Wildlife Control Officer

The Raptors is a bird of prey and falconry organization dedicated to raising awareness for birds of prey and promoting conservation. The Raptors is hiring for a Wildlife Management Officer and Educational Ambassador based out of Vancouver, BC. This position would be primarily at a landfill, using trained raptors to mitigate environmental and safety hazards caused by gulls feeding on the waste. Working at a landfill requires lots of on-foot patrolling and working even in inclement weather. For background on our bird abatement work, visit our website. (www.the-raptors.com) Additional work would include public speaking and education at various locations across the lower mainland, including places like Granville Island and Grouse Mountain. We pride ourselves on a working environment that is built on open communication, respect, and a passion for our amazing ecosystems, and the ideal candidate would embody these values to fit in with our close-knit team of biologists and bird enthusiasts. The suitable Candidate would have: * A degree in a STEM field * Adaptability to a variety of work and tasks * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Ability to work with a team, as well as be self-directed at times * Excellent communication skills * Organizational skills * Passion for and experience with animals, especially birds * Public speaking and/or education experience Exceptional candidates may also possess the following: * First aid training and experience. * Outdoor field skills. Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@the-raptors.com, or inquire for more information on the position. Program is funded through EcoCanada, for science graduates under 30 years of age. Please submit your application by December 2nd to be considered. This is a full-time position (30-40hrs per week), with potential for advancement within the company. Wage starting at $17/hr, dependent on experience, with health benefits available.