Learning and Education Leader

Do you have knowledge of the natural and cultural heritage of Ontario and experience training and presenting information?

If so, consider this unique and interesting new role within Ontario Parks as a Learning and Education Leader.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:

• assist with the planning, coordination and implementation of the Ontario Parks Learning and Education program
• provide leadership and training to staff and students
• carry out a variety of technical duties and program responsibilities for the Learning and Education program
• provide effective customer service to internal and external clients and park visitors

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
• You have the ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends and statutory holidays as required.
• You have the ability to work in inclement weather.
• You have the ability to travel extended distances by vehicle to support programming.

Natural resources knowledge:

• knowledge of the natural and cultural history of Ontario including resource protection principles and procedures as they apply to provincial parks, and the ability to identify and interpret natural and cultural features
• knowledge of standard ecological principles, theories and procedures
• knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply relevant acts, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines (e.g. Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act, Provincial Park Policies and Procedures)

Training and interpretive knowledge:

• knowledge of training delivery and interpretive principles, techniques, and common practices (including traditional and/or inquiry-based learning techniques)
• leadership skills to deliver training to Ontario Park staff and students

Communication and interpersonal skills:

• demonstrated communication and presentation skills to communicate to staff and a variety of park visitors, and to provide excellent customer service
• proven interpersonal communication skills and an ability to communicate effectively with the supervisor and report on work progress on a continual basis

Analytical and organizational skills:

• analytical skills to identify program trends, needs, gaps, and opportunities and give priority based on knowledge of subject matter
• organizational skills to support programming, organize own workload, ensure responsibilities are met, and to work independently
• ability to provide guidance and evaluations to staff

Computer proficiency:

• knowledge of computers and common office productivity applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, database, design/ presentation, e-mail and internet

OPS Commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti- racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

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 Wednesday, February 2, 2022 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.