Stewardship Technician
Full-time, Contract (35 hrs per week)
Immediate to June 5th, 2026
$59,742 - $73,438 annually
Competition Closes July 6, 2025
Kawartha Conservation
Lindsay, Ontario
Are you passionate about protecting the environment and supporting local communities? Kawartha Conservation is seeking a dedicated and motivated Stewardship Technician to help promote landowner stewardship and environmental action across the watershed.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in supporting frontline stewardship action and organizational delivery – balancing hands-on work with project management and community engagement.
As a key member of our Stewardship team, you’ll work directly with landowners, partners, and municipalities to deliver programs that enhance water quality and ecosystem health. If you're looking to build meaningful relationships, support sustainability, and make a visible impact in your community, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Support Landowners: Build strong relationships with landowners and provide guidance on implementing environmental stewardship actions that protect water quality and natural assets.
- Deliver Programs: Plan and manage a variety of stewardship projects, including low impact development (LID), septic and well upgrades, agricultural best management practices, and waterfront naturalization.
- Coordinate Funding Support: Administer landowner cost-share programs, prepare grant applications, and manage project-specific budgets.
- Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with contractors, municipal staff, and community partners to advance shared environmental goals.
- Lead in the Field: Conduct site visits, support fieldwork and restoration projects.
- Promote Safety and Compliance: Uphold strong health and safety practices and ensure work aligns with organizational policies and procedures.
- Contribute to Innovation: Recommend program improvements and support the development of new initiatives aligned with strategic goals.
Why Kawartha Conservation?
At Kawartha Conservation, we believe that how we work is just as important as what we do. Our culture is built on shared values that guide our decisions, shape our interactions, and define our success:
- Teamwork: We collaborate across departments and disciplines, valuing diverse perspectives and working together to achieve shared goals.
- Client Service: We are committed to delivering high-quality, responsive service to our communities, partners, and stakeholders.
- Integrity and Accountability: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism, transparency, and ethical conduct.
Innovation and Learning: We embrace change, encourage curiosity, and invest in continuous improvement and professional development. - Health, Safety, and Wellbeing: We prioritize a safe, respectful, and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive.
- Positive Work Environment: We foster a culture of inclusion, recognition, and mutual respect - where people feel valued and empowered to contribute.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance, including:
- OMERS Pension Plan – a secure, defined-benefit pension for long-term financial stability.
- Flexible Work Arrangements including hybrid and remote work options.
- Vacation and Leave Policies to support rest, family, and personal needs.
- Professional Development Opportunities to support your growth and leadership journey.
- Employee Wellness Initiatives and a strong commitment to mental health and safety.
- Supportive Leadership and a collaborative team environment that values your voice.
All personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Kawartha Conservation is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available under the Ontario’s Human Rights Code