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PARK SUPERINTENDENT
Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources
Division:
Ontario Parks - MacGregor Point Provincial Park
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Code:
PRP19 - Resources Planning & Mgt PM-19
Salary:
$69,399.00 - $88,946.00 Per Year
Ontario's provincial parks provide visitors with unforgettable destinations for nature-based outdoor recreation, as well as other natural and cultural heritage appreciations.
MacGregor Point Provincial Park is a natural wonder located along the Lake Huron shoreline just south of Port Elgin. The park consists of wetlands, former beach ridges, sand dunes and forest communities. It is a major stopover for over 105 migratory birds, nesting warblers and songbirds. The park is provides visitors will year round recreational activities including camping, hiking, cycling, canoeing and cross-country skiing.
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this unique and challenging role, you will:
• plan, control and direct the management of MacGregor Point, Sauble Falls, Inverhuron and 11 other non-operational provincial parks
• provide ecosystem protection and management for the region
• plan, prepare and administer the park budget
• plan, coordinate, direct and evaluate park operations and park infrastructure
• provide leadership on human resources activities (eg. selection, training and evaluation of staff, assigning work schedules, managing performance, etc.)
• provide leadership in the deliver of quality customer service to park guests
• develop marketing and promotional partnerships with local interest groups and stakeholders
• manage local issues regarding land use planning, access, tourism and public safety
• plan, coordinate and evaluate the park's enforcement operations
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
Knowledge of park management, operations and maintenance:
• you have knowledge of resource management principles related to park management, operations and planning
• you have knowledge of marketing principles and strategies in order to promote park usage and merchandise
• you have knowledge of general building and utility maintenance and related skilled trades and equipment to supervise on-site construction projects
Other important skills:
• the ability to interpret and apply related policies, procedures, acts, regulations and legislation in the areas of environmental protection, staff supervision, financial administration, park enforcement and health and safety
• you have leadership skills to supervise and develop staff and plan and deliver a regional ecosystem management program
• you have oral/written communication, interpersonal, negotiation and facilitation skills to liaise with various stakeholders, agencies and interest group as well as the public, media and other park staff
• proficient with a variety of computer software applications (eg. word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail, internet, etc.)
Mandatory Requirements:
• you have the ability to be designated as a Park Warden and meet ministry certification criteria and standards in Use of Force
• hold a valid Ontario “G” drivers licence or equivalent as recognized by the province of Ontario
• you are able to work shifts, weekends and holidays
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Permanent, 1593 Bruce Rd. # 33, Port Elgin, West Region
Compensation Group:
Management Compensation Plan
Schedule:
6
Category:
Management and General
Posted on:
Monday, July 25, 2011
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Remember: The deadline to apply is Tuesday, August 9, 2011 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
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Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario sont affichées en anglais et en français. Pour connaître les exigences linguistiques, vérifiez les renseignements sur la « langue du poste » figurant dans le haut de chaque offre d'emploi. Pour tous les postes, l'évaluation des candidates et candidats se fera en anglais, la langue usuelle de la fonction publique de l'Ontario. En ce qui concerne les postes désignés bilingues, la maîtrise du français des candidates et candidats sera également évaluée.
