EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TEMPORARY STAFF REPRESENTATIVE TRAINING PROGRAM FIELD SERVICES July 2026 The B.C.

General Employees'' Union (BCGEU) is committed to increasing opportunities for members to receive dedicated training and gain valuable experience working as a Staff Representative or Organizer through temporary assignments.

Successful candidates will be invited to participate in Staff Representative Training a program designed to teach members the fundamental skills needed to thrive as a front-line staff representative, to organize, recruit and engage activists and build capacity, confidence and community, while helping us better reflect the strengths and diversity of our membership. WHAT TO EXPECT If you are a successful candidate, you can expect the following: to receive an overview of time, structure, topics, and expectations of this role; to foster personal growth, stronger staff voice and greater organizational impact; to complete two one-week training modules; to complete a two-week work experience program in a field services office; to receive training and mentorship to develop your skills and deepen your understanding of the duties of a servicing representative; and to complete a six-week work experience program in an organizing role; Please note that temporary staff representatives are often needed to work throughout the summer and other peak vacation periods.

Applicants should consider their availability during these times when applying for this opportunity.

All travel and accommodation expenses will be covered by the BCGEU for this paid training and employment opportunity.

Field Services Duties include: Assisting officers, stewards, and membership in the day-to-day administration of their union by attending membership meetings, assisting in union elections,



preparing and conducting ratification votes; Advising union membership on union policy and procedures; Negotiating collective agreements and contract administration through the handling of grievances up to and including expedited arbitration; Teaching courses for stewards and local officers; Assisting in or leading organizing campaigns, both internal and external; Representing the union at local labour councils and conventions; and Developing grassroots campaign plans to advance the interests of the union''s membership as well as engaging members and recruiting activists. GOALS These are intended to be developmental positions, providing successful candidates with the prospect to build the skills and qualifications of a field services staff representative.

We encourage potential participants to explore this opportunity and learn more.

Experience in and knowledge of the trade union movement; Ability to deal with union leadership and employer representatives; Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities; Ability to prepare concise written reports and handle a large volume of correspondence and ability to speak in public; An understanding of the goals and values of the BCGEU; A solid understanding of organizing principles with proven experience in union organizing drives; and Demonstrated ability to develop activist skills and maintain an effective working relationship with union and community activists. HOW TO APPLY Please submit your application by completing this short survey: sure to upload your cover letter and resume as a single document and include union and/or equity-related information.

If you have questions about the Temporary Staff Representative position or training, please email .

Applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 pm on Monday, August 25th, 2026. UWU/MoveUP

📌 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (Burnaby)
🏢 BCGEU
📍 Burnaby