Career BUZZ: Top Jobs in the Kootenays - May 24

Kootenay Business has selected 10 career opportunities to feature as our Top Jobs of the week. 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]

Manager, Communications (20-month Opportunity)

The Trust is seeking a Manager, Communications to join our team. This is a great opportunity for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has the ability to think strategically and influence others in an effort to achieve goals. Reporting to the Director, Communications, this position is responsible for managing communication plans and projects; supporting engagement and outreach efforts; developing and recommending strategies and plans to manage the Trust brand; fostering relationships with departments, stakeholders, partners and contractors; and monitoring and maintaining media relations. This is a full-time, 20-month temporary position based out of the Castlegar or Cranbrook office and expected to commence July 2019 and end March 2021. Apply at ourtrust.org/careers.

Research Coordinator

The Trust is seeking a Research Coordinator to join our Special Initiatives team. This is a great opportunity for a self motivated and results oriented individual with strong research, writing, administrative and organizational skills and working knowledge of economic and social issues within the Basin. Reporting to the Director, Special Initiatives, this position coordinates the necessary research, analysis and planning that supports the Trust's Columbia Basin Management Plan and broader corporate objectives. This position can be based out of any of our four offices. Apply at ourtrust.org/careers.

Manager, Human Resources

The Trust is seeking a Manager, Human Resources to join our team. This is a great opportunity for a self motivated and results oriented individual with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Director, Finance and Operations, this position is responsible for human resources planning; the recruitment, selection and orientation processes for new employees; employee retention strategies; performance evaluation and employee training and development; employee relations; compensation and benefits administration; job evaluation and HR policy development. As well, the Manager collaborates with senior management on the development and implementation of human resources strategies. The preference is for this position to be based out of the Trust's Castlegar Office.  Apply at ourtrust.org/careers.

Certified Dental Assistant—Nelson

Bibby Orthodontics in Nelson is seeking a confident, energetic CDA who is passionate about providing quality, patient-centered care. Ortho module an asset but not required. Tuesday-Friday position. Email resume to [email protected]

Senior Accountant—Cranbrook

Our Cranbrook office is looking for a Senior Accountant to join the Assurance & Accounting team and own the following responsibilities: Efficiently prepare year-end engagements and tax returns for your clients in a variety of industries; perform assurance on non-profit and for-profit organizations, prepare working papers and financial statements per regulatory standards; build positive working relationships with clients and effectively respond to request and suggestions. Apply online.

Balfour Autobody & Mechanical—Balfour

Looking for an enthusiastic motivated Journeyman Autobody Technician. Competitive wage and benefits. Contact Mike at 250-229-5788, or email: [email protected]

Spirits Cold Beer and Wine Store Sales Associate—Fernie

Park Place Lodge is currently seeking an enthusiastic, friendly, and motivated individual to join our Spirits Cold Beer & Wine Store team. Our Retail Sales Associates provide the finest quality of service to our beer store customers and comfortable working with the public. Apply: [email protected]

Nutrition Data Analyst—Revelstoke

Help to curate our large nutrition database. This job will involve a great deal of computer data-entry work (transcribing nutrition labels into our database), researching nutrition data from the web, tagging and correcting existing items, and helping us improve the tools, processes, and documentation around our nutrition data curation. Other duties will include some customer service, software testing, and writing documentation. Apply: [email protected]

Automotive Mechanic—Golden

Test and adjust units to specifications; complete reports to record problems and work performed; Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions; Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit; Repair or replace mechanical units or components. Apply: [email protected]

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]