Position Overview

• This is a full time, one-year contract position at 35 hours per week

• The anticipated start date is January 4, 2027

• The position is based at the Central Algoma Land Trust Conservation Centre in Desbarats, Ontario

• The Bat Monitoring Coordinator reports to the Conservation Director

• Some occasional evening and weekend work may be required

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Manage the setup, troubleshooting, and retrieval of acoustic bat monitoring technology across diverse field sites

• Perform bat habitat evaluations and collect standardized field data in accordance with strict scientific protocols

• Work independently and safely in remote locations while strictly adhering to organizational health and safety procedures

• Author and organize detailed, accurate records of field observations and monitoring activities to ensure data integrity

• Process and analyze bioacoustic data, utilizing specialized software to vet and identify bat vocalizations

• Oversee the organization, quality control, and secure storage of project databases

• Assist in synthesizing survey results and project outcomes into technical reports for stakeholders and funders

• Create engaging content (articles, newsletters, social media) to educate diverse audiences on bat ecology and project milestones

• Act as a primary point of contact for landowners, volunteers, and the public to promote stewardship and address bat-related inquiries

• Coordinate hands-on conservation initiatives

• Assist in seeking grant opportunities to further fund the bat monitoring program

Qualifications and Skills Required

• completed a diploma or degree in a field related to biology or natural resources

• identification of local flora and fauna species

• experience with advanced computer programs 

• knowledge of local ecosystems and how they function

• experience working outdoors in all weather conditions

• exceptional outdoor navigation skills

• the ability to work both independently and as a team

Candidate Eligibility

• new entrant into the workforce, are transitioning to a new career, or the unemployed or underemployed who are entering a new field

• must have not previously participated in an NOHFC funded internship

• 18 years of age or older

• legally eligible to work in Canada

• once hired, the candidate must reside in the Northern Ontario community in which they are employed

• available for some evening and weekend work

• willing to complete a vulnerable sector check

What We Offer

• Compensation of $21.00 per hour

• Training and professional development opportunities 

• Reduced work schedule during the winter holidays

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume in one document via email to employment@calt.ca with the subject line Bat Monitoring Coordinator Application by November 13, 2026. We thank everyone who applies for this position. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

At the Central Algoma Land Trust, we believe conservation benefits from a variety of perspectives, skills, and lived experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.