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NOVEMBER 20, 2014
the LEAD Sheet
CONTENTS
UNCOMMON
CAREERS
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By Kate Wiley
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ASK A CASE
MANAGER
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hat gets you excited in the morning?
Is it the coffee brewing beyond the
bedroom... or it is the job that awaits you? If
the second option strikes you as absurd, maybe you should consider a career change. Who
says you can’t get paid to do what you love?
Perhaps your passion lies in ending homelessness or protecting the marine environment.
Why not look for work in a sector that supports your cause?
what’s out there, spend some time exploring
sites like WorkInNonProfits.ca or
CharityVillage.com.
For those looking for a complete career
change, it might be necessary to rethink your
resume. A functional resume, versus the typical chronological one, will highlight relevant
skills. Consider ways in which you can reframe your skill set to make it applicable to
the target sector, and then spell it out. In
other words, if you have an IT background, be
sure to articulate the ways in which a systems
analyst can be of use to a fundraising campaign.
There’s a chance your professional experience may transfer seamlessly to the non-profit sector. Charitable organizations need things
Take pride in the experience you do have.
like executive assistants or accountants as
Don’t be shy about sharing your bake sale
much as the private sector. To get a feel for
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BOOK REVIEW
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Photo courtesy of BeGiving.ca
By Kate Wiley
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hen I asked Matt for his last name, he replied “Tango
Echo Lima Foxtrot Sierra Echo Romeo”. (That’s
“Telfser” for the layperson.) Such was my first indication that
Naval Communicators are a special breed.
“I’m like the messenger of old who rides the horse and delivers the message, except slightly more modern,” says Matt
by way of explaining the duties of a Nav Comm, as they are
commonly called at sea. He is responsible for all things concerning communication in the Navy, principally involving radio and satellite. But Matt also provides IT help on the ship —
a broad array of skills, to be sure.
“The Navy trains us in all of it,” says Matt. The bulk of his
training came from the Canadian Forces Fleet School in Esquimalt. He was surprised to find seemingly antiquated skills
like Morse code and flag signalling on the docket. “We have
radios that are older than the sun,” quips Matt, adding in a
more genuine tone: “If the satellites get shot out of the sky,
then we can communicate by high-frequency radios or, if it
comes to it, by hoisting up flags on a halyard.”
Matt became a communicator for the Navy seven years ago
after deciding The Royal Military College of Canada was not
his thing. His aptitude tests indicated he was a skilled communicator, and since he’d always been told he had a good
voice for radio, opted to try out Naval Communications. “This
way, rather than getting stuck down below with the engines,
I’m on the bridge with the captain and get to see all the action,” says Matt.
But don’t be fooled into thinking it’s all guns and glory.
There’s a lot of waiting. And that’s where the greatest challenge lies, according to Matt. “At times you are so busy you
cannot keep up, and at other times, there is so little to do,
you are ready to jump overboard,” he confesses. “It’s hard to
keep yourself calm when you’re always wanting things to
slow down or speed up.”
In order to maintain his sanity, Matt plays cards, tests himself at trivia and converses with fellow sailors. Surrounded by
the same people, day in and day out, can be perceived like a
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Matt Telfser
prison sentence or an opportunity. Matt does his best to better himself by chatting up the veteran sailors. “Some of these
guys have sailed their entire lives,” he says. “They know
“It’s hard to keep yourself
calm when you’re always
wanting things to slow down
or speed up.”
– Matt Telfser,
Naval Communicator
more than you could ever want to learn about the ship. They
are mountains of knowledge, if you can convince them to
teach you.”
In a few months, Matt will have all the time in the world to
mine the on-board resources. He recently got posted to a ship
for his first tour — destination unknown. Chances are good he
will be deployed to South America, where the Navy intervenes in drug trafficking missions, or the Middle East, where
he will be called upon to keep the peace. He’s counting on
the daily rhythm of regular shifts to get him through. That,
and regular communication... from his girlfriend.
Got a story to share? Your job success may inspire someone else
to take the next step. Email [email protected].
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SOCIAL & HEALTH JOBS
WorkLink Employment Society seeks to fill four positions. START is an employment program designed to help
prepare youth (15-30 years old) for employment. There is
a 6 week workshop component followed by monitored employment. Job Options assists non EI attached participants
(18 years and older) for employment. Each program requires a Workshop Facilitator and a Job Developer. Details at worklink.bc.ca. Closes Nov. 24.
Island Health is hiring a CBORD Project Manager for
Royal Jubilee Hospital, responsible for the day to day operational delivery of the business processes provided by
the CBORD food service information system including the
planning, analysis, monitoring and evaluation of the
CBORD system. Qualifications include a level of education,
training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics. Details at viha.ca/careers.
Sunrise Senior Living in Victoria is hiring a Room Attendant responsible for performing general housekeeping duties in resident suites, public areas and support areas.
Qualifications include a desire to work with seniors and a
High School diploma (preferred). Apply online at sunrisesenior-living.jobs.net.
The Ministry of Child and Family Development is recruiting a temporary Child Protection Worker (Growth Series)
in Duncan. Preference may be given to applicants who
have completed their practicum within the last 24
months, and who have a minimum of three years of experience as a Child Protection Social Worker in another location or province. Find a complete list of qualifications at
gov.bc.ca > Employment. Closes Nov. 28.
The Marquise division of Compass Group Canada requires a Registered Dietitian (Clinical Information Systems
Manager) responsible for the management of the diet offices and the day to day operational delivery of the business processes provided by the CBORD food service
information system including menu planning, nutritional
analysis, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of
the CBORD system. Go to compass-canada.com > Working
at Compass for details.
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Island Health seeks a Privacy Specialist for Royal Jubilee Hospital. This person regulates information access,
privacy legislation, standards and principles in a complex
technical healthcare environment. Qualifications include a
level of education, training and experience equivalent to a
Bachelor's degree in Health Information Science or Information Management. Apply online at viha.ca/careers.
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WORKING
TITLES
By Tony Abbis
TALES OF THE CANNED, CANCELED,
DOWNSIZED, AND DISMISSED
EDITOR: ANNABELLE GURWITCH
SIMON & SCHUSTER (2006)
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hat do Steve Jobs, Oprah Winfrey, Walt Disney and
Thomas Edison all have in common? They (along with
countless others) were all fired from a job. Being fired can
have a profound emotional and financial impact. The resulting shock, sometimes combined with embarrassment and
guilt, can affect a person for months or even years — for
those who chose to let the firing define them, that is. For
others, being fired can be a motivator that spurs personal
and professional growth and often, in time, an improved situation.
“Fired, Tales of the Canned, Canceled, Downsized, & Dismissed” is a collection of humorous stories from comedians,
writers and “regular” people curated by comedienne Annabelle Gurwitch. Many of these stories are poignant and all
serve as a comforting reminder that being fired is not an un-
being fired offered the opportunity for introspection
and to reassess career paths and goals. Percommon event. For those profiled,
severance and resiliency are on consistent display throughout
this book.
The main drawback of “Fired” is that it focuses heavily on
people in the entertainment industry who lost their jobs as
they were working towards their goals. A better balance
could have been struck by featuring more stories from the
this book
serves as a powerful reminder that being
fired does not need to define us. “Fired” is an
average worker. This is a minor quibble as
encouraging book about a discouraging event and readers will
find it as uplifting as it is funny.
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“Fired! proves that
sometimes the best revenge
is losing well.”
— New York Times, Books of Style
Two copies of this book exist in the Greater Victoria Public
Library System. The downloadable audio book is also available.
If you’ve been fired from your last job and need advice
on how to deal with this during an interview (or just want
advice in general about how to keep a job), consider asking
for assistance at your local Employment Service Centre (GT
Hiring Solutions, Beacon Employment Services or Worklink
Employment Society).
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TRADES JOBS
High End Painting is looking for an experienced painter
for the position of Worksite Foreman. Applicant must be
able to manage a crew and coordinate projects. Integrity –
ability to show up for work on time – is essential. Find the
full job posting at UsedVictoria.com.
of the following: HVAC, piping/plumbing, equipment selection and specification, fuel systems, energy analysis.
To apply online, go to williamsengineering.com > Careers.
Canada’s Department of National Defense is recruiting
The Fairmont Empress seeks a Journeyperson, responAuxiliary Fleet - Various Positions Inventory in Victoria.
sible for providing assistance to the Chef on duty to enOccupational Certification requirements: Valid Transport
sure the highest level of production. Qualifications include Canada Certificate of Competency as Marine Engineer,
Journeyperson’s papers or Red Seal or equivalents; plus 3
Fourth Class Motor or higher; or valid Province of British
years experience in a hotel or kitchen of comparable size Columbia Fourth Class Power Engineer Certificate or highand level of service. Closes Nov. 28. Find out more at
er. Details at jobs.gc.ca.
fairmontcareers.com.
Williams Engineering requires a Mechanical Technologist, Level 1 or 2. Prepare technical design for a variety
Romeo’s Langford (Westshore Town Centre) is hiring
Line Cooks and a Prep Cook. Email or drop off your
resume. [email protected]
MANUFACTURING & FACILITIES JOBS
K-Bro Linen Systems seeks a Washfloor Supervisor to
ensure consistent productivity flow and timely transportation of processed linens to staging and storage areas. Find
the full job posting at WorkBC.ca. Competition closes
Dec. 5.
which ensures the proper handling, processing and routing
of our customers' freight. This position requires the ability to lift up to 70lbs, in a fast paced, repetitive, physically
demanding role. Go to dayross.ca > Careers.
Fraser Tolmie Apartments seeks a Community Manager
Walmart Langford is hiring a 2nd Shift Instock Associto report to the Regional Property Manager, BC West, and
ate to ensure on-shelf availability and provide inventory
be responsible for the day-to-day care of the property.
management. Shift is 3-11 pm. Qualifications include basic Qualifications include 3+ years of related experience with
math skills. Details at walmartcanada.ca/careers.
residential property management, post-secondary courses
in property management, combined with a strong service
Day & Ross Freight has an immediate opening for a full- ethic commitment. Find the complete job posting at
eluta.ca/jobs-at-bentall.
time Dock Worker in Nanaimo, BC to work on a team
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successes with your prospective
employer. Reflect on the ways in
which you’ve helped family and
friends to overcome major obstacles. If you’re interested in helping children, now’s the time to
enlist as a volunteer with Big
Brothers Big Sisters. Any volunteer work that demonstrates
your commitment will help your
resume to stand out amid the
competition. “If there is something you really want to do and
make a career out of it, a great
first step is volunteering,” says
Lesley Brown, Managing Director
of BeGiving.ca. “I don’t know of
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Victoria
any charity that won’t accept
volunteers. Make the right con-
With funding sources regularly in flux,
people who are of like mind. An environ-
nections, and if you’ve got the
job security in this sector is not nearly what ment that is not driven exclusively by profit
competencies they are looking
you might find working in, say, a correc-
is often more nurturing. When I took my
for, you’ll get a job.”
tional facility. But there is a silver lining.
first job out of university at the Family Vio-
Evolving grants mean shifting priorities
lence Prevention Fund, I had two senior
Lesley combined her experiwhich translate to opportunities for new
ence in financial services with
her service as a Board Member of hires to strut their stuff. If a certain grant
requires a
The Victoria
greater social
Conservatory of
media footprint,
Music to inform
for example,
the creation of
your digital
BeGiving.ca.
know-how may
“Connie [McConsuddenly garner
nell] and I saw
you more rethere was a real
sponsibility.
gap in the marIn addition to
ket — there
doing good for
were limited
others, wellways to fundestablished philraise, most of
– Lesley Brown,
anthropic agenwhich involved
Managing Director of BeGiving.ca
cies like United
activities that
Way tend to
were both time and effort intensive,” she explains. “So our team treat their employees well, offering flexi-
“If there is
something you really
want to do and make
a career out of it,
a great first step is
volunteering.”
created a platform that gives
charities a low-administrative
way to reach out to their contacts to support their cause.”
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ble working hours and respectable benefit
mentors who were keen to help me get my
bearings and move ahead in the organization.
The holidays are a time for giving back.
After Black Friday (a U.S. phenomenon that
follows Thanksgiving) and Cyber Monday,
comes Giving Tuesday on December 2. If
you cannot afford to donate, why not consider giving your time as a volunteer? You
never know, it just might lead to a new
career. As a board member, Lesley says
she’s not only gained business experience
but also the gratification that comes with
having an impact on the community. “In a
lot of places across Canada, there is a shift
toward getting involved, not just sitting on
the periphery,” says Lesley. “It’s this notion that ‘But for the grace of God go I,’
and I want to do something that makes a
contribution.”
packages. Those who work there are dedicated to maintaining a healthy work-life
balance, but also enjoy collaborating with
Kate Wiley is editor of the Lead Sheet.
Contact her at [email protected].
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PROFESSIONAL & ADMINISTRATIVE JOBS
University of Victoria is recruiting an Administrative
Assistant. This position provides secretarial and administrative support in the Dean's Office in the Faculty of Human and Social Development. Find the full job posting at
uvic.ca/hr/careers. Closes Nov. 26.
The Office of the Merit Commissioner, a small independent office of the Legislative Assembly, is hiring a Research
Analyst. Closes Nov. 28. Bachelor’s degree in a discipline
related to the business area (e.g. public administration, social sciences, law) required. Go to gov.bc.ca > Employment.
The BC Oil and Gas Commission is hiring a Manager, Corporate Planning and Reporting. The Manager is responsible for the organization's strategic planning and for
internal and external reporting of corporate performance.
Qualifications include a university degree and five years
experience or a diploma and seven years experience in a
related strategic management discipline. Application
deadline is Nov. 28.
H&R Block is looking to hire Income Tax Preparers. Free
income tax course starts on Dec. 5 for positions available
from mid Jan. to Apr. 30, 2015. Applicants who successfully complete the training course will work with H & R Block
clients to prepare their income tax returns. Application
details can be found at victoria.craigslist.ca.
Epicure Selections requires a Director of MarComm. As
a member of the management team, the candidate will
manage a team of 3+ people, while overseeing the development of innovative and brand-aligned marketing content. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in
Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, Fine Arts or
other related fields, and five to eight years experience.
The company is also hiring a Creative Director. Find out
more at epicurev2.com/job-listings.
Raymond James is seeking a Branch Manager in Victoria.
The Branch Manager is responsible for monitoring the activities of Financial Advisors and their Assistants at the branch
and provides ongoing operational support to these individuals. 10 or more years of experience in the Financial Services industry required. Apply online at raymondjames.ca >
Our Company > Careers. Closes Nov. 30.
Sysco Food Services in Victoria seeks a Marketing Associate to support operational and financial goals by generating profitable business within a defined territory.
Post-secondary education in a business related field, and
2-3 years outside sales and/or foodservice/hospitality experience needed. Apply online at syscovictoria.com > Careers.
TECHNOLOGY JOBS
AbeBooks seeks a UX Designer in Victoria. The candidate will be committed to improving the AbeBooks' on-site
experience through design and visual elements. An understanding of ecommerce is fundamental. Three plus years
of web design experience required. Details at
abebooks.com/careers.
Epicure Selections requires a Scrum Master to ensure
the IT team works as efficiently as possible by removing
any roadblocks to progress and facilitating daily Scrum
meetings. Qualifications include post-secondary degree in
Computer Science, Business or equivalent work experience. Find out more at epicurev2.com/job-listings.
TELUS is looking for Telecommunications Technicians Plant Services. The position may involve extensive customer contact and adherence to tight schedules. These
positions are 9 month temporary full-time in nature and
offer potential advancement to permanent positions. Go
to telus.com > Careers.
CGI in Victoria is hiring a Adobe CQ5 Developer. Responsibilities include developing modules/templates based
on defined requirements using Adobe CQ. Familiarity with
Web Content Management Systems such as Drupal, Autonomy Interwoven and Kentico an asset. Details at
cgi.com/careers.
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HOSPITALITY & CUSTOMER SERVICE JOBS
Ardene is hiring a Third Key Holder, responsible for
customer service, generating sales, merchandising and
general upkeep of the store’s cleanliness and appearance.
Minimum one year retail experience; experience in a leadership role would be considered an asset. Go to
ardenecareers.com to apply.
The Toronto-Dominion Bank seeks a part-time Customer
Service Representative to perform customer transactions,
while providing service and advice. This role is required to
understand customer needs and identify opportunities to
promote TDCT products and services to the customers,
referring them to appropriate team members or internal
Bank partners. For details, visit td.com/careers.
Rathskeller Schnitzel House is accepting applications for
a Server. Experience and knowledge of European food and
culture an asset but not necessary. Hours indicated in the
job posting at victoria.craigslist.ca. Drop off resume between 3-5 pm, Monday to Friday.
Country Grocer is hiring a part-time Cashier for its Royal Oak store. You must like a fast-paced work environment, be able to stand on your feet for the entire shift,
and this position requires heavy lifting and repetitive motion. To apply, visit countrygrocer.com > Join Our Family.
Apply before Nov. 28.
Irish Times is hiring a Bartender. Applicants must have
minimum 2 years high volume bartending. Attention to
detail and a love of craft beer and the industry is a must.
Bring in resume between 2-4 pm, Monday to Friday or submit if via email. Details at victoria.craigslist.ca.
The Children’s Place in Uptown Mall seeks a Store Sales
Manager and a Sales Associate to represent the brand,
engage customers, maintain store standards and support
jewellermagazine.com
teamwork. Three to five years experience as a specialty
retail store manager in relevant traffic, volume and unit
intensity required for managerial position. There is also an
opening for an Assistant Manager. Go to
childrensplace.com > Careers.
The Blue Fox Cafe requires a permanent, part-time Bus
Person. Day shifts only. Experience required. Very fast
paced. Apply in person with resume and references to 101919 Fort St., Victoria. Find out more at
victoria.craigslist.ca.
Zale Corporation is hiring a Jewellery Consultant in
Westshore Town Centre. High school education or higher.
Prior retail and sales experience are preferred, but not
required. Jewellery Consultants learn from the best by
undergoing a comprehensive new employee training program. Find the full job posting at eluta.ca.
Feedback? Send your comments to [email protected].
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