Aimee Pelletier
Victoria,BC
Summary
Accomplished Ecologist with a proven track record at Parks Canada Agency, specializing in habitat restoration and species at risk recovery. Excelled in leading cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale conservation projects, leveraging skills in ecological monitoring and effective communication. Demonstrated success in enhancing biodiversity and fostering stakeholder partnerships, ensuring project completion within budget and timelines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nature Legacy Ecologist
Parks Canada Agency
09.2022 - Current
- Established long-term partnerships with government agencies, non-profit organizations, universities, and private stakeholders for collaborative conservation efforts.
- Restored native habitats through invasive species removal and native plant reestablishment efforts.
- Analyzed conservation plans and evaluated projects to verify quality of performance and achievement of objectives.
- Provided training to volunteers and staff on proper techniques for ecological restoration projects.
Conservation and Restoration Project Manager
Parks Canada Agency
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
Species at Risk Outreach and Engagement Officer
Parks Canada Agency
04.2018 - 05.2022
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
- Produced engaging multimedia content such as videos and infographics to support various marketing efforts.
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
- Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
Conservation and Restoration Project Manager
Parks Canada Agency
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
Species at Risk Communications Officer
Parks Canada Agency
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Trained staff on effective communication techniques, fostering a cohesive team environment that drove results.
- Facilitated workshops for staff on effective communication techniques.
- Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
Ecologist, Ecological Integrity Team
Parks Canada Agency
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Designed ecological monitoring programs to track changes in ecosystem health over time.
- Improved long-term conservation outcomes by mentoring early-career ecologists through practical guidance and professional development opportunities.
- Evaluated the success of conservation initiatives by analyzing pre-and post-treatment data.
- Restored native habitats through invasive species removal and native plant reestablishment efforts.
- Enhanced biodiversity by conducting field surveys and identifying plant and animal species.
- Provided training to volunteers and staff on proper techniques for ecological restoration projects.
- Advised landowners on best practices for managing their properties to support local wildlife populations.
- Coordinated community outreach events, engaging the public in environmental education programs and stewardship activities.
- Managed grant-funded restoration projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Developed habitat management plans to protect endangered species and promote ecological diversity.
- Increased awareness of regional ecology among decision-makers through presentations at conferences, workshops, or meetings.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
Species at Risk Manager, Coastal BC Field Unit
Parks Canada Agency
02.2015 - 03.2015
- Reporting directly to the Field Unit Superintendent, I participated in CBCFU Management Team.
- Represented the CBCFU on Parks Canada’s national Species Conservation and Management Team.
- Financial resource management included managing two large (>1 million dollars) budgets, one for species at risk recovering planning and one for a 5-year Action on the Ground project.
- Human resource management included supervising a team of five staff, including a PC-02, PM-03, EG-03 and two seasonal co-op students. Responsibilities included providing strategic direction for the team, handling HR matters, chairing bi-weekly team meetings, providing mentorship and feedback through weekly check-ins with each team member and undertaking performance management.
Action on the Ground Project Manager (EG-04)
Parks Canada Agency
09.2011 - 03.2015
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large-scale ecological restoration demonstration project.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Species at Risk Ecologist (PC-02)
Parks Canada Agency
09.2009 - 03.2010
- Contributed to the development of ecological restoration plans based on scientific understanding of ecological processes.
- Executed species at risk recovery actions in accordance with recovery plan objectives.
- Improved long-term conservation outcomes by mentoring early-career ecologists through practical guidance and professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced biodiversity by conducting field surveys and identifying plant and animal species.
Education
Master of Environmental Studies - Ecological Integrity Monitoring
Dalhousie University
Halifax09-2009
Bachelor of Education - Secondary Sciences
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC09-2006
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC09-2004
Skills
- Species at risk recovery
- Habitat restoration techniques
- Restoration ecology
- Field research techniques
- Data collection and analysis
- Ecological monitoring
- Vegetation surveys
- Natural resource management
- Plant identification
- Invasive species control
- Project planning and development
- Technical report writing
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Positive Space Awareness, Parks Canada (2024)
- Harassment and Violence Prevention for Employees, Canada School of Public Service (2022)
- The Working Mind (2021)
- Mental Health First Aid (2020)
- Creating Meaningful Partnerships with Indigenous Partners, Canada School of Public Service (2023)
- Indigenous Cultural Safety and Anti-Racism Awareness (2023)
- An Introduction to Canada’s Colonial History, Canada School of Public Service (2022)
- History of Indigenous People in Canada, Canada School of Public Service (2021)
- Indigenous Canada, University of Alberta (completed online 2020)
- Indigenous Awareness Sessions, Parks Canada (2017, 2018, 2021, 2022)
- Media Training, Parks Canada (2017, 2022)
- Dialogic Interpretive Training, Parks Canada (2019)
- Certified Interpretive Guide, National Association for Interpretation (2018)
Timeline
Nature Legacy Ecologist
Parks Canada Agency
09.2022 - Current
Conservation and Restoration Project Manager
Parks Canada Agency
05.2021 - 09.2022
Conservation and Restoration Project Manager
Parks Canada Agency
07.2019 - 09.2019
Species at Risk Outreach and Engagement Officer
Parks Canada Agency
04.2018 - 05.2022
Species at Risk Communications Officer
Parks Canada Agency
08.2016 - 03.2018
Ecologist, Ecological Integrity Team
Parks Canada Agency
05.2016 - 07.2016
Species at Risk Manager, Coastal BC Field Unit
Parks Canada Agency
02.2015 - 03.2015
Action on the Ground Project Manager (EG-04)
Parks Canada Agency
09.2011 - 03.2015
Species at Risk Ecologist (PC-02)
Parks Canada Agency
09.2009 - 03.2010
- Positive Space Awareness, Parks Canada (2024)
- Harassment and Violence Prevention for Employees, Canada School of Public Service (2022)
- The Working Mind (2021)
- Mental Health First Aid (2020)
- Creating Meaningful Partnerships with Indigenous Partners, Canada School of Public Service (2023)
- Indigenous Cultural Safety and Anti-Racism Awareness (2023)
- An Introduction to Canada’s Colonial History, Canada School of Public Service (2022)
- History of Indigenous People in Canada, Canada School of Public Service (2021)
- Indigenous Canada, University of Alberta (completed online 2020)
- Indigenous Awareness Sessions, Parks Canada (2017, 2018, 2021, 2022)
- Media Training, Parks Canada (2017, 2022)
- Dialogic Interpretive Training, Parks Canada (2019)
- Certified Interpretive Guide, National Association for Interpretation (2018)
Master of Environmental Studies - Ecological Integrity Monitoring
Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Education - Secondary Sciences
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
University of British Columbia
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