Environmental Assistant

As a WIWD staff member, you will play a critical role in helping us implement environmentally friendly practices and ensuring compliance with local and federal regulations alongside stipulations set by the WIWD and its’ funders. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects aimed at reducing our environmental footprint and promoting sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct site checks on project sites, ensuring compliance with funder, WIWD, and provincial guidelines.
• Work closely with landowners to facilitate their participation in WIWD programming.
• Assist landowners with the application process, providing guidance and support.
• Assist with environmental data collection, data entry, and analysis relating to WIWD programming.
• Populate and manage data in the WIWD database
• Public education relating to environmental initiatives and WIWD programming.
• Collaborate with our team on environmental projects related to water quality, soil health, and watershed resilience.
• Assist in the development and modification of application forms for WIWD programming, ensure that forms align with program requirements and capture necessary information.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability.
• Carry out assigned programming and tasks, as required.