Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Analyst - Internship Job at The District of Sechelt
COMPETITION # 2023-05
Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Analyst
Internship - Temporary, Full-time
Nature of the Position
The District of Sechelt lies at the heart of British Columbia's Sunshine Coast. The community is highly vulnerable to climate change, because of its elevation at sea level between Sechelt Inlet and the Strait of Georgia. Rising sea levels, king tides, windstorms, and consecutive years of drought are some of the real time climate change issues the District is grappling with.
In partnership with the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS), the District is offering an internship opportunity for an eligible student to review the District’s practices, policies, bylaws, and regulations through the lens of climate change adaptation. The objective of this role is to conduct a comprehensive review of the District’s bylaws, analyze modern-day climate solutions and recommend an action plan that leverages the municipality’s regulatory framework. The student will experience the complexities of navigating climate change from the public administration perspective and have the opportunity to engage with multiple stakeholders as a representative of the local government.
Essential Competencies
Applicants must be enrolled, or accepted for enrollment, in a full-time graduate or undergraduate program at one of the PICS partner institutions: UVIC, UBC, SFU or UNBC. Applicants must have comprehensive understanding of environmental sciences and the theories and practices related to climate change. Candidates must possess strong analytical thinking skills; be capable of conducting thorough research; and have exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Applicants must have a professional, responsive, and positive work attitude as well as proficiency in MS Office and a class 5 drivers license.
Preferred Competencies
The ability to organize and schedule work independently, work with minimal supervision, and conduct detailed research are critical competencies. Strong technical writing skills will be required for success in this position. The capability to establish working relationships with District of Sechelt stakeholders (both within the organization and outside the organization) will be important to accomplish the goals of the position.
Working Conditions
This is a temporary, full-time, unionized position within the BCGEU, with an expected duration of 13 weeks. The wage for the position is $24 per hour plus 9.8% of straight time pay in lieu of scheduled vacations, paid holidays, health and welfare benefits and other paid leave. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The District supports employment equity in accordance with the conditions of the Human Rights Code of BC.
Applications
Qualified applicants are invited to apply via our online job portal or
submit a current resume and covering letter to:
Lindsay Roberts, Manager of Human Resources
Send by email to: hr@sechelt.ca
Closing Date: March 5, 2023
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Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Analyst
Internship - Temporary, Full-time
Nature of the Position
The District of Sechelt lies at the heart of British Columbia's Sunshine Coast. The community is highly vulnerable to climate change, because of its elevation at sea level between Sechelt Inlet and the Strait of Georgia. Rising sea levels, king tides, windstorms, and consecutive years of drought are some of the real time climate change issues the District is grappling with.
In partnership with the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS), the District is offering an internship opportunity for an eligible student to review the District’s practices, policies, bylaws, and regulations through the lens of climate change adaptation. The objective of this role is to conduct a comprehensive review of the District’s bylaws, analyze modern-day climate solutions and recommend an action plan that leverages the municipality’s regulatory framework. The student will experience the complexities of navigating climate change from the public administration perspective and have the opportunity to engage with multiple stakeholders as a representative of the local government.
Essential Competencies
Applicants must be enrolled, or accepted for enrollment, in a full-time graduate or undergraduate program at one of the PICS partner institutions: UVIC, UBC, SFU or UNBC. Applicants must have comprehensive understanding of environmental sciences and the theories and practices related to climate change. Candidates must possess strong analytical thinking skills; be capable of conducting thorough research; and have exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Applicants must have a professional, responsive, and positive work attitude as well as proficiency in MS Office and a class 5 drivers license.
Preferred Competencies
The ability to organize and schedule work independently, work with minimal supervision, and conduct detailed research are critical competencies. Strong technical writing skills will be required for success in this position. The capability to establish working relationships with District of Sechelt stakeholders (both within the organization and outside the organization) will be important to accomplish the goals of the position.
Working Conditions
This is a temporary, full-time, unionized position within the BCGEU, with an expected duration of 13 weeks. The wage for the position is $24 per hour plus 9.8% of straight time pay in lieu of scheduled vacations, paid holidays, health and welfare benefits and other paid leave. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The District supports employment equity in accordance with the conditions of the Human Rights Code of BC.
Applications
Qualified applicants are invited to apply via our online job portal or
submit a current resume and covering letter to:
Lindsay Roberts, Manager of Human Resources
Send by email to: hr@sechelt.ca
Closing Date: March 5, 2023
Please Note :
nvalabs.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, nvalabs.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.