Career Opportunities

The AIBC is seeking outgoing, enthusiastic and independent individuals to join its Architectural Walking Tour team for the 2019 summer season.

The AIBC Architectural Walking Tour program involves six themed tours of Vancouver that run from Thursday to Monday, including some statutory holidays. The successful applicants will be responsible for conducting these tours and will be based out of the AIBC’s downtown Vancouver office. Each tour is approximately two hours in length and covers a distance of up to three kilometres.

Tours are provided on a rotating basis from the beginning of July until Labour Day weekend in September. The month of June will be used for training, preparation, research, and marketing. Following the regular summer public tour season, guides may also be interested in providing private tours.

It is not necessary that the successful applicant have in-depth knowledge of architecture or the city’s architectural history, as they will be provided training, but successful applicants will need to become knowledgeable of, and conversant with, the architectural and historical aspects and considerations of each tour.  This role is ideal for individuals just starting out in the profession of architecture, as well as those retired from the profession; however, applicants from all academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job-related duties will be coordinated through the AIBC’s Event and Outreach Specialist.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conveying historical and architectural information in a way that is informative and educational, while building positive public relations for the AIBC.
• Communicating the role of the AIBC as the regulator of the profession of architecture in British Columbia in the interest of the public.
• Researching, promoting, and leading architectural walking tours in Vancouver.
• Supporting the implementation of promotional marketing campaigns.
• Ensuring existing tour material is current.
• Responding to guest enquiries about booking tours.
• Other related duties, as required.

Education and Experience

• Experience in tour guiding, theatre and/or working with the public.
• Experience processing payments.
• Knowledge of architecture, urban planning, design, art history, public relations, tourism or a related discipline.
• Experience in marketing and promotions is an asset.
• First Aid training is an asset.

Skills and Attributes

• Confident public speaker and decision-maker.
• Passion for learning and sharing knowledge with others.
• Proven experience demonstrating strong customer service orientation.
• Strong command of the English language with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Enthusiasm for architecture.
• Fluency in multiple languages is an asset.

How to Apply

Please send your application including a resume, cover letter and a writing piece (200-400 words) describing your favorite building in British Columbia (in one PDF document) to Michaela Bogart, Human Resources Specialist at hr@aibc.ca no later than end of day March 31, 2019. When applying, please include in the subject line “Architectural Walking Tour Guide – Vancouver.” Please note that incomplete application packages will not be considered.

There are up to three part-time walking tour guide positions available for the summer of 2019. The expected start date is June 10 with an average of 18 scheduled hours per week until September 13. If you have any events that would conflict with the position term from June to September, please note the dates of conflict when you apply.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

The AIBC has an opportunity for an ambitious and organized individual who is up for a unique and rewarding challenge. We are seeking a temporary, full-time Registration and Licensing Assistant (“RLA”) to join our team for approximately six months (with the possibility of extension). Reporting to the Manager of Registration and Licensing (“Manager”), this position supports efficient day-to-day departmental operations and the implementation of initiatives.

In addition to providing general administrative support, the RLA is responsible for assisting with departmental programs and priorities including architect and firm registrations, issuance of Certificates of Practice, database organization, and the annual fee renewal process. Other responsibilities include: assisting AIBC registrants with enquiries, managing the recognition of long-standing registration, exporting data, ensuring data integrity, assisting with the Internship in Architecture Program, and providing support at departmental events.

You have exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. You are service-oriented and anticipate needs, with excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills. You generate solutions and improve systems. You have excellent computer skills, including experience working with a member database. You are a self-starter, intrinsically motivated, and have well-developed time management skills. You demonstrate honesty, discretion, confidentiality, and professional integrity. You have gained these capacities through the completion of, or ongoing work toward, a university degree or diploma in business, finance, education or a related program. You have at least two years’ experience in a professional office environment. Experience with record management, program administration, registration processing, interpreting legislation, and/or project coordination considered assets. Respect and appreciation for the profession of architecture is a must.

The AIBC pursues institutional excellence through continuous improvement and mutual respect. Our team fosters a welcoming, progressive, collaborative, and innovative environment. Working in our downtown Vancouver heritage building, we are centrally located near a variety of excellent cultural, restaurant and commuter options.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team, please send us your cover letter and resume (in one PDF document), clearly describing why you are a good fit for this position and how your knowledge and experience will contribute to our success. In addition, please attach one or two examples of previous work that showcase your writing skills. Send to: Michaela Bogart, Human Resources Specialist at hr@aibc.ca. This posting will remain open until the successful candidate is selected.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.