Company:
Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre
Details:
QSSC is seeking a motivated student for full-time summer employment. Candidates MUST be current post-secondary students returning to full-time studies in the fall. This position would start mid-June and continue to September. Daily responsibilities may include acting as receptionist and clerk in the gift shop, facilitating tours, cleaning and centre maintenance, attending events, assisting with fundraising activities, and more as required. There are opportunities to work with the hatchery as time and interest permit.
Qualifications & Experience:
- At least one year post-secondary in a relevent field (eg. science, education, or tourism) and MUST be returning to school full-time in the fall
- Must be passionate about connecting visitors with salmonids and their role in the ecosystem
- Confident in dealing with spontaneous situations
- Commitment to excellent customer service
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions while maintaining a positive attitude
- Ability to adapt presentations based on interests and knowledge of groups
- Ability to process admissions and gift shop purchases
- Valid Driver’s Licence
- Valid First Aid an asset
- Experience in environmental interpretation or working in the tourism industry is preferred but not required, knowledge of salmon and hatchery operations an asset
- Retail experience an asset (cash register operations, inventory tracking, daily cash-out procedures)
- Willing and able to pass a Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Persons)