Summer jobs, Field work

Position: New Brunswick Aerial Insectivore Stewardship Technician
Type: summer positions
Organization: Birds Canada
Location: the candidate must be based in the Fredericton/Moncton area of New Brunswick

Are you looking to apply your skills to work that is meaningful, engaging, and makes a real difference for nature?

Do you want to work in a collaborative, values-driven organization that supports flexibility and well-being while tackling important conservation challenges?

Birds Canada is the country’s leading national organization dedicated to bird conservation. Our team of 100+ staff works alongside thousands of committed volunteers and supporters to use science to uncover the reasons behind changes in bird populations and the evidence needed to understand and conserve birds, unite people and communities around conservation, and act to protect birds and their habitats.

Together, we are Canada’s Voice for Birds. Will you join us?

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Birds Canada Aerial Insectivore Conservation program is seeking the support of an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and personable candidate for the role of New Brunswick Aerial Insectivore Stewardship Technician. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to conduct fieldwork and public outreach focused on recovering threatened species, including Chimney Swifts and Bank Swallows. Specific duties include but are not limited to: conducting roosting and nesting surveys for Chimney Swifts and Bank Swallows in a range of habitats; communicating with landowners, local governments, and the public about aerial insectivores; public event coordination; and entering survey data.

The Aerial Insectivore Stewardship Technician will be responsible for their own housing in NB, preferably in the Fredericton or Moncton region. Field work will involve extensive travel throughout the province, some hiking, long days outdoors, and the potential for camping (equipment provided). The successful candidate should be comfortable communicating with members of the public in English and French.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

This full-time, fixed term (12-week) role will start on 18 May and end on 7 August 2026. The Aerial Insectivore Stewardship Technician reports to the Associate Director of Atlantic Programs, and the Atlantic Aerial Insectivore Conservation Program Coordinator. The position is 40 hours/week and will include some evening and weekend work over the course of the contract. This ad is for an existing vacancy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Technicians implement the annual field and outreach activities for the Aerial Insectivore Conservation program. Key duties include:

• Conduct nest/roost monitoring and implement recovery activities for Chimney Swift and Bank Swallow;
• Conduct stewardship and outreach activities for urban and rural landowners and participate in the planning and implementation of additional outreach efforts (Swift Night Out and coastal beach walk and talk events)
• Independently plan and coordinate work schedule, including overnight trips, with field supervisor for day-to-day activities
• Help create content for and connect with volunteers and birders through social media (Discord, Facebook, Instagram)
• Regular data entry in the field (app-based) and from home office
• Complete other tasks as necessary

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND OTHER ESSENTIALS:

• Fluency in English and French
• In-progress or completed degree or diploma in biology, ecology or related field, or equivalent experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid First Aid certification (obtained before contract start date)
• For home-based office portions of the role, you must have access to a personal computer and reliable internet
• You must be legally entitled to work in Canada (if applicable, successful applicants must provide a copy of their Work Permit and temporary SIN prior to commencing work)
• Preference will be given to those who meet Canada Summer Jobs or NB SEED eligibility criteria

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Strong communication and organizational skills, and enthusiasm for bird conservation
• Experience working on, and interest in, environmental stewardship or public outreach projects
• Experience working outdoors, ideally on environmental projects
• The ability to work independently with little supervision, and with a team
• Experience conducting bird or wildlife surveys and/or collecting, managing and analyzing data
• Familiarity with ecology and conservation of aerial insectivore birds (Chimney Swift, Bank Swallow)
• Some experience coordinating people (e.g., volunteers, event participants) is considered a strong asset
• Experience with outreach via social media platforms is an asset

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary for this role is $18.48 per hour for a 40-hour work week, plus statutory and discretionary benefits including pro-rated Vacation and Personal Health Days. This position also includes a meal reimbursement for overnight work, reimbursement ($0.67/km) for personal vehicle mileage when required, and branded clothing for public-facing events and fieldwork.

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining how your experience makes you the perfect candidate for this role via the Birds Canada Online Job Portal.

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Interviews will begin immediately upon posting, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested candidates to apply early, as interviews may be conducted prior to the March 27, 2026 closing date.

Birds Canada will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

At Birds Canada, we are committed to fostering a culture that values Indigenous Engagement and Reconciliation, and Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, as integral approaches that shape all that we do in our organization and for nature (read our full commitment to inclusion at this LINK). We oppose prejudice, bigotry, and discrimination, and aim to ensure that people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences feel a sense of belonging and can participate in protecting wild birds and their habitats.

We are actively seeking to improve our ability to reach all candidates with our job postings. Applicants belonging to racialized groups, who identify as Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, and/or who have a disability, are therefore welcome to mention this in their cover letter, if they feel comfortable, although this is not a requirement.