Job Openings at the ACC National Office

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Job Openings at the ACC National Office

Do you have great organizational skills? Are you good with people? Do
you like challenge and variety? Are you interested in being part of an
enthusiastic team? If so, we welcome your application for one of the
following two great job opportunities:

Office Manager/Membership Coordinator (maternity leave position)

The duties for this position include membership processing and
reporting; responding to membership inquires by email, regular mail,
phone and in person; mail distribution; management of office supplies,
office hardware, the telephone system and special projects; and general
administrative duties. You are customer service oriented, have excellent
computer skills and the ability to work independently. You are able to
multi-task and have two to three years of experience in an office
environment. An interest in mountaineering would be an asset, but is not
essential. We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
The deadline for applications is December 13, 2004, and the term of
employment is January 17, 2005 to February 1, 2006

Facilities Reservation Coordinator (full time, permanent position)

The duties for this position include taking bookings and giving
information about our 23 backcountry huts and our clubhouse, processing
club memberships, giving information about various club mountaineering
activities, preparing outgoing mail and various other administrative
duties as required. Applicants should have experience working at a front
desk, telephone reception or other public relations related work.
Computer literacy is essential. Knowledge of local backcountry
recreation would be an asset. The position will start on December 13th,
2004. The wage is $10.00 per hour. Subsidized, shared accommodation is
available.

Please forward your resume to:
Nancy Hansen, Director of Mountaineering
email: nhansen at AlpineClubofCanada.ca
fax: (403) 678-3224
post: Box 8040, Canmore, AB, T1W 2T8


New Parks Canada Avalanche Terrain Rating System

Parks Canada has developed a classification system for avalanche
terrain, and has applied ratings to approximately 250 trips in the
Mountain National Parks. For more information, visit
http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/visit7a1_E.asp

You can also download a brochure on this topic from the ACC’s website at
http://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/facility/parks.html

New Standard of Care for Youth Groups in National Parks Backcountry

Effective immediately, new policies have been introduced for custodial
groups planning backcountry travel in the Mountain National Parks
(Banff, Yoho, Kootenay, Jasper, Mt. Revelstoke, Glacier, and Waterton
Lakes).  These policies are in effect from Nov 15 - Apr 30 each year,
and have evolved significantly since they were first introduced in April
2004.  Parks Canada has established a new standard of care, and
custodial group leaders have new obligations and pre-trip planning
considerations they must understand.

Parks Canada has developed a classification system for avalanche
terrain, and has applied ratings to approximately 250 trips in the
Mountain National Parks.  The policies for custodial group travel in the
backcountry are based on this rating system.

Parks Canada has also built a comprehensive, online resource for
custodial groups to assist them with planning backcountry travel.

Parks Canada’s goal is to encourage our youth to travel in their
mountain parks, while at the same time receiving appropriate leadership
in suitable locations.

For more information, visit
http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/visit7a5_E.asp

Hostelling International, Pacific Mountain Region

NOW HIRING: RUSTIC HOSTEL RESIDENT MANAGER

-      Looking for the Thoreau experience?
-      Need a place to live for the winter near Lake Louise?
-      Maybe you’re just looking to have a great opportunity to get lots
of backcountry touring and climbing in this winter?

WE’VE GOT THE JOB FOR YOU!

We are presently looking for a part-time resident manager for our
Mosquito Creek hostel, located 20 minutes’ drive north of Lake Louise on
the Icefields Parkway.

This position would involve being available to host our guests on
weekends and holidays as well as groups mid-week as well as general
housekeeping/groundskeeping duties.

On average this would involve being open 3-4 days/week with working
hours in the evenings and mornings (leaving the best daylight hours for
powder hunting!); however, options for further earnings are available
through a profit-sharing program.  The position reverts back to a
full-time salaried position in the summer months, or is available as a
winter position only.

It’s a great opportunity for anyone who wants to experience the beauty
and serenity of the mountains in a rustic setting in the wilderness.

Interested applicants should forward their resumes or queries to:


Ken Campbell
General Manager
HI-Banff Alpine Centre
HI-Wilderness Properties
ken.campbell at hihostels.ca
Cell: 403.678.0198





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