Faculty, Ecological Restoration

Position Summary

BCIT’s Ecological Restoration (ER) BSc Program (within the School of Construction and the Environment) is seeking a temporary, part‑time (0.2 FTE) Instructor to teach Geospatial Applications in Natural Resource Management (RENR 7010) in the Fall 2026 Term. The ER BSc is a 2‑year degree completion program (years 3 and
4). The program provides graduates with a world‑class foundation in the fundamental science, applied knowledge, and technical skills needed to successfully manage degraded ecosystems. Students work with many professional partners on a wide range of applied projects, thereby gaining experience in addressing many current environmental challenges. Graduates have an excellent track record of securing positions with consulting companies, nonprofit organizations, and all levels of government, including First Nations.

General responsibilities will include all aspects related to teaching this course, including delivering lectures, facilitating applied learning, assessing student work, and mentoring students. The successful candidate will be provided course materials, which can be modified to suit the candidate’s strengths/experience. Other responsibilities will be based on the strengths of the successful candidate and the needs of the program. Experience using geospatial assessments/analyses in the environmental sciences is a very strong advantage.

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in geospatial sciences, ecology, environmental science, geography, or a related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency with GIS software (specifically ArcGIS Pro) and GNSS, including recent field and/or operational experience applying, analyzing, and interpreting geospatial data within an environmental or natural resource discipline.
• Strong candidates with other relevant combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of best practices for teaching, advising, and mentoring students in a higher education environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in both an independent capacity as well as part of a collegial team.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, which are needed to effectively manage the dynamic conditions and logistics associated with our applied programs.

• Graduate credentials in geospatial sciences, ecology, environmental science, geography, or a related field.
• Strong preference for a demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the post‑secondary level in both classroom and field settings.
• Knowledge of and experience with the ecosystems of British Columbia and principles of environmental management.
• Experience teaching and/or working with First Nations.

• Competitive pay.
• Minimum of twenty‑five days of vacation (or more, depending on the position).
• Competitive employer‑paid extended health and dental plan.
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions.
• Professional Development funds and resources.
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs.
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more.

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.