Assistant Instructor, Natural Resources and Environment

British Columbia Institute of Technology
British Columbia Institute of Technology

CAD 72,334-98,815 / year

Posted on Jun 27, 2026

Position Details

Position Information
Position Title Assistant Instructor, Natural Resources and Environment
Who We Are
At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.
Position Summary
BCIT’s School of Construction and the Environment is seeking a temporary, full-time (1.0 FTE) Assistant Instructor to support the Forest and Natural Areas Management (FNAM) and the Fish, Wildlife and Recreation (FWR) programs in the delivery of a range of courses within the FNAM and FWR diploma programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
The Forest and Natural Areas Management (FNAM) and the Fish, Wildlife and Recreation (FWR) program are both practical two-year diploma that is part of the Renewable Resources Department at BCIT (British Columbia Institute of Technology). These two diploma programs are designed to give students a broad range of applied skills, experiences, and knowledge for careers in the dynamic and diverse field of natural resource management and stewardship.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Required Qualifications:
  • Diploma in forestry, fisheries, wildlife, ecology, or related discipline.
  • Three years of recent field experience in the areas of environmental monitoring, fish & wildlife, parks & recreation, and/or forestry.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including experience working with multiple, diverse partners and resolving conflicts.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team and the ability to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs and challenges of a dynamic and evolving program.
  • Physically able to lead groups of students on moderately challenging outdoor related field activities that may involve several consecutive days and overnight trips.
  • Experience developing and implementing field safety plans for field-based and on-campus teaching environments.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
  • Basic First Aid certification.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Relevant professional designation in the field of biology, ecological restoration, etc. (e.g., RBTech, RP Bio, RFT, RPF, AScT)
  • Familiarity with and ability to include multiple knowledge sources and perspectives as it relates to course content, in particular engaging relevant Indigenous knowledge-holders, and land stewards.
  • Strong plant identification skills, including familiarity with plant biology, terminology and use
  • Familiarity with biology concepts and comfort with supporting delivery of biology labs
  • Experience with hydrology and earth science concepts in the field
  • Training in instructional skills, such as the Provincial Instructor Diploma Program (PIDP), instructional skills workshop, etc.
  • Experience assisting with marking and supporting student learning in classroom, field, and on-line settings, including familiarity with online learning management systems.
  • Valid Class 4 Driver’s License
Additional Information
Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

  • Competitive pay
  • Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
  • Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
  • Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
  • Professional Development funds and resources
  • Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
  • Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
  • Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).
Salary Range Salary Range: $72,334 - $98,815 per annum
Additional Salary Information
Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.
Position Details
Posting Category Faculty
Department 2 Natural Resources and Environment
Campus Location Burnaby campus
Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)
Job Status Temporary
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Number of Vacancies 1.0
Anticipated Start Date 08/31/2026
Anticipated End Date 12/18/2026
Competition Information
Competition Number 26FSA078
Competition Open Date 06/27/2026
Competition Close Date 07/12/2026
Open Until Filled? No
Quicklink for Posting https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/10490

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Certificate
    • Diploma
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • PHD
  2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 1-2
    • 3-5
    • 6-9
    • 10+
  3. * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
    • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
  5. * This position is temporary with an anticipated end date. At the time of posting, there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date.
    • I acknowledge that there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date of this temporary position.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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