Natural Heritage Education Leader

Are you a self-motivated, organized individual that can lead a small group of park interpreters to deliver theme based programming and provide technical leadership and guidance? If so, please consider this opportunity at Voyageur Provincial Park.

What can I expect to do in this role?

As a Natural Heritage Education Leader you will:

• provide technical, operational, monitoring and group leadership duties
• lead student staff by assisting with hiring, target setting, training, assigning tasks and evaluating skills
• organize, schedule, deliver and evaluate a variety of cultural, recreational and natural environment programs to park visitors
• organize and prepare displays, pamphlets, general information and notices of program
• interpret, manage and inventory historical artifacts and buildings
• collect and organize statistics, prepare annual operating strategies and year end reports

How do I qualify?

Mandatory requirements:

• You must possess proficiency in English and oral French at the advanced level.
• You possess or have the ability to obtain a valid First Aid Certificate.
• You possess a valid class 'G' driver's license or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
• You can work shifts, weekend and statutory holidays as per schedule.
• You have the ability to work in inclement weather conditions and travel over various types of terrain.

Technical expertise:

• knowledge of resource management principles and techniques
• ability to interpret relevant acts, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
• understanding of park programs, services and operating regulations
• knowledge of natural sciences, ecosystems and culture
• possess an understanding of museum management and custodial responsibilities
• knowledge of Canadian pioneer history to provide historical interpretive information to staff and guests
• knowledge of camping and fishing skills to provide interpretive information to staff and guests

Interpersonal, organization and communication skills:

• leadership and supervisory skills to guide, direct and assist staff with park duties, presentations and to schedule staff
• demonstrated group leadership, organization and presentation skills
• strong customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
• ability to work independently, follow and carry out instructions

Computer skills:

• knowledge of and ability to use personal computers including word processing, record-keeping, internet and e-mail software and social media applications
• ability to operate and maintain audio-visual equipment and cameras

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, March 21, 2014 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.