Job Description

As a community- based natural resource management agency, the Niagara Peninsula Conservation
Authority envisions a healthy and vibrant natural environment with shared greenspace and clean water
for all.
NPCA’s work supports the conservation, enhancement, and sustainability of healthy watersheds with
programs and services that focus on drinking water source protection, flood and hazard management,
endangered species protection, ecosystem restoration, community stewardship, education, and land
management.
NPCA is the caretaker of 41 conservation areas within the Niagara Peninsula watershed held in public
trust for recreation, heritage preservation, conservation, and education. These natural and shared
greenspaces marry nature, culture, and adventure to create limitless opportunities for discovery.

Why Work for the NPCA?

• Professional Development: Opportunity for further training and skills development.
• Meaningful Work Experience: Gain hands-on experience, contributing to real projects and
  making a tangible impact.
• Inclusive and Collaborative Culture: An opportunity to be part of a highly engaged and
  passionate team of professionals.
• Competitive Benefits: Voluntary enrollment in the OMERS pension plan.
• Access to Niagara Peninsula Conservation Area locations!

Summary of Duties
The Program Associate – Land Planning position will support NPCA staff in the implementation of the
new Conservation Area Strategy including several key land planning, acquisition, and public
engagement activities, while supporting the development the Invasive Species Strategy.

This position is funded in part through the Canada Summer Jobs program and candidates must be
between the ages of 15-30 and eligible under this program: (have Canadian Citizenship, Permanent
Residency or Refugee Protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; have a valid
social insurance number; and be legally entitled to work in Canada).

Key Responsibilities
The Program Associate – Land Planning will assist with:

• Data collection and analysis, and related tasks which may include field work, scanning, data
  entry, mapping and record keeping
• Support public engagement activities related to park management plans, invasive species
  management, and acquisition such as on-line surveys, meeting organization and landowner
  contact
• Research and document writing to support park management plans, Conservation Area Strategy
  Action Plan, and Invasive Species Strategy
• Conduct field work to map invasive species at NPCA conservation areas
• Work with staff in other departments to coordinate and implement invasive species removal or
  management at conservation areas
• Support coordination and development of the Niagara Phragmites Management Area Working
  Group
• Assist with creating content to encourage public participation in invasive species mapping,
  management, and awareness
• Other duties as assigned