Summer Student Opportunity

Interpretation Assistant, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve

This is an anticipatory position for 1-2 students to be staffed through this competition, subject to funding

Students are required to be returning to school in the fall.

Gulf Islands National Park Reserve is seeking self-motivated, outgoing and creative individuals to be a part of a collaborative project between the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea (SCSS) and Parks Canada. The interpretation assistant’s role is to inform, educate and inspire visitors about the wonders of the Salish Sea ecosystem and to promote Gulf Islands National Park Reserve (GINPR) and Parks Canada.

Student Duties

Working within the GINPR Visitor Experience department under the direction of the interpretation team, and in cooperation with SCSS staff, you will play a key role in the delivery of this project through the following:

 Represent Parks Canada at a branded location at the SCSS: promote Parks Canada visitor opportunities and products, raise awareness about Parks Canada and make history and nature engaging and exciting through table top games and activities;

 Deliver roving and scheduled interpretive programs at the SCSS and potentially other Sidney locations (Sidney market, Sidney Spit dock, etc.);

 Support our general interpretive offers through: creating content for our social media platforms, assisting with in-park special events, programs and products;

 Work collaboratively with a variety of staff (both Parks Canada and SCSS).

We are looking for students that possess:

 Strong communication skills and experience in public speaking

 Excellent interpersonal abilities (friendliness, tact, responsiveness, enthusiasm)

 A working knowledge of local flora and fauna

 Organizational skills (multitasking, planning, stocking supplies)

 The ability to work independently to meet goals and expectations

 Creativity and initiative

 Judgment

Mandatory Conditions of Employment:

Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform

Willingness to work varied hours (evenings, weekends)

Willingness to work outdoors, sometimes in adverse weather conditions

Possession of a valid Class 5 Drivers License

Willingness to carry and set up large and heavy equipment including tables and tents

Language Requirements:

English

French is not required but preference may be given to bilingual candidates

Term: Approx 16 weeks, May to August, 2017

Job closes on: February 15, 2017 at 4:00 pm

Approx. salary range: $12.77- $15.63 per hour (based on education and experience)

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week

Job Location: Sidney, BC

How to Apply:

This competition is open to all 1st to 4th year college or university students returning to school in the Fall 2017 or Winter 2018. We will be hiring for up to two positions. Applications should consist of a short cover letter and resume.

 If you are applying as a co-op student please apply directly to your co-op office.

 If you are not a co-op student, applications with can be submitted to

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm on February 15, 2017

If you have questions about the position, please contact: Athena George, Park Interpreter, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, 250-539-2394.

** all students need to be between the ages of 16 to 30 years of age, because the funding for these positions is granted to Parks Canada Agency through the Youth employment strategy to promote new jobs for young Canadians.

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