Outreach, Promotions and Events Team Member (Student position)
Selection process number: 2019-CAP-CBCFU-STUD-OC-190
Important messages
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
PLEASE NOTE:
– Living accommodations are not provided. **Public transportation is available.
– Students will be required to cover all travel expenses to and from the location of work.
– The first round of interviews will occur on September 19 and 20, 2019 and the second round will be conducted September 26 and 27, 2019.
Duties
At Parks Canada, presenting, educating and sharing the stories of national parks and historic sites to the public is a key part of what we do. Are you motivated? Creative and energetic? A strong communicator? Do you enjoy nature and history? A job as a Parks Canada team member might be right for you!
Parks Canada is seeking highly motivated team-players with excellent communication skills to join our dynamic team to present, educate and promote Parks Canada places and programs. Members of this Parks Canada team work in a variety of ways and from various locations throughout Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island. You may be part of a heritage interpretation or urban outreach team. You may work from a partner venue, such as the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea or TELUS World of Science. You may plan, develop and attend events and workshops and create dynamic social media campaigns.
The key role for this Parks Canada team is to deliver events, promotions, outreach, and interpretation programs. Their purpose is to increase awareness, appreciation and support for Parks Canada protected areas by connecting, engaging and interacting with visitors to parks and sites, urban families, young adults and newcomers to Canada, among other audiences. Through the promotion and delivery of innovative programs and interactive presentations, the team encourages visitors to experience our rich history and the outdoors and to learn more about our environment and heritage.
Key elements of this job may include:
• Create compelling social media campaigns to visually share the stories of Parks Canada’s programs and initiatives;
• Engage diverse audiences through activities, workshops, on-site and overnight camping events;
• Provide the information and outdoor skills visitors need to embark on an adventure at Parks Canada places;
• Provide promotional information to draw visitors to Parks Canada locations, and increase visitation;
• Assist with the development, planning, delivery, and evaluation of outreach events;
• Work collaboratively with a variety of Parks Canada team members.
Successful students will work for approximately 14 to 18 weeks between January and April, 2020. Positions require students to work variable hours, shift-work, weekends and holidays, as well as work in a range of weather conditions. Successful candidates must commit to the entire work term.
Work environment
Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.
Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to hire students for the work term January to April 2020. We will only contact students who demonstrate clearly in the screening follow up questions that they possess the education and experience required for this opportunity.
The results may be used in the future to fill other temporary student vacancies that may arise in Coastal BC Field Unit, in various locations, with full or part-time hours for various tenures, depending on status of the selected candidate.
Positions to be filled: 8
Information you must provide
Your résumé.
In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)
Eduction:
Applicants must have completed one semester of full-time post-secondary education by January 2020.
Experience:
• Experience working, volunteering, planning and/or coordinating public events
• Experience creating and delivering presentations and/or public speaking to a variety of audiences
• Experience writing articles, stories, or social media campaigns
• Experience with computer software (such as: Microsoft Office suite)
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
Various language requirements
English and bilingual
Information on language requirements
Knowledge:
• Knowledge of Parks Canada places and its mandate, objectives and programs
• Knowledge of communication techniques used in interpretation (e.g. storytelling, theatre, music)
• Knowledge of marketing and consumer promotions
• Knowledge of social media platforms (e.g. Facebook and Twitter)
• Knowledge of analyzing and compiling information
Abilities and Skills
• Advanced communication skills (oral and written) in the candidates first language (English or French)
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Ability to interact with and present to a wide variety of audiences
• Ability to adapt to a variety of situations and changing work locations
• Ability to connect with people
Personal Suitability:
A team player who personally connects with people, takes responsibility, makes things happen, exercises sound judgement and is adaptable.
The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)
Experience:
• Experience delivering activities or programming to multicultural audiences
• Experience in interpretation and/or public engagement; may include interpretation in museums, historic sites or nature/wildlife settings
• Experience with photography and videography (note: a portfolio may be requested)
• Experience with web design and photo-editing software (such as Adobe Suite-
Photoshop/InDesign)
• Experience working with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Hootsuite) on behalf of an organization or group
• Experience in customer relations
Knowledge:
• Knowledge of traditions, culture and practices of Indigenous peoples in the management of cultural resources in the local area
• Knowledge of Canadian heritage and/or natural sciences and/or Canadian history
• Advanced communications skills (oral) in languages other than English and French
• Knowledge and experience in outdoor activities: canoeing, kayaking, camping, etc.
Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance
• Proof of enrolment in a post-secondary institution (done at time of hiring)
• Obtain and maintain Reliability Status security clearance (done at time of hiring)
• Willingness to use safe work practices and required personal protective clothing (training and terms of use provided)
• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform, and occasionally, a mascot costume
• Willingness to work outdoors and stand/walk for extended periods of time (sometimes in adverse weather conditions)
• Willingness to work shift-work, weekends, evening, overtime and statutory holidays
• Willingness to set-up, take-down and move equipment (including large and heavy equipment, tables and tents)
Other information
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
Persons who have a priority entitlement as defined by the Parks Canada Agency Priority Policy and Guidelines will be considered first.
Interviews will be conducted – Written test(s) may be administered – Reference checks will be conducted.
You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential qualifications and additional qualifications (i.e. Education, Experience and/or Occupational Certification) for the initial screening through your resume, cover letter, and/or in answering online screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiated examples. Information on your described skills, experience, etc. provided in a cover letter or screening questions should be supported by your resume. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process.
The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles. In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.
Please submit your completed application, including all of the above-mentioned documentation. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Contact information
| Nicole Cann – Public Outreach Education Officer IV |
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| nicole.cann@canada.ca 604-666-1395 |