Sustainable Transportation Assistant

Cowichan Valley Regional District

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is hiring a regular full-time Sustainable Transportation Assistant in its Operations Department. Reporting to the Manager – Sustainable Transportation, this position provides administrative, technical, communications, and infrastructure inspection support to the transit and active transportation portfolios. The role supports data collection, public communications, inspections, and logistics for day-to-day delivery of regional transit services and implementation of the active transportation program and network.

The position guarantees 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It may require attendance at some evening and weekend meetings or events and is eligible for the Flex Time Program. After a successful in-office training period, the position is eligible for the CVRD Work From Home program; remote days depend on operational requirements, and the remote location must be within daily commuting distance of the CVRD workplace in Duncan.

This regular, full-time, unionized position is represented by CUPE Local 358. The stated 2026 wage rate is $43.00–$44.30 per hour in two steps under the collective agreement. Benefits are included as per the CUPE Collective Agreement. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and driver’s abstract. Testing may be required during the interview process. Accommodation is available for applicants who need it to participate in any stage of hiring.

Requirements

• A diploma from a recognized university or college in transportation, active transportation, planning, public administration, marketing, or a related field.
• One year of related experience, preferably in public transit, transportation, or urban planning and preferably in a local government context.
• Experience developing surveys, analyzing data, and preparing reports and presentations.
• Experience with web-based marketing or advertising and social media for business use.
• A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License; driving is required to conduct inspections, using either a CVRD or personal vehicle.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Submit a driver’s abstract with the application.

Nice To Haves

• Experience delivering public outreach and educational programs.
• Experience working collaboratively with partners and interest-holders across different levels of government, community groups, and First Nations.
• Experience preparing grant applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, technical, communications, and infrastructure inspection support for transit and active transportation portfolios.
• Collect data, conduct public communications and inspections, and provide logistical support.
• Support the effective day-to-day delivery of the CVRD’s regional transit service.
• Support implementation of the active transportation program and network.
• Attend some evening and weekend meetings or events if required.
• Conduct inspections by driving a CVRD or personal vehicle.

Benefits

• Benefits are included as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.
• Eligible for the Flex Time Program.
• Eligible for the Work From Home program after a successful in-office training period, subject to operational requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree