Conservation Specialist

Ducks Unlimited Canada is hiring a full-time Conservation Specialist in Regina, SK, responsible for managing wetland habitat projects. The role involves field inspections, coordinating with landowners, and managing contractors. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience in natural resource management. The position offers a salary between CA$54,300 and CA$68,800 and includes benefits like vacation and sick days.
Conservation Specialist - Wetland Habitat Asset ManagementFull time 35 Prof & Technical Regina, SK, CA 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1834

Position Details:Existing,Full-Time, Permanent position
Salary Range:$54,300 - $68,800, based on a 35-hour work week. Salary for this position will commensurate with each individual's education and/or experience as it relates to the position.
Location:Hybrid within the Regina, Saskatchewan area
Closing Deadline: August 9, 2026 (11:59PM EDT)

What You Will Do

As a member of the Prairie Region HAM Wetland team, you will be responsible for managing DUC wetland habitat projects in southern Saskatchewan. Duties will include:

Conducting field inspectionsOperating water control infrastructureCoordinating and negotiating with landowners to conduct project repairs and rebuildsManaging contractors, assisting in budgeting, etc.Our successful candidate is an enthusiastic team player and an effective communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships with fellow DUC staff, municipal and provincial government staff, project landowners, and other conservation agencies and they possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills. They are self-motivated, enjoy a complex, changing environment and can manage numerous projects within tight deadlines.

Requirements

A post-secondary degree or diploma in environmental science, biology, agriculture, civil engineering or other related discipline; equivalent practical field experience will also be considered.Minimum 3 years of experience working in the field of natural resource management, agriculture and landowner relations.A valid class 5 driver’s license.Knowledge and Assets

Experience supervising contractors would be an asset.An understanding of rural agricultural, industry and conservation practices would be considered an asset.Awareness of provincial Occupational Health and Safety practices.Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.Strong planning, reporting, administrative and project management skills.Basic mechanical aptitude.Experience with GPS, MS Office and satellite imagery interpretation.Experience operating ATVs.Ability to work long hours outdoors and perform strenuous physical tasks.What We Offer

3 weeks’ vacation with paid personal and sick daysPreference will be given to those who currently reside within the work area, or are willing to relocate

Ducks Unlimited Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please email us at hr@ducks.ca . All requests for accommodation will be handled in a confidential manner.

While DUC would like to thank all applicants, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Attachments (1)Conservation Programs Specialist - Wetland Habitat Asset Management (EN & FR).pdf