Career BUZZ: ‘Best of’ Top Jobs in the Kootenays - March 9 issue

Here is a selection of the 10 'Best Of' top jobs Kootenay Business has featured on Career Buzz over the last six weeks. (Disclaimer: Some of these jobs may have been filled, please check with the employers before applying). Want to give your employment opportunities a boost? List them on the Kootenays #1 Career newsletter.  We really promote your jobs! For more info contact [email protected]

Office Manager – Arts Co-op—Fernie

Reporting to the Board of Directors, this is a newly created 6 month contract position with potential to renew to a yearly contract for the right individual.  Hours and days of work are flexible but require three, 4 hour shifts per week totaling 12 hours/week. Apply: In person or by mail to Fernie Arts Co-op, PO Box 2860, Fernie, B.C., V0B 1M0

Client Service Professional—Cranbrook

Koocanusa Publications Incorporated (KPI) Media is looking for an energetic individual who is an excellent communicator and strong team player. This Client Service Professional position involves working directly with a client base of small and large business owners, agents, and marketing managers who are located throughout  the East and West Kootenay region—helping them maximize their print and Internet advertising, marketing, and promotion. Apply to: [email protected]

Farmers’ Market Manager—Creston

The market manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Farmers’ Market. The role of the market manager is varied; everything from handling the basic operation of the market, online and offline promotion, developing the market and coordinating special activities; and handling any conflicts that may arise. The market manager works independently, must be a self-starter, and excellent communicator. Apply: [email protected]

Performers, Stage Managers & Accompanists—Fort Steele

Fort Steele Summer Theatre 2018: Performers  will be cast in a mainstage musical to be presented in the theatre, as well as street theatre scenes; also Stage Managers and accompanists. Apply: [email protected]

Turf Care Specialist—Invermere

Reporting to the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent – Turf Care Specialist position is available in our Turf Management Department. You have a passion for preparing the golf course at the highest level, and show this to our guests with a genuine excitement for the great golfing experience that we offer at Eagle Ranch. Apply: [email protected]

Forest Technologist—Nelson

As a Forest Technologist, you will perform a variety of technical and operational duties to support the planning, engineering and reforestation activities of the Timber Sales Office. Applying your knowledge of technical forestry management and field operations, you will estimate and compile resource needs, cost requirements, and conduct resource assessments. An integral part of a high-functioning, multidisciplinary field team, you will perform various activities required to develop Timber Sales Licenses and support Field Team operations. Full details and to apply: https://search.employment.gov.bc.ca/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=47936

Barista/Cashier—Golden

Double Black Café is a bustling and independently owned café/restaurant. We seek to create a unique experience inspired by the mountain culture of Kicking Horse. Front of house employees will be required to make high quality coffees (drip, espresso and specialty), take orders, operate the till and run food. Apply: [email protected]

Ophthalmic Assistant—Cranbrook

Local ophthalmology office requires individual to work closely with the ophthalmologist during patient examination.  Above average computer and keyboarding skills as well as ability  to multi-task under stressful situations, attention to detail and working closely with the public will be a definite asset. Apply: [email protected]

First Cook: Full-time—Cranbrook

This position requires a higher knowledge of food preparation. You would assume 100% responsibility for the quality of products served by yourself and junior team members on the line. You would ensure that yourself and junior team members know and comply consistently with the kitchen tasks designated by the other managers or supervisors and are completed as per the kitchen standards and procedures. You would be required to inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices as well as the storing and rotating of products. Apply: [email protected]

Auto body estimator—Castlegar

We require a customer friendly person who has experience preparing and managing auto body estimates for ICBC and other insurance company clients. Apply to: [email protected]