Job Posting

Position: Coastal Technician

Employer: Passamaquoddy Recognition Group Inc.

Location: St. Stephen, New Brunswick

Anticipated Duration: One year

Salary:$55,000 - $60,000

About Us

Passamaquoddy people have thrived for more than 13,000 years. We are in three different communities: two in the State of Maine (Pleasant Point/Sipayik and Indian Township/Motahkomikuk) and the third in Saint Andrews/St. Stephen, New Brunswick. At low tide, we could walk across the Skutik River (St. Croix) that’s how close we are despite the international boundary between Canada and the US.

We, the Passamaquoddy Recognition Group Inc. (PRGI), are an Indigenous organization that represents and works towards the recognition of the Peskotomuhkati Nation at Skutik. We work within the Canadian part of the Peskotomuhkati territory, located in southern New Brunswick, on cultural revitalization/education, community engagement, conservation, land stewardship, fisheries, and stream enhancement.

Position Summary The Passamaquoddy Recognition Group Inc. (PRGI) is looking to hire a Costal Technician to lead PRGI’s Climate Resilient Coastal Communities (CRCC) project. This project aims to determine how to plan for climate change impacts on coastal sites important to the Peskotomuhkati Nation in the Passamaquoddy Bay area.

The Coastal

Technician will gain experience in both an open office environment and in the field. This is a contract position for one year, starting January 1st and ending December 31, 2027.

Responsibilities

Lead PRGI’s CRCC project, which includes the following duties and responsibilities:





- Conduct field surveys on coastal areas within the Passamaquoddy Bay;
- Compile, prepare and manage field survey data (GPS data, species samples, photos, field notes, etc.);
- Perform mapping analysis on sea level rise and archeological locations;
- Develop a coastal action plan;
- Assist in the development of communication materials to further the project;
- Conduct literature review and research as required;
- Attend cultural events and ceremonies;
- Understand and adhere to Peskotomuhkati community protocols;
- Correspond and schedule meetings with the key partners involved in the project’s success;
- Interact with the Indigenous community members, the public, project partners, and other stakeholders;
- Complete other associated tasks as assigned; and
- Adhere to all confidentiality protocols required by the Lands Manager.

Qualifications/Skills

- Post secondary education in environmental sciences related to climate change and coastal environments and/or archeology.
- Fieldwork experience, such as environmental data collection and management, ecological land classification, baseline reporting, etc.
- Experience using GPS, ESRI ArcGIS, MS Word and MS Excel.
- Working knowledge of New Brunswick’s coastal environment, habitat and species.




- Experience in project management and excellent interpersonal skills (working within a team, partners and the public).
- Hardworking, driven, well organized, takes initiative, and is adaptable.
- Ability and willingness to work and maintain a positive attitude in all weather and terrain conditions, including overnight travel and weekends when necessary.
- Native plant, wildlife, Species at Risk, and invasive species identification skills and knowledge (Maritimes ecoregion) is an asset.
- Valid First Aid is an asset.
- Experience in a Non-Profit organization is an asset.

Application Process Additional requirements for this position required by the PRGI are that the applicant must:

- Have a valid Driver’s License and insurance.
- Have a valid passport, NEXUS card or status card (this position requires the ability to travel into Maine, USA).

Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) will be prioritized, however, non-Indigenous applicants will also be considered. To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Adaptable schedule
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- St. Stephen, NB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- Are you a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada?

Licence/Certification:
- passport or NEXUS card (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Coastal Technician (Saint Stephen)
🏢 Passamaquoddy Recognition Group
📍 Saint Stephen