At Conservation Halton, our shared passion for a greener future drives each day forward. We live the CH Difference—we don’t just ‘work’, we work to make a difference. Whether restoring natural resources, protecting residents, conserving greenspaces, connecting people with nature, or creating sustainable communities, we are united by our purpose.

We are looking to build our team with inspired, ambitious, and strategic people who are excited by the opportunity in every challenge and driven by meaningful, measurable results. If you are looking to join an environmentally focused and socially conscious community organization, then we are looking for you!

Monitoring Lead

Contract Type: Contract, 12 Months Work Location: Burlington, ON, L7P 0G3

CH Site: Administration Office

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Vacancy Status: Anticipated Vacancy

Posting Start Date: October 19, 2026

Posting End Date: November 1, 2026

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Science & Monitoring, this position leads and implements the field-based aspects of the Science & Monitoring program, in keeping with the direction of the Strategic Plan. The Monitoring Lead supervises and leads the Monitoring Technicians, Field Technician(s), and Assistant(s). The Monitoring Lead participates fully in field data collection, environmental inventories, and monitoring in accordance with watershed monitoring strategies and agreements. This position works closely with the Science & Monitoring Technical team.

- Support overall program implementation and manage monitoring field program planning and coordination
- Supervise the Science & Monitoring field crew
- Develop the field schedule, ensure that all fieldwork is completed accurately and on time, and data entered into the appropriate database
- Conduct data analysis, and prepare and contribute to reports of a general and technical nature, presentations, social media, and other products for communicating monitoring results to internal departments, external agencies and funders / clients
- Fully participate in the Science & Monitoring fieldwork program, in both the aquatic and terrestrial environments
- Inventory, maintain, and inspect equipment necessary to conduct fieldwork, identifies equipment needs and provide equipment recommendations to the Manager
- Lead sampling permit application and permit report submission for regular projects to federal and provincial governments

Your Qualifications

- Degree or diploma from a post-secondary institution in biology, ecology,



natural resources management or similar discipline with a minimum of 4 years applicable experience
- Broad experience performing environmental monitoring following standardized protocols (in both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems)
- Experience coordinating multiple, concurrent field programs
- Experience training and supervising field staff
- Experience in air photo interpretation, GIS and GPS
- Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial legislation (e.g., Conservation Authorities Act, Species Conservation Act, Species at Risk Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, etc.)
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively across several departments as well as with external agencies and funders
- Driver’s License

Your Reward

- Starting at $77,716 annually based on a 35-hour work week
- Option to enroll in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan, with generous employer-matching.
- Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks
- Season pass to Glen Eden
- Discounts on Conservation Halton/Glen Eden services, food, and merchandise
- You will work in an inspiring setting with views of the Niagara Escarpment and no traffic lights for several miles
- You will work with a creative, talented and solutions-focused team
- You will work for an organization that provides flexible work arrangements and places tremendous value on professional development and wellness of its employees

Our Core Values

Diversity and Inclusion – We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity. Learning and Innovation – We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.

Person-Centered Service – We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.

Collaboration – We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.

Sustainability – We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.





Integrity – We make decisions with accountability, transparency and a strong sense of personal responsibility for our choices and actions.

Resilience – We are positive and proud of our ability to quickly and effectively respond to change.

To Apply

Please email your application to [email protected] by November 1, 2026.

Your application should include

- Your resume and cover letter in one pdf document
- Reference your name and the position title in the subject line
- In the body of your email, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Conservation Halton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information provided through the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27, s. 18 (1), as amended, for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment and volunteer positions with Conservation Halton. Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Questions about the collection of information can be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, Office of the President & CEO, 2596 Britannia Road West, Burlington, Ontario, L7P 0G3, (phone hidden) ext. 2236, [email protected].

Conservation Halton is proud to be recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers.

Conservation Halton is Rainbow Registered. This accreditation, administered by the Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CQCC, formerly CGLCC), demonstrates that we are committed and consistent in our efforts to provide a welcoming and accepting 2SLGBTQI+ customer and staff experience through progressive policies and practices.

We believe that diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives make us stronger. Conservation Halton is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, creating an inclusive work workplace and encouraging employees to be their most authentic self, no matter their ethnic background, religious beliefs, gender expression, sexual orientation, and physical or mental ability.

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