Surrey Nature Centre Program Specialist - Community Services Assistant 5
About the role
As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.
Employment Status
Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time
Scope
The Surrey Nature Centre is looking to add a fulltime program specialist to our team. Working within the Parks Division, the Surrey Nature Centre offers nature-related programs for schools and the public with the goal of increasing awareness, appreciation, and stewardship of Surrey's urban forest.
The successful candidate will have experience working with school-aged children, strong leadership abilities, a sound knowledge of place-based learning and knowledge of local flora and fauna.
Responsibilities
As the Surrey Nature Centre Program Specialist you will:
oversee the delivery of school programs and day camps
assist with recruiting, training, supervising, and scheduling staff
communicate clearly and professionally in both verbal and written formats
develop new programming by applying your knowledge of environmental education, the BC curriculum, and place-based learning
Build and maintain strong working relationships with program participants, staff, the public, and other stakeholders
Ensure the City's Policies and Procedures are followed to maintain a high level of safety
Qualifications
Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by a degree/diploma in recreation, or a related field from a recognized post secondary institution plus 2 years progressively responsible experience in community service work or area of specialty, including supervision, or an equivalent acceptable combination of training and experience.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES
Occupational First Aid Level One Certificate or acceptable equivalent.
Consent to Disclosure of Criminal Record Information.
High Five Certification or an acceptable equivalent; or willingness to obtain.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 1
Pay Grade: Schedule D
Hourly Rate: $33.83 (2024 Rate)
Conditions of Employment
This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until October 31, 2025.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
About City of Surrey
We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.
Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play.
Social Media Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/COSTerms
Surrey Nature Centre Program Specialist - Community Services Assistant 5
About the role
As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.
Employment Status
Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time
Scope
The Surrey Nature Centre is looking to add a fulltime program specialist to our team. Working within the Parks Division, the Surrey Nature Centre offers nature-related programs for schools and the public with the goal of increasing awareness, appreciation, and stewardship of Surrey's urban forest.
The successful candidate will have experience working with school-aged children, strong leadership abilities, a sound knowledge of place-based learning and knowledge of local flora and fauna.
Responsibilities
As the Surrey Nature Centre Program Specialist you will:
oversee the delivery of school programs and day camps
assist with recruiting, training, supervising, and scheduling staff
communicate clearly and professionally in both verbal and written formats
develop new programming by applying your knowledge of environmental education, the BC curriculum, and place-based learning
Build and maintain strong working relationships with program participants, staff, the public, and other stakeholders
Ensure the City's Policies and Procedures are followed to maintain a high level of safety
Qualifications
Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by a degree/diploma in recreation, or a related field from a recognized post secondary institution plus 2 years progressively responsible experience in community service work or area of specialty, including supervision, or an equivalent acceptable combination of training and experience.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES
Occupational First Aid Level One Certificate or acceptable equivalent.
Consent to Disclosure of Criminal Record Information.
High Five Certification or an acceptable equivalent; or willingness to obtain.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 1
Pay Grade: Schedule D
Hourly Rate: $33.83 (2024 Rate)
Conditions of Employment
This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until October 31, 2025.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
About City of Surrey
We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.
Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play.
Social Media Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/COSTerms