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About the Role
We currently have an opportunity at the Ecology Centre located at Lynn Canyon Park for an auxiliary Ecology Centre Attendant 2. This is for occasional weekend work and additional shifts as needed. The Ecology Centre weekend hours are typically 10:00am to 4:00pm (May to September) and 12:00pm to 4:00pm (October to April).
You will be responsible for assisting the public in interpreting exhibits and displays, conducting educational tours, and assisting superiors in the research and preparation of exhibits and displays. Duties will also include the supervision of play activities for a small group of children, such as weekend family programs and delivery of birthday party programs, and performing a variety of operational and minor custodial tasks, such as working at the front desk, answering calls, and handling sales.
The successful applicant will have:
- Working knowledge of the rules, regulations and practices applicable to the operation of the Ecology Centre and of the attractions and activities therein, along with working knowledge of the principles of ecology and the history, economy and culture of the community.
- Ability to deal effectively with the public, develop and lead educational programs, provides factual information, direct visitors to various exhibits and displays and supervise the activities of a small group of children.
- Ability to perform a variety of operation and minor custodial tasks related to the operation of the Ecology Centre, and the maintenance of exhibits and displays, including the ability to exercise some initiative in gathering information and material for the preparation of displays.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and perform all duties under general supervision; along with ability to operate audio video presentation equipment, and simple manual tools as required.
Qualifications
- Grade 12, supplemented by courses relating to the Biological Sciences plus some experience in dealing with the public.
- Preferably some experience in nature-housework or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- The ideal candidate will have some experience in education, specifically outdoor or nature-based education.
Details
Salary: The pay range for this unionized position is $27.38 per hour (2024 rates)
The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we’re looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, a demonstrated understanding of safety, a commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, and a willingness to take further safety training as required, we would like to hear from you. Please apply on-line at careers.dnv.org by March 6, 2026 to be considered.
We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located.
