Operations Assistant, Kluane Lake Research Station

2 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada The University of Calgary Full time

**Position Overview**
- The Kluane Lake Research Station (KLRS) has the privilege of being located on the south shore of Lhù'ààn Man (Kluane Lake), Yukon, on the Traditional Territory of the Kluane First Nation, Champagne and Aishihik First Nations, and White River First Nation._

The **Kluane Lake Research Station (KLRS)** under the **Arctic Institute of North America (AINA)** is currently seeking an **Operations Assistant**. Reporting to the Field Station Operations Manager, the Research & Operations Assistant is responsible for supporting research and operations, communication, and visitor engagement at KLRS.

**Job Duties**:

- Support daily operation of the station, including visitor engagement, administration tasks, user space setup, transportation, cleaning, and maintenance.
- Perform a variety of station tasks, including cleaning accommodations and communal spaces, washing/changing linens, removing recycling/trash, sweeping/mopping floors, washing dishes, brushing trails, splitting wood, and performing basic maintenance tasks.
- Operate KLRS vehicles to support daily operations (transporting food, materials, recycling, waste, etc.). Occasionally drive field schools and researchers.
- Support operations research activities, particularly those related to renewable energy and containerized hydroponics agriculture. Help maintain the station's greenhouse and garden.
- Assist with welcoming all visitors to KLRS and communicating with guests after leaving to review their stay. Support artists during their Artist in Residency at KLRS.
- Help with station tours and community events.
- Collect biographies, photographs, and research summary information of each researcher/group that stays at KLRS, to share with local communities, on KLRS's website and social media, and in reports.
- Lead the station's social media presence.

**Qualifications**:
**Required**
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid standard driver's license (minimum class 5).
- Remote First Aid/CPR certification, WHIMIS training, or willingness to complete training before start of employment.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Flexibility to work a non-conventional schedule.

**Additional Assets**
- Undergraduate degree in natural sciences or related fields (completed or in progress).
- Experience in:

- Research or supporting research activities.
- Agriculture and/or gardening.
- Remote camp settings.
- Hospitality or cleaning/housekeeping.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong initiative, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- Capacity to adjust work schedule to meet multiple demands and pressures.

**Additional Information**

**Compensation and Schedule**:

- Duration = 4 months (May - August, 2024).
- Wage = $22/hour.
- Expected hours per week = 40 hours. Overtime pay (1.5 times the hourly rate) earned after 40 hours/week.
- Non-conventional schedule that fluctuates throughout the season and may include weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays.

All staff at KLRS need to be comfortable working outdoors, sometimes in extreme weather conditions. Staff need to be amenable to temporarily adjusting their work duties to meet varying client needs, and occasionally cover responsibilities for their colleagues to allow time off. Given the fluctuating number of guests at the station throughout the season, staff must be able to adapt to multiple competing priorities, work under pressure, and manage time effectively. During scheduled days off, or times when the station is less busy, staff should be keen to explore the abundant cultural and outdoor opportunities in the area. Staff need to be willing to work in an environment that is removed from many modern conveniences and have a demonstrated ability to interact collaboratively with colleagues and resolve conflicts that are unique to remote, isolated work.

More information about the Kluane Lake Research Station is found here

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
- We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada._

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