Water Smart AmbassadorThe Village

Water Smart AmbassadorThe Village of Nakusp has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to act as the Water Smart Ambassador, a summer position for the 2020 season. Position will be based on a 7hour work day at $18.23/hr, Monday to Friday.The Water Smart Ambassador provides public education about water conservation to residents and businesses in Nakusp. Duties include: responding to customer inquiries about water conservation; proactively promoting water conservation through public displays and events, conducting lawn and garden water assessments at residential locations, working with the Public Works department to help ensure watering efficiency; and carrying out social marketing programs designed to reduce water consumption. Training will be provided.This is a real opportunity to make a difference in your community. While this is an ideal position for a person already in, or interested in, a career in environmental education or resource management, anyone with an interest in water conservation is encouraged to reply.Essential QualificationsPassion for water conservation and environmental issuesExcellent interpersonal communications skillsCompletion of Grade 12 or an equivalent GEDValid BC Driver's License, Class 5Knowledge of the local areaSelf motivated and highly organizedExperience with public education and / or working with the public on a one-on-one levelComputer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)Data gathering and analytical skillsInterested applicants should submit a covering letter and resume by May 27th, 2020 to:Cheryl A. Martens, CAOVillage of Nakusp Box 280, Nakusp BC, V0G 1R0Or Email: cao@nakusp.comThis position is supported by a wage subsidy program and requires applicants to be 17 to 29 years old, must be a BC Resident, and must not be participating in another labour funded program. The successful applicant will be approved by GetYouthWorking after prior review of the CAO.Information on this program can be found at www.getyouthworking.ca (1088865h)