Clerk 2, Community Planning (Summer Student)

at  District of North Vancouver

ABOUT US

Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Designated one of BC’s Top Employers for five years, the District offers exciting professional development opportunities and a competitive total compensation package including a nine-day fortnight and hybrid work options. This is an exciting time to join the District, as we embark on a range of initiatives to transform digital service delivery, customer experience, and our approach to climate action. Known for being a flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive workplace culture, the District of North Vancouver is an exceptional place to work. If you are civic-minded and interested in making an impact on people and businesses on the beautiful North Shore, consider working for the District of North Vancouver.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Our Community Planning Department has a temporary (16 weeks) full-time opportunity for a Clerk 2 (Summer Student) to join their team. This position is contingent on funding through the Canada Summer Jobs Program which provides wage subsidies to employees to create quality summer work experiences for young people aged 15 to 30 years of age. In this role you will work primarily on the youth portfolio, focused on the Youth Friendly North Shore Plan. You may also work with databases and statistics and conduct analysis in a variety of other areas within the Community Planning portfolios (e.g. social planning, child care, poverty reduction, housing).

PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT ON FUNDING THROUGH THE CANADA SUMMER JOBS PROGRAM WHICH PROVIDES WAGE SUBSIDIES TO EMPLOYERS TO CREATE QUALITY SUMMER WORK (EXPERIENCES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 15 TO 30 YEARS OF AGE.

• Be between the age of 15 and 30 years of age and be legally entitled to work in Canada (have a valid SIN, be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act).
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Clear vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check.
• Not hold another full-time (30 or more hours) summer job.
  Details
  Term: May 13, 2024 to August 30, 2024 (16 weeks)
  Salary: The pay range for this unionized position is $27.30 to $31.97 per hour (2024 rates) based on a 35-hour work week.
  Hours of Work: 35-hour work week

APPLY

The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we’re looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, we would like to hear from you. Please apply on-line at https://careers.dnv.org by May 3, 2024, to be considered.
If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when we contact you.
We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located.

As a Clerk 2 (Summer Student) on the implementation team for the Youth Friendly North Shore Plan, you will be engaged in diverse activities that offer significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Examples of duties are noted below (note this is not exhaustive):

• Document both qualitative and quantitative information, collect statistics and help to prepare reports.
• Attend team meetings and participate in activities planned in community.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners (e.g. other municipal departments, non-profit organizations, public sector partners) on acitivites planned over the summer.

Key responsibilities and skill development areas include:

• Adaptability: You will adapt to team feedback and adjust your approach accordingly to meet project goals effectively.
• Collaboration: You will work closely with various stakeholders, both within the team and externally with partners from municipal departments, non-profits, schools, and health organizations.
• Communication: Engage in active listening and clear communication when interacting with youth participants, providing instructions, and discussing ideas with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Creativity and Innovation: Contribute innovative ideas and approaches to enhance the implementation of the Youth Friendly North Shore Plan.
• Digital Skills: Utilize digital tools and platforms for data collection, reporting, and communication.
• Numeracy: Apply numeracy skills in collecting and analysing quantitative data related to project outcomes.
• Problem-solving: Tackle challenges that arise during project implementation by applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Technical Skills: Gain hands-on experience in project management, documentation, and reporting tasks.

This position offers a holistic learning experience, supported by a dedicated project team and external partners, which will enhance your professional capabilities and prepare you for your future roles in community planning, community development and project management.