Instructor - Applied Coastal Ecology Program (Prince Rupert Campus)

Coast Mountain College serves six First Nations in Northwest British Columbia: Haida, Tsimshian (Ts'msyen), Nisga'a, Haisla, Gitxsan, Wet'suwet'en, and have the Tahltan nation as close neighbours. CMTN acknowledges the traditional territories its campuses reside on.

Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Prince Rupert campus, invites applications for a part-time term Instructor in our Applied Coastal Ecology (ACE) program for the 2024 spring semester. This appointment will commence April 8, 2024 and end June 21, 2024 (subject to minimum student enrolment). Salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Instructor salary scale, ranging between $37.55-$66.37 hourly.

Coast Mountain College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage all applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, and people with disabilities. Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date.

Duties:  The instructor will be responsible for contributing to the academic success of students in the ACE program. This includes course preparation, teaching, evaluation of student work and guiding students by providing feedback, correction, encouragement, and direction in the following courses:

ACE 141: Estimating/Monitoring Aquatic Populations – April 15 to April 19

ACE 197: Environmental Monitoring – April 22 to April 26

ACE 142: Coastal Forest Measurements – June 3 to June 7

ACE 154: Surveying – June 10 to June 14

All courses are schedule from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 

ACE courses have a high component of experiential education with regular travel to field sites to apply concepts.  Course content includes stream habitat, forest ecology, forest measurements, surveying, marine population estimates, environmental monitoring, wildlife, and fish ID. 

A bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to coastal / marine resources management and forestry resource management. Experience includes 5 years related professional experience and experience teaching in post-secondary education.

The successful incumbent with have:

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching with the ability to motivate and mentor learners of all ages
• Knowledge and enthusiasm for the best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion in the classroom
• Ability to function effectively across cultures, particularly with the Indigenous communities, is an asset
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain students in a post-secondary setting
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• SVOP boat operator certification, Med-A3 First Aid, Radio Operator certificate and Class 4 Driver’s License is preferred 

To apply please send a cover letter, quoting competition #24.036B, and an up-to-date resume to Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: apply@coastmountaincollege.ca

NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  

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