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Position: Fish Habitat Restoration and Education Program Assistant
Organization: B.C. Wildlife Federation
Location: Lower Mainland BC (Surrey or remote, see below)
About the B.C. Wildlife Federation
The B.C. Wildlife Federation (BCWF) is British Columbia’s leading conservation organization. As a province-wide, member-driven charitable organization, with over 43,000 members and more than 100 member clubs, our organization represents the interests of all British Columbians who aim to protect, enhance, and promote the wise use of the environment for the benefit of present and future generations.
Job Overview – FHRE Program Assistant
The BC Wildlife Federation’s Fish Habitat Restoration and Education Program (FHRE) is looking for a Program Assistant, anticipated start date is as soon as possible. The Fish Habitat Restoration and Education Program Assistant will work independently under the supervision of the Fish Habitat Restoration and Education Coordinator and the Director of Conservation Stewardship. They will be primarily responsible for supporting the BC Outdoor Access Improvement Project and providing assistance to the Fish Habitat and Education Program workshops and projects. The BC Outdoor Access Improvement Project aims to upgrade trails and fishing docks at selected locations across BC to make them more accessible for people with mobility issues, and increase the number of British Columbians who can enjoy the outdoors. The Fish Habitat and Education Program delivers fish habitat stewardship workshops in communities. This position will primarily work at our office (or a home office), but will include some travel within BC to meet project deliverables. It is anticipated a high portion of their work will focus on the BC Outdoor Access Improvement Project, but opportunities to participate and support other FHREP initiatives will occur throughout the position. The FHRE Program Assistant will be working with a network of lead professionals who work among various levels of government and non-government organizations.
To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community, women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (2SLGBTQIA+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the diversity of our workforce are encouraged to express their interest and apply.
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Position Terms & Compensation
Position Terms:
This is a full-time contracted position starting as soon as possible and ending on March 31, 2023, with possibility to extend. Work will be primarily indoors based at the BCWF office in Surrey (101-9706 188 St) or from a work-from-home setting. Travel may be required within B.C. to meet project deliverables.
Compensation:
Wage: $20-23/hour, to be reviewed based on experience.
Qualified candidates may submit their resume and cover letter as a single PDF document to: jobs@bcwf.bc.ca quoting “FHREProgramAssistant_FirstName_LastName”
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We will review applications and conduct interviews on the rolling basis until the position is filled. We encourage applicants to apply early.
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For other career opportunities at BCWF, please visit our website - https://bcwf.bc.ca/current-opportunities/
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Current status: Open/apply now. Date posted: Jun 27 2022 ID: 64948