Why Work Here?

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Student using equipment in college weight room.
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Perks of Working Here 

Living the Kootenay lifestyle amongst the Kootenay people is just the start of the benefits of working at the College. Breathtaking views, endless outdoor activity possibilities, and friendly community members await. Additional benefits include: 

  • Full-time/Part-time employees – Comprehensive employer-paid benefits for dental, extended health, sick leave, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) 
  • Term employees – Comprehensive employer-paid benefits, as above, pro-rated based on the terms of the position.
  • 11 Statutory Holidays each year.
  • Numerous Professional Development allowances, including opportunities for employee exchanges.
  • Fully equipped fitness facility with drop-in recreation activities.
  • Comprehensive Pension Plan. 
  • Maternity/parental leave top-up.  
  • Personal compassionate/circumstance leave. 
  • Paid sick leave and short-and long-term disability coverage. 
  • Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP): providing support with personal and work life. Includes confidential counselling and wellness programs.
  • Live and work amongst majestic mountains and pristine lakes and rivers. Most campuses are within a short drive to world-class ski resorts and stunning golf courses.
  • We are committed to employee experience and to being a top employer in the education sector and in our region.
  • Free, on-campus parking.

Vacation and Statutory holidays 

  • Faculty: 44 days  
  • Management: 25 days first year, 30 days thereafter plus 3 days gratuity  
  • CUPE employees: 1 – 4 years of employment receive 15 days annually, 5 years receive 20 days, growing to 30 days in the 15th year of employment. 
  • 13 days of statutory holidays 
  • Three additional days between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day for CUPE 
Flags of Canada, British Columbia, and College of the Rockies in addition to the College crest.

Training and development 

  • Faculty receive professional development days.  
  • Professional development funding may be available