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.
The Ideal Candidate will have:
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:
Meet the eligibility criteria of the program to which you apply;
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.
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