Wild Pacific Trail Ambassador - Student

The Wild Pacific Trail Society is seeking an engaging, energetic and self-confident student to fill this position.    
As a Trail Ambassador, the student will be based outdoors on the Wild Pacific Trail, actively interacting with visitors to the Ucluelet area.    

The position is 40 hours per week from mid-May to the end of August.   Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old and be currently enrolled full-time in a recognized post-secondary education program with the intent to return to their academic studies in September 2018. Wage is $14 to $15/hour depending on qualifications.    

Please Note:  Living accommodations are not provided, successful candidate is responsible in securing his/her own residence.  

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide a friendly presence on the trail, welcoming visitors, responding to questions, offering orientation and general information.
• Develop and deliver educational programming about the natural history and environment of the west coast. • Conduct/lead nature guided walks on various sections of the trail.
• Enhance visitors’ environmental awareness and stewardship.   
• Assist with exhibit /display development including the designing of props and teaching aids.
• Support the promotion of the trail through the distribution of marketing materials.
• Research and develop curriculum for the Trail’s Ambassador program.