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Assistant Instructor, Environmental Public Health

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Position Information

Position Title Assistant Instructor, Environmental Public Health
Who We Are
At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.
Position Summary
BCIT’s School of Health Sciences Environmental Public Health Program is seeking a regular, part-time (0.5 FTE) Assistant Instructor to support the delivery the Environmental Public Health curriculum.
Duties & Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist the instructors in the assessment of student evaluations including exams and presentations
  • Prioritizing multiple requests for support from the faculty
  • Updating and maintaining marking keys and assignments
  • Assist in demonstrating and giving practical instruction during labs
  • Assist instructors in researching/course development of emerging topics for inclusion into course materials
  • Provide short-term instruction to students to cover absences/illnesses
  • Invigilating exams
  • Assist in arranging field trips and supervising field trips
  • Guest speaking for various courses
  • Assist and participate marketing events and help prepare marketing materials
  • Assisting in coverage of program communications during summer break
  • Managing the programs social media profiles
  • Organizing BOC Mock Oral exams
  • Assist in other administrative duties as required, including but not limited to program planning and committee work.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Credentials
  • Graduation from an accredited Environmental Public Health program and CPHI holder strongly preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institute preferred OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Current member in good standing of CIPHI preferred


Experience
  • Possess 3 years or more of knowledge and experience within the Environmental Public Health field in Canada or its equivalent.
  • Demonstrable teaching, training, or mentoring skills for students, colleagues, or other clients
  • Knowledge and experience with all MS Office Productivity Tools and various meeting platforms

Key Competencies
  • Effective English language oral and written communication
  • Build and maintain effective and collaborative networks and relationships with students, colleagues and partners
  • Ability to work with others and adapt to the changing needs and demands of the program on a continual basis
  • Hold yourself and the Environmental Public Health program and profession to the highest ethical and professional standards
  • Work independently and reliably with limited supervision while keeping to deadlines and time limits.
  • Identify opportunities and barriers related to course/program innovation and approach challenges through a solution-focused perspective
  • Lead, inspire, and shape students’ behaviours and actions through a commitment of excellence, passion and enthusiasm for the work
  • Commitment to lifelong learning made possible through professional development opportunities
Additional Information
Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

  • Competitive pay
  • Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
  • Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
  • Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
  • Professional Development funds and resources
  • Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
  • Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more


BCIT values diverse experiences, ideas, cultures and perspectives and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. If you require accessibility accommodations during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact RecruitmentAssistant@bcit.ca so we can best support you. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal, email applications will not be accepted.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).
Salary Range Salary Range: $66,196 - $90,430 per annum.
Additional Salary Information
Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.
Position Details

Posting Category Faculty
School/Service Area SOHS Lab Sciences and Health Protection
Campus Location Burnaby campus
Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)
Job Status Regular
Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time
Number of Vacancies
Anticipated Start Date 08/26/2024
Anticipated End Date
Competition Information

Competition Number 24FSA461
Competition Open Date 04/27/2024
Competition Close Date 05/11/2024
Open Until Filled?
Quicklink for Posting https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/8361

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Certificate
    • Diploma
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • PHD
  2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 1-2
    • 3-5
    • 6-9
    • 10+
  3. * The qualifications section has indicated what is required for this position. Please use the comment box below to indicate which current Canadian healthcare certifications you have that you feel are relevant to the position (ex. CMRT, BCMLS Advanced Certification, Nursing, etc.) Please indicate all relevant certifications in the comment box below:

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
    • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
  5. * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents