Forestry Technology Instructor: Competition #109
An Internal/External Posting in the SCFA Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Thursday, August 22, 2019
Closes: Wednesday, June 19, 2019
The School of Environment and Geomatics is seeking an instructor to teach in the Forestry Technology diploma program. Under the supervision of the School Chair, the successful applicant will have the education and experience to help provide instruction in the following courses: FOR274 Forest Health, FOR280 Applied Research Project, FOR200 Field trip study, FOR250 and FOR251 Silviculture I and II, and FOR278 Forestry Field School.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide classroom instruction to second year diploma students and be available for student consultation
- Demonstrate and supervise Site Plan data collection in the field
- Provide knowledgeable instruction on Silviculture Systems used throughout BC
- Instruct on the various Stand Tending practices used by Forest Professionals in BC
- Provide instruction on how to collect field data, summarise results, and present finding for student forestry applied research projects
- Lecture on central forest heath issues, including the ecological role and forest management implications of various biotic, and abiotic agents
- Co-instruct a multi-week integrated forestry planning project containing equal field and office components
- Review and update curriculum to ensure currency and relevance
- Evaluate student progress and provide constructive feedback
- Participate in instructional team meetings
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Active engagement of students in a variety of face-to-face learning strategies
- Create and maintain a positive and respectful learning environment
- Confidence in use of the Moodle learning management system
- Experience in use of current technology applied in forestry operations
- Expertise in relational practice and team work
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Education and Experience
- Qualified applicants should be a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) in good standing with the Association of BC Forest Professionals
- Graduate degree in Forestry or related discipline preferred
- Five years of experience in a variety of industry settings
- Previous teaching experience in a post-secondary setting is an asset
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
This is a short term, 6-59% position (depending on qualifications) commencing August 5, 2019 and ending April 23, 2020. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Selkirk College Faculty Association Collective Agreement. The salary range is $2,232.42 - $3,587.27 bi-weekly (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications and experience.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Wednesday, June 19, 2019.