Employment Opportunity: Orienteering Mapper
Orienteering Canada (and its affiliated clubs) have a number of mapping projects
to be completed in 2015. One or more positions are available in British
Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Yukon.
Job Duties: Field checking of several forested areas in and near the following
cities:
Cranbrook and Squamish, B.C.; Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta; Winnipeg, Brandon,
Neepawa, St.Malo,and Portage LaPrairie, Manitoba; Ottawa, Ontario; and
Whitehorse, Yukon. Field work on urban sprint maps may be required. Other duties
include map drafting to current ISOM and ISSOM standards, artwork and legend
using current orienteering mapping software, such as OCAD.
Terms of Employment: Temporary contract positions are available from 4 weeks to
4 to 5 months depending on the locations and your ability to relocate between
provinces at the employer’s expense. Applicants may specify the area they are
able to work in.
Wage: $25 – $30 per hour depending on experience. 40 hours/week max
Education and Work Experience required: No particular formal education
requirements, however applicants must be fully conversant with International
Orienteering Federation standards for preparation of orienteering maps including
ISOM and ISSOM. Applicants must be able to provide examples of orienteering maps
previously completed.
Must be a member of the
Canadian Orienteering Mapper Registry.
Benefits: Assistance to find housing and a vehicle will be provided.
Contact: Anne Teutsch at Orienteering Canada: president AT orienteering DOT ca.
or
1239 Colgrove Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5C3
tel (403) 283-0807
fax (403) 451-1681