Job opportunities

Employee Eligibility:

• Must be between 16 and 30 years of age at the time of intake
• Must be a Canadian citizen or have landed immigrant status.
• Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License is an asset
• Must be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment (end of Labour Day weekend)
• Must obtain a RCMP criminal record check
• Must not hold another full-time summer job

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.
• Proven ability as a self-starter with the ability to motivate self and others.
• Strong organization skills.
• Commitment to educating the general public with an excited and positive attitude
• Proven ability to communicate and engage with children
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization and general public.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Public speaking skills with the ability to deliver educational programs to various groups.

Major Responsibilities:

• Assist with the delivery of all aspects of Kid’s Camps.
• Animal handling for education programs - must be comfortable handling reptiles, birds of prey and insects (relevant training will be provided).
• Deliver interpretive/educational programs to schools and the general public, focusing on preschool, kindergarten, primary and high school classes.
• Deliver a variety of park “Outreach Programs.”
• Deliver Birthday Parties
• Must be available to work weekends
• Participate in all Park “Special Events” which occur during most holidays
• Insure the cleanliness of the Wildlife Education Centre
• Assist in the delivery of the Wildlife Rangers Pin Collectors Club
• Assist in the delivery of interactive activities in the Wildlife Education Centre
• Create and participate in content creation for social media platforms
• Other duties as assigned.

Position will include the following:

• Training and scheduling of staff
• Monitoring and maintaining inventory
• Ordering of supplies as needed
• Gift Shop operation
• Use RocketRez POS system to process gift shop sales and to admit guests
• Processing annual pass and memberships for guests
• Processing guest enquires
• Maintain the racking of displayed brochures
• Other duties as directed

Criteria for Applicant:

• Two years retail experience
• Excellent computer skills
• Be able to work well in a group or on your own
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must provide a Criminal Records Check
• Have reliable transportation
• Valid BC Drivers license

Position will include the following:   

• Assist the Facilities Department in Building maintenance
• Assist the Facilities Department in Grounds keeping
• Assist in setup of Special Event and displays
• Assist with the daily duties related to Facilities operations
• Other duties as directed by Facilities Supervisor

further criteria for applicant:

• Must be able to follow direction well
• Be able to work well in a group or on your own
• Enjoy working outdoors
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends
• Must provide a Criminal Records Check
• Have reliable transportation
• Valid BC Drivers Licence and submit a drivers abstract

Position will include the following:   

• Use POS system to admit visitors
• Processing guest enquires
• Processing Annual Pass sales
• Assist in Gift Shop
• Maintain the racking of displayed brochures
• General cleaning as required
• Other duties as directed 

further criteria for applicant:

• Must be able to follow direction well.
  
• Excellent computer skills.
• Be able to work well in a group, or on your own.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must provide a Criminal Records Check.
• Have reliable transportation.

Employee Eligibility:   

• Must be between 16 and 30 years of age at the time of intake
• Must be a Canadian citizen or have landed immigrant status.
• Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License is an asset
• Must be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment (end of Labour Day weekend)
• Must obtain a RCMP criminal record check
• Must not hold another full-time summer job

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of all aspects of animal health and care, including reproductive habits, physiology, behaviour, nutrition, pathology and parasitism of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles
• Good observational skills with the ability to ensure animals meet standards of good health and ability to note any deviations in normal physical or psychological health
• Basic understanding of conservation philosophy
• Must be able to work safely with wildlife, including the ability to participate in medical treatment and preventative medication for animals
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations
• Thorough knowledge of hazards and safety precautions for work performed
• Good oral and written communication skills, and good interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities:

• Under specific direction delivers effective health and welfare practices for Park Wildlife and Wildlife Rehabilitation Program while at the same time provides some work direction to volunteers.
• Follow established policies and procedures and deliver proper diet, required level of cleanliness, enrichment and hygiene of exhibits
• Maintain zookeeper work areas to ensure a professional level of hygiene from a veterinary and food-safe perspective
• Maintain exhibits and animal care facilities to required standards
• Carry out procedures to ensure cleanliness of service yards and building
• Maintain positive relationship with park staff, veterinarian and guests
• Communicate in a timely way with department staff and veterinarians and assist in administering treatments, medications and procedures as required
• Provide support for education and interpretation at the park
• Follow established policies and procedures with regard to safe movement of animals within and outside the park
• Maintain daily digital records in ZIMS
• Participate in and provide some work direction in conservation programs such as Burrowing Owl Captive Breeding and Wildlife Rehabilitation
• Contribute to efficient operation of park by minimizing waste and maintaining tools and equipment
• Complete regular feed inventory, ordering feed as required
• Strive to enhance knowledge and skills pertinent to animals on exhibit
• Follow established policies and procedures to ensure safety of animals, public and staff
• Other responsibilities and duties as required

Position will include the following:   

• Prepares and cooks meals or individual dishes based on orders.
• Performs general duties, i.e. cleaning, sweeping, dishwashing, etc. to ensure food services areas are maintained. 
• Processing transactions for food purchases.
• Other duties as directed.

further criteria for applicant:

• Must be able to follow direction well.
• Must have Food Safe certificate.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Be able to work well in a group, or on your own.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must provide a Criminal Records Check.
• Have reliable transportation.

Employee Eligibility:

• Must be registered as a full time post-secondary student in the previous academic year and returning to school on a full time basis in the next academic year.
• Must be a post-secondary student, but not attending full time classes while participating in their placement at BCWP
• Must be between 16 and 30 years of age at the time of intake
• Must be able to meet the eligibility requirements of the program for which they are approved
• Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License and submit a drivers abstract
• Must be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment (end of Labour Day weekend)
• Must obtain a RCMP criminal record check
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and be a BC resident
• Must not hold another full time summer job

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of native, invasive and ornamental plant species
• Knowledge of non-pesticide alternatives for weed control
• Basic understanding of conservation philosophy
• Must be able to work safely around wildlife
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations
• Thorough knowledge of hazards and safety precautions for work performed
• Good oral and written communication skills, and good interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities

• Under specific direction delivers effective maintenance and enhancement of park grounds while at the same time provides some work direction to volunteers.
• Follow established policies and procedures to control and work towards eradicating invasive species
• Maintain a clean and professional work area
• Maintain and keep tools in good working order
• Carry out procedures to ensure cleanliness of service yards and building
• Maintain positive relationship with park staff and guests
• Communicate in a timely and effective way with department staff
• Provide support for education and interpretation at the park
• Strive to enhance landscaping, maintenance and planning knowledge and skills
• Follow established policies and procedures to ensure safety of animals, public and staff
• Other responsibilities and duties as required