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PARK OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN
Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources
Division:
Killbear Provincial Park
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary recurring contract from April 6, 2009 for up to 42 weeks.
Job code:
41104 - Resource Technician 3
Salary:
$22.91 - $25.50 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
World-renowned for its gleaming white sand beaches, windswept trees, and sparkling waters, Killbear Provincial Park's breathtaking natural beauty draws outdoor enthusiasts in droves. Killbear is located on Georgian Bay and is easily accessed by Hwy 69 and Hwy 400 heading north from Parry Sound. There are over 880 campsites spread among 7 unique campgrounds with full facilities.
About the job
As a member of the Killbear Provincial Park team, a responsible individual with good judgement is required to assist in planning, organizing and delivering the camper reservation system, fleet management, staff house operations, enforcement and operational programs. You will provide effective group leadership for the technical, operational and monitoring duties for successful day-to-day operation of the park.
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
knowledge of resource management practices, park management, law enforcement and applicable legislation such as the Crown Forest Sustainability Act, Fisheries Act, Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserve Act, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act and Liquor Licence Act in order to lay charges, process tickets, conduct search and seizure, and deal with uncooperative or aggressive park users; knowledge of general building and utility maintenance, including the ability to maintain a variety of office and light powered equipment such as photocopier, lawnmowers, chainsaws, boats and small hand tools; demonstrated analytical, organizational and arithmetic skills; group leadership, interpersonal and communication skills; computer proficiency including ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, record-keeping, electronic mail, database and internet software applications; knowledge of worker responsibilities as outlined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act; valid driver's licence; possession of or ability to obtain valid Emergency First Aid Certificate, Limited Subsystem Water Certificate, Chainsaw Operator Certificate/Licence and Marine Emergency Duties (MED) A3 Operator's certificate; ability to be designated as a Park Warden and meet the ministry certification criteria and standards in the Use of Force.
We encourage all applicants to apply online. Please visit our website at http://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca or click on the link below.
Apply by:
Friday, March 20, 2009 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
- 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 9 months, 35 Killbear Park Rd, Nobel, North Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Category:
Lands and Resources
Posted on:
Friday, March 6, 2009
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
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