Job Description
Parks Canada - Mount Revelstoke & Glacier National Parks
Revelstoke, BC
Remote work may be considered for this opportunity.
PM-03
Term, Acting, Assignment
$65,747 to $70,841 (salary under review)For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada
Closing date: 3 August 2023 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Who can apply: All persons who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.Apply online
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Assessment accommodation
Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact the person listed below prior to the closing date.
As the Internet Content and New Media Officer, you will be part of our External Relations team working collaboratively with a variety of functions such as Resource Conservation, Asset Management, and Visitor Experience to develop, edit and publish engaging content on websites and social media.
Through your work, you will engage the public, partners and stakeholders in understanding and supporting our natural and cultural heritage. This position provides opportunities to leverage creative strategies to enhance learning, enjoyment, connection and participation among visitors.
This position is located in Revelstoke, BC. However, remote work may be considered.
Experience what it’s like to live and work with two national parks on your doorstep. Mount Revelstoke and Glacier national parks are known for their vibrant wildflower displays in the summer and abundance of snow during the winter, perfect for enjoying some time on the slopes!
Here at Mount Revelstoke and Glacier, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Diverse teams bring different perspectives and creative ideas that benefit visitors, the communities we serve and all of us as colleagues. Respect, teamwork, cooperation and innovation guide the work of Mount Revelstoke and Glacier’s small External Relations team.
Become a part of our dynamic team today!
The immediate need is to fill a temporary 1-year full-time position.
This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels or linguistic requirements in same or other parts of the country.
Positions to be filled: 1
Your résumé.
Contact information for 2 references.
Graduation with a degree or diploma from a recognized university or college with specialization in web design, computer science, marketing, communications, educational technology or other discipline relevant to the position; OR an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.
Degree equivalency
Class 5 driver’s license or provincial equivalent
EXPERIENCE
EX1: Experience in planning, writing, editing, and publishing content for web sites and social media channels for a variety of audiences
EX2: Experience in researching, monitoring, and analyzing trends and developments in internet site presentation and technologies, social media and site analytics, and applying research results and other information to improve effectiveness of online communications.
EX3: Experience working with photo and video editing software.
English essential
Information on language requirements
KNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge of online communication principles, current and emerging techniques and practices.
K2:Knowledge of software, HTML/CSS and best practices related to the development, maintenance and accessibility of web sites.
K3: Knowledge of web platforms, software, and best practices related to the monitoring, scheduling and reporting of social media.
ABILITIES
A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
A2: Ability to assess needs, conceptualize and develop the most appropriate online communications products.
A3: Ability to analyze research findings in the development of effective web-based content.
A4: Ability to work with minimal supervision.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY
PS1: Works well with others
PS2: Sound judgement
PS3: Initiative
ASSET EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Experience in graphic design
AEX2: Experience using photo and video equipment to a professional standard.
Reliability Status security clearance
- Class 5 driver’s license or provincial equivalent
- Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform when required;
- Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required;
- Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation;
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.
Tips for applicants:
- When answering application questions, be thorough and provide concrete examples. “See resume” is not considered an acceptable answer. Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history.
- Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.
- You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be considered for the position.
- Other qualifications listed as additional or asset are not mandatory to apply. However, these may be considered throughout the assessment process.
The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.
In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
Travel cost for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered.
A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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