Friends of Jasper National Park,Interpretive Guide/Sales Associate Jobs in Canada

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experiences in both educational programming and fundraising.

• Assist
  with leading the Jasper: A Walk in the Past historical tour;

• Collaborate
  with the Jasper Trail Alliance to lead stewardship days in Jasper National
  Park;
• Lead
  outdoor environmental programs, naturalist activities and guided hikes, as
  needed;
• Be
  responsible for all aspects of operating a sales outlet, including:
• Providing
  quality customer service
• Being
  involved in stock control and management
• Operating
  cash register and point of sale software
• Developing
  knowledge of FJNP services/ products, offering referrals and assistance
  as needed
• Daily
  cash out report and deposit
• Acting
  as an ambassador for the Friends and informing visitors that purchases
  made support programs and projects in Jasper National Park;

• Answer
  questions in the office and store in a friendly, informative manner;

• Complete
  duties or training opportunities in other areas such as office related
  duties, special events, projects and programs.

• be
  between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment;
• have
  been registered as a full-time student in the previous academic year and
  intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year;
• be
  a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee
  protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee
  Protection Act; and
• be
  legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant
  provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.

• some
  post-secondary education in a related field (education, outdoor education,
  etc);
• outdoor
  education, educational programming and/or interpretation experience;
• excellent
  communication skills, oral and written. Preference may be given to
  candidates who are proficient in both of Canada’s official languages;
• the
  ability to work with the public and volunteers in a friendly, positive,
  and professional manner;
• the
  ability to use creativity to deliver interactive interpretive programming
  for both children and adults;
• strong
  computer skills, working in a Microsoft environment;
• strong
  organizational skills with attention to detail;
• creativity,
  adaptability and the ability to multi-task;
• self-motivation,
  with an ability to work well on own or with others;
• a
  passion for wild spaces, the outdoors and Jasper National Park;
• an
  understanding of the National Park mandate, flora and fauna is required.
  We will also send the suitable candidate for further training;
• the
  ability to work accurately with cash and a computerized point of sale
  system;
• valid
  first aid and CPR certification (or obtain before the start date); and
• an
  enhanced security check in order to work with children (or obtain before
  the start date).

• Experience
  the beauty of Jasper National Park (mountains, lakes, wildlife) and all of
  the wonderful outdoor adventures that it affords (including hiking,
  biking, paddling, climbing and more);
• Work
  for an organization that is passionate about sharing the appreciation,
  understanding and respect for the natural and cultural history of Jasper
  National Park;
• Work
  in a collaborative and creative work environment;
• Earn
  a competitive wage ($15/hr – 14/hour plus $1/hour bonus at end of season
  contract);
• Get
  great career-related work experience in a collaborative and creative work
  environment;
• Receive
  a complimentary backcountry pass for outdoor pursuits in Jasper National
  Park; and
• Enjoy
  staff discount in the FJNP Gift Shop which includes books, maps, unique
  gifts and Canadian-made jewelry.