Communications and Special Projects Internship Kamloops , BC

Description

About the Thompson-Nicola Regional District

Encompassing an unparalleled geographic region in the heart of British Columbia, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) offers the best of both worlds. Urban life within vibrant communities and outlying rural regions showcase the region's beauty: pristine but rugged mountains, rolling grasslands, lush evergreen forests and both historic and modern areas, all within approximately 45,000 square kilometres. Headquartered in the City of Kamloops, the TNRD provides a wide range of local government services to a population of 144,000 located within its 11 diverse municipalities and 10 electoral areas.

Our Library System

The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library (TNRL), the biggest department of the Regional District provides services through 13 locations, a Mobile Library and Library Home Service. Located in the Central Interior of British Columbia, the TNRL is committed to providing excellent service to patrons for lifetime personal growth, learning and enjoyment. The Library team provides programming, materials and resources to people of all ages and abilities. The Communications and Special Projects Intern will work in an organization that values flexibility and exemplary service. As a member of the TNRL, you will support the library in building strong relationships in all of our communities.

The Role

The TNRL is seeking a Communications and Special Projects Intern to assist in the development of the Library's five year strategic plan by developing, and implementing a communications plan designed to engage residents from across the Thompson-Nicola Regional District in the conversation about the future of the Library. Work on this front will include survey design and other tools to elicit feedback. Research into public library strategic planning best practices will support the Intern's work. This position will also require some public speaking as the Intern will lead focus groups. The ability to synthesize data, summarize results and determine trends will support the Intern in drafting the strategic plan, and aligning it to the regional district priorities. The Intern will report to the Manager of Discovery and Support Services, participate as a member on the library's marketing and communications committee and may be called upon to assist with other special projects. This position also participates in public service (circulation, reference and readers' advisory provision) that will help inform the planning and writing of the strategic plan.

This is a full-time, 35 hour/week position commencing June 1, 2024 for a period of 28 weeks. A part-time schedule may be considered. Evenings and weekends may be required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• A passion for helping others and a belief in the importance of literacy
• Minimum two-year diploma in communications, or with a communications focus from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Understanding and knowledge of communications plan best practices. Experience creating and implementing communications plans is an asset.
• Proficiency in email marketing platforms, graphic design/layout, working with organizational visual brand and style guide parameters
• Proficiency in using social media in a professional capacity (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok)
• Demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills
• Knowledge of and ability to work collaboratively with community-based agencies
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational & time management skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail and planning skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people from all levels of the organization and with a diverse population
• Sound judgment and problem solving skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to quickly learn new skills
• Ability to handle information discretely. Strong customer service aptitude, skills, and experience together with a genuine interest in working with a diverse patronage of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities
• Demonstrated computer skills (must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite)
• Ability to meet deadlines and set priorities
• Commitment to lifelong learning and personal/professional development

The position pays $26.54 plus 14% in lieu of benefits. The TNRL requires that all successful applicants undergo a Criminal Record Check.

Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of Young Canada Works (YCW) to be considered:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada;
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada;
• Be between the ages of 16 and 30 years at the start of employment;

Meet the eligibility criteria of the program to which you apply;

• Be registered in the Young Canada Works online candidate inventory;
• Be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment;
• Be a graduate from college or university;
• Be unemployed or underemployed;
• Not be receiving Employment Insurance (EI) benefits while employed in a YCW job;
• Priority will be given to graduates that have not previously participated in YCW internship programs.

Hiring is dependent on grant funding.

Applicants not fulfilling the criteria set out in this job posting will not be considered or contacted. Your application should clearly outline the qualifications, and or/abilities, and experience you have for this position.

Careers - Thompson-Nicola Regional District (tnrd.ca)

Compensation

26.54

Closes: 29 April, 2024