Wildlife Technician - Makivvik

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

ABOUT US

Makivvik, the trusted political organization with a rich history of representing the Inuit of Nunavik since 1978. Through Makivvik and our subsidiaries, Makivvik has created opportunities for Nunavik Beneficiaries and those who live in Nunavik, today more than 500 Nunavimmiut are employed within the Makivvik network in our offices and subsidiaries.

Training will be available for Beneficiaries in the advancement for their career.

Inuit Beneficiary hiring will always be a priority at Makivvik.

POSITION

Job Title: Wildlife Technician

Reports to: Nunavik Research Centre Manager in the Department of Environment, Wildlife and Research

Location: Kuujjuaq

Status of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time

Deadline to Apply June 30, 2026

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary: Between $60,000 and $78,000 annually

Benefits: All marginal benefits available to Makivvik employees annually as outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual such as:

Simplified Pension Plan:

Employer Contribution 7%

Group Insurance:

Life, LTD, Health, & Dental

Vacation: Starting at 20 days

Gas Allowance: To a max. of $3,500

Sick Days: 15 days

Travel Benefit: To a max. of $25,000

Isolation Premium: To a max. of $20,800

Housing Allowance: To a max. of $12,000

Cargo Allowance: To a max. of $6,500

RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Assisting in planning, coordinating & implementing research programs and fieldwork; tasks include, but are not limited to:
•  Shipping, receiving, processing of and reporting on wildlife kits and samples at the Nunavik Research Centre;
•  Preparing materials and supplies for wildlife research projects (i.e., sampling tools, camping and safety equipment, etc.);
•  Environmental monitoring (collection and preparation of water, soil, air samples);
•  Trapping and/or harvesting of wildlife species and fish for sampling;
•  Ageing of salmon scales, char otoliths and beluga teeth;
•  Testing walrus and seal samples for Trichinella;
•  Data entry and analysis;
•  Be available to travel, as requested;
•  Be available for field work, as requested;
•  Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

•  High school diploma;
•  Relevant experience is an asset;
•  Some environmental monitoring training;
•  Strong on-the-land skills, knowledge of fish and wildlife;
•  Effective Computer skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
•  Must be comfortable working in both laboratory, office, and field environments;
•  Must be willing and able to understand concepts related to wildlife and environmental monitoring, wildlife disease and health;
•  Must be fluent in Inuktitut and competent in English;
•  Some knowledge of French is an asset;
•  Knowledge of project proposal, funding applications, report writing, program evaluations and strong organizational skills;
•  Strong work ethic and positive team attitude;
•  Good integrity, autonomy, punctuality and accountability;
•  Valid driver’s license (provincial or territorial);
•  Familiarity with firearms;
•  Comfort driving and travelling in boats, ATV’s, helicopters, and small airplanes;
•  Security clearance is required.

DISCOVER A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY AND EMBARK ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH MAKIVVIK

To apply or to learn more visit us at www.Makivvik.ca/jobs, or send your resume/application to: HR@makivvik.ca

It is the Corporation’s objective to favor and promote the employment of Inuit beneficiaries of the JBNQA.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.