Bike Winnipeg is hiring! - Bike Winnipeg

We are seeking two individuals for two-month term positions to help with our Bikeshare Development Project. Applications will remain open until December 29th at 5pm local time. Please share the job postings below within your network!

Bikeshare Service Researcher

Bike Winnipeg is a non-profit, member-based organization working to make cycling in Winnipeg a safe, enjoyable, accessible, and convenient transportation choice year round.

We are seeking a passionate individual in Canada for the position of Bikeshare Service Researcher (Recreational Activities Consultant) to assist with our Bikeshare Development Project, who supports the mission and vision of Bike Winnipeg and other social-purpose cycling organizations in Canada, and who is committed to active transportation.

Term

This position is for 280 hours starting January 4th until February 28th.

Location

This position can be completed remotely from anywhere in Canada.

Mandatory Qualifications

From a combination of formal education and related experience, you must have research and report writing experience. You must also:

Be between the ages of 15-30 (inclusive) at the start of the internship
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or persons granted refugee status in Canada
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

In general, you will be responsible for researching bikeshare and bikeswap services around the world. This includes:

Operating structure (for-profit, social enterprise, etc.)
Relationship with local transit agency(ies) and all levels of government
Funding/financing sources
User fee structures
Reasons for failures and successes
Creating a survey to be distributed to bikeshare service providers
Infrastructure details (docked/dockless, e-assist/full electric/no assist, bike manufacturer, accessories provided, weight limit, GPS use, etc.)
Ridership details including seasonal variation, geographic coverage, fleet rebalancing, etc.
Maintenance and repair experience
Public and political opinions
Noteworthy bikeshares and bikeswaps in other countries, a focus on North American bikeshares, and a comprehensive review of Canadian bikeshares/bikeswaps
Anti-theft and anti-vandalism strategies
Local research and general research
Other tasks as assigned

You are expected to provide your own cell phone and laptop. All work can be completed remotely from your home office from anywhere in Canada.

Abilities & Attributes

Functional written and verbal communication skills
Results-focused with strong follow through, excellent time management and organizational skills
Friendly and respectful with a positive work attitude
Organized, self-disciplined, and reliable
Creative and strategic thinking
Self-initiating and thrives in an independent work environment
Professional email, phone, web, and media etiquette
Commitment to the cause

Application Deadline

December 29th, 2020, 5pm local time

Interviews are December 30th-31st via Zoom

Remuneration

$18.00/hr, 280 hours

To apply

Applications will be accepted by email only until the deadline. If this opportunity interests you, please email your cover letter, resume, and references to bikeshare@bikewinnipeg.ca with “Bikeshare Service Researcher” in the subject heading. In your cover letter, please confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria noted above.

We seek diversity in our workplace. Indigenous persons, women & gender-diverse people, visible minorities, and persons with a disability are encouraged to self-declare as a part of your application.

No phone calls please.

Transportation Survey Researcher

Bike Winnipeg is a non-profit, member-based organization working to make cycling in Winnipeg a safe, enjoyable, accessible, and convenient transportation choice year round.

We are seeking a passionate individual in Canada for the position of Transportation Survey Researcher (Recreational Activities Consultant) to assist with our Bikeshare Development Project, who supports the mission and vision of Bike Winnipeg and other social-purpose cycling organizations in Canada, and who is committed to active transportation.

Term

This position is for 280 hours starting January 4th until February 28th.

Location

This position will involve a mix of remote and in-person work in Winnipeg as permitted by public health orders.

Mandatory Qualifications

Be between the ages of 15-30 (inclusive) at the start of the internship
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or persons granted refugee status in Canada
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

In general, duties and responsibilities include any tasks or activities that support the development and delivery of a bike access participation survey about bicycle ownership and the development of a bikeshare service for residents, workers, and visitors. Tasks include:

Create and deliver a participant survey with relevant ethical and privacy considerations
Establishing a baseline measurement for GHG emissions, life expectancy, physical activity, financial health, and opinions before and after a bike access program
Participant survey preparation including ethics, privacy considerations, and evaluation
Researching various impact measurement frameworks (e.g. Sustainable Development Goals) and performance indicators for impacts to climate, pandemic preparedness, municipal budgets, personal health and well-being, neighbourhoods, etc.
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Attributes

From a combination of formal education and experience, successful candidates should demonstrate:

Being outgoing, friendly, kind, and caring
Have an understanding of the challenges and opportunities for newcomers to Canada and for Indigenous people
Good organization of project files, survey data, and other information; database experience is an asset
Report-writing experience
Functional written and verbal English; speaking multiple languages is an asset
Results-focused with strong follow through
Excellent time management, scheduling, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
Organized, self-disciplined, and reliable
Creative and strategic thinking
Self-initiating and thrives in an independent work environment
Professional email, phone, web, and media etiquette
Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as required to achieve project outcomes
Interest in sustainable transportation

Application Deadline

December 29th, 2020, 5pm local time

Interviews are December 30th-31st via Zoom

Remuneration

$18.00/hr, 280 hours

To apply

Applications will be accepted by email only until the deadline. If this opportunity interests you, please email your cover letter, resume, and references to bikeshare@bikewinnipeg.ca with “Transportation Survey Researcher” in the subject heading. In your cover letter, please confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria noted above.

We seek diversity in our workplace. Indigenous persons, women & gender-diverse people, visible minorities, and persons with a disability are encouraged to self-declare as a part of your application.

No phone calls please.