STO-RE 21R Recreation Technician

The Team:
BC offers a host of exceptional recreation opportunities and you can be a member of the Recreation Sites and Trails BC team that works to manage recreation on Crown lands outside of BC Parks this role you will be responsible for supporting the management of a network of recreational facilities in the Sea to Sky Recreation District. The Recreation Technician regularly interacts with First Nations and a variety of highly engaged stakeholders (e.g. community representatives commercial tourism operators recreation clubs NGOs and government agencies) to participate in shared initiatives respond to problems and issues and to inform educate and communicate the objectives and program goals of the Recreation Sites and Trails Branch.

The Role:
As an integral member of the Recreation Sites and Trails team the Recreation Technician role will provide invaluable experience for individuals seeking a career in recreation management. Your strong interpersonal skills and highenergy enthusiasm will augment your technical and infrastructure management skills as you work to ensure public safety minimize environmental risks and represent the Province as a local leader in recreation site and trail operations. To succeed in this job you will need to be flexible and independent with the ability to reassess your work priorities daily. To learn more about Recreation Sites & Trails BC please visit the RSTBC website: Recreation Sites and Trails BC.

Qualifications:

Education:

• University Degree or Diploma in Outdoor Recreation Tourism Forestry Natural Resource Management Environmental Studies Geography or other discipline which is related to the focus of the position; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

Experience:

• Experience working in a national provincial or municipal parks setting or in a similar environment consisting of diverse outdoor recreational facilities.
• Experience conducting inspections and maintenance of campgrounds sites and trails.
• Experience establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with clients customers partners or stakeholders.
• Experience in data collection analysis maintenance and reporting and in the use of related computerized programs including spreadsheets databases word processing GIS technology GPS devices and the Internet.
• Experience resolving problems disagreements or other issues between parties with conflicting interests or perspectives.
• Experience providing leadership and guidance to working teams contractors or volunteers.

Additional Requirements:
Incumbents in this position must:

• be able to demonstrate that they are physically able to handle all responsibilities associated with conducting field activities.
• have a valid BC Class 5 Drivers Licence (or equivalent from another Canadian Province; a BC Class 7L/7N or other learners permit are not considered equivalent).
• operate and be responsible for equipment and instruments required for field activities (e.g. 4x4 vehicles snowmobiles all-terrain vehicles brush saw small power saw hop-chains clinometers and altimeters etc.).
• spend a minimum of 80% of time in the field carrying out or monitoring on-the-ground recreation sites and trail maintenance which includes exposure to field and/or wildlife hazards such as bears and cougars working in all weather and road conditions and a requirement to work irregular hours.

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About this Position:
There is currently one (1) temporary opportunity available for approximately seven (7) months.
This position (point of assembly) is located in Squamish.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
This is a field based position with in-office work days.
Board and lodging and relocation expenses do not apply to temporary positions.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

This position -- located in picturesque Squamish -- will appeal to an enthusiastic energetic and ambitious individual who enjoys working with like-minded team members in BCs spectacular recreational environment. The Squamish community bills itself as Hardwired for Adventure and lives up to that claim with a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. Only 45 minutes from busy Vancouver visitors can stroll through trails and stay at campsites which provide instant access to nature. To learn more about what the Squamish area has to offer visit the Explore Squamish website: Tourism Squamish.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land known as Canada seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. For more information visit What the BC Public Service Offers.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples such as your responsibilities projects youve worked on or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process including helpful tips and videos about the application process visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments employment history including job titles start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history and any relevant information that relates to this position.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge skills abilities competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.