How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
The Crew Leader, Ravine Youth Team is responsible for the implementation and coordination of work tasks, schedules and outputs associated with TRCA’s Ravine Youth Team program. This position supports internal and external stakeholder relations in collaboration with management, engaging with a broad range of individuals through assigned tasks, projects and program activities.
This unique summer contract is an opportunity to gain valuable early work experience, while exploring potential career options in the environmental sector and building skills through various professional development experiences.
Major Responsibilities:
Coordinates all activities in association with the Ravine Youth Team program and adheres to principles outlined in the City of Toronto’s Ravine Strategy.
Coordinates daily implementation of programs, activities and events, assigning and overseeing crew members as they complete project tasks including, but not limited to, planting projects, trail and site maintenance, litter clean-ups.
Coordinates field staff in the execution of assigned project tasks and activities, including:
Daily site checks
Coordination of staff travel to various work locations as required
Vehicle and equipment coordination; ensuring adequate PPE and inventory as needed for activities
Guiding restoration activities including invasive species removal, planting and litter clean-ups, and field activities such as field observations, data recording and specimen collection
Liaising between management and both internal and external stakeholders
Completes program related documentation including but not limited to, progress tracking, safety, cost ledgers and other related record keeping.
Ensures that quality control and assurance measures are followed at all steps of the work process.
Maintains existing professional contacts and positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders; participates in public consultations on request.
Participates in and/or leads daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning.
Incumbents may also be assigned other duties.
What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications)
Completion of post-secondary diploma or degree in Resource Management, Environmental or Engineering Science, Landscape Design, Forestry, or a related field. Lived experience and/or traditional Indigenous knowledge will be considered for this position.
Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license.
Valid Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Certification.
Experience
2+ years of experience related to resource management, restoration ecology, environmental sciences, fish and wildlife management or related field.
Knowledge/Skill/Ability
Comfortable working outdoors in frequently changing weather conditions and work sites.
Understanding and application of basic mathematical functions.
Able to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines; skilled in writing clear correspondence (concise, logical, grammatically correct).
Knowledge of best management practices, and up-to-date knowledge of mitigation and controls, as well as safe work procedures.
Able to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks while meeting multiple deadlines as part of a changing workplan.
Collaborates with others to focus on objectives and effectively delegates work within a team.
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation.
