Attention Outdoor Enthusiasts!Are you looking for a great opportunity with the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks to engage with people and work with a dynamic and motivated team?
As the Assistant Park Superintendent, you will play a central role by assisting with day-to-day park operations including developing and administering provincial park and conservation reserve programs while protecting their natural, cultural, and recreational values.
The Ontario Parks' mission is to protect significant natural and cultural resources and maintain biodiversity in a system of provincial parks that is sustainable and provide opportunities for inspiration, enjoyment and discovery; now and for future generations.
Located approximately 40 minutes south of Red Lake,
Pakwash Provincial Park is a secluded and serene northern park that guarantees a sandy beach and shallow, warm waters ideal for swimming, fishing, and canoeing. The area serves as a gateway for northern canoe routes and fantastic walleye fishing.
About the job
In this role, you will:
• schedule work, set priorities and ensure work is completed in a safe manner
• ensure facilities and equipment are properly maintained
• supervise operations and programs in the park
• assist in the preparation of operational plans and reports
• prepare correspondence in response to public enquiry's and/or complaints
• organize and administer the park enforcement program
• explain park rules to park patrons and requesting compliance, issue warnings, intervene and carry out evictions
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements:
• You must have the ability to be designated as a Park Warden and meet the ministry certification criteria and standards in the use of force.
• You possess a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent as recognized by the province of Ontario to travel within and outside the park.
• You possess or have the ability to obtain a Small Drinking Water Systems Operator Certificate.
• You must have the ability to work shifts, weekends and holidays as per schedule.
Leadership skills and knowledge:
• proven leadership abilities to supervise and develop staff effectively
• knowledge of the principles and practices of managing emergency situations
• able to enforce various acts and regulations within the park, and to act as supervisor and/or duty officer
• knowledge and experience necessary to lead a team and to deal with difficult situations
Essential knowledge and skills:
• knowledge of resource management principles and techniques as they apply to provincial park operations to effectively operate the park within guidelines
• knowledge of procurement and accounting practices
• able to operate computers proficiently including common office productivity applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, databases, etc.
Technical knowledge:
• demonstrated experience using various equipment such as chainsaws, cutters, lawn mowers, ATVs, kayaks, outboard motors and boats etc.
• knowledge of general facility, grounds keeping, utility and equipment maintenance
• knowledge of capital development to understand site development and construction plans
• knowledge of small drinking water systems and water treatment facility maintenance
Communication and interpersonal skills:
• communication skills to effectively develop and manage relationships with staff, volunteers, visitors, service providers and other government agencies
• ability to prepare correspondence, incident reports, operating/emergency plans, etc.
• interpersonal and team building skills to provide leadership, monitor performance and promote excellence in customer service and team performance
Analytical and organizational skills:
• analytical skills and the ability to work independently and use good judgement to follow and carry out instructions, manage emergencies and identify/solve problems
• ability to apply and interpret the provisions of relevant government legislations, regulations and policies such as the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• organizational skills to prepare and maintain schedules, plan, organize and implement work/projects, and to manage competing demands
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
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