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Interior Park Warden
Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Division:
Ontario Parks - Algonquin Provincial Park
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary seasonal recurring contract for up to 22 weeks with the possibility of extension (season runs from end of April to mid-September).
Job Code:
41102 - Resource Technician 2
Salary:
$21.49 - $23.94 Per Hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Do you enjoy the outdoors and providing people with a safe environment? If so, consider this opportunity to join the Algonquin Park team working in one of Ontario's largest and premier provincial parks.
Algonquin Provincial Park is located in south-central Ontario and covers 7,630 square kilometres. It is about 300 km north of Toronto, Ontario and about 300 km west of Ottawa, Ontario. Popular activities at the park include dog sledding, fishing, canoe tripping and camping.
What can I expect to do in this role?
As a Park Warden at Algonquin Provincial Park you will carry out a variety of technical duties and program responsibilities including:
• perform park maintenance functions including developing, maintain and upgrading hiking trails and canoe routes and associated portages and campsites; cleaning campsites, erecting and replacing signage, disposing of garbage and clearing/removing brush and debris, etc.
• operating and maintaining light powered equipment
• facility sanitation and general park maintenance
• carrying out inventory work (GPS data collection) and maintenance of records
• developing and maintaining public relations by providing information/assistance and orientation to staff and park visitors
• conducting enforcement of park rules and regulations
• providing aid and emergency services to staff and park visitors
How do I qualify?
Mandatory requirements:
• You must have the ability to be designated as a Park Warden and meet ministry certification criteria and standards in the use of force.
• You must have a valid driver's license or equivalent to travel within the park.
• You must have the ability to obtain Standard First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• You must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Pleasure Craft Operator Certificate.
• You must possess and have the ability to maintain a valid Firearms Possession/Acquisition licence.
• You must have the ability to travel in fixed wing aircraft.
• You must have the ability to work in inclement weather.
• You must have the ability to work shifts, weekends and statutory holidays as per schedule.
Technical knowledge and experience:
• You are knowledgeable of and experience in resource management practices including bear management.
• You possess knowledge of and experience in building and utility maintenance.
• You are able to interpret, apply and enforce relevant acts, regulations and procedures.
• You have the ability to apply and interpret Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements to ensure a safe work environment.
Technical skills:
• You have the ability and experience in safe outdoor travel and navigation (handling boats/canoes).
• You possess the ability to handle firearms and bear management equipment.
• You demonstrate an ability to operate and maintain a variety of light powered equipment such as lawnmowers, chainsaws, boats and small hand tools.
• You have the ability to provide first response and search and rescue techniques.
Interpersonal and communication skills:
• You possess good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• You have the ability to work independently and follow and carry out instructions.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 22 weeks, Hwy 60 East Gate Complex, Whitney, North Region, General Screening Requirement
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
4.7
Category:
Lands and Resources
Posted on:
Monday, January 26, 2015
Note:
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a satisfactory criminal reference check prior to the commencement of employment.
- In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to provide a general or enhanced screening check. Please refer to the Additional Information / Address section above on this job advertisement to determine the screening check that is required for each position.
A general screening check includes a criminal record check and if applicable, fingerprint verification at your own expense. An enhanced screening check includes a criminal record check and if applicable, fingerprint verification at your own expense and permission for the Negotiations & Security Branch , Employee Relations Division to conduct any specific screening as indicated in the Additional Information / Address section above.
A record of a Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The screening check results will only be reviewed and evaluated by the Negotiations & Security Branch for the purpose of making a clearance decision. The details of an individual's screening check will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Screening check records will be maintained by the Negotiations & Security Branch and kept strictly confidential.
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 Monday, February 9, 2015 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.
All Ontario Public Service external job advertisements are posted in English and French. To confirm the language requirements of a job, check the "language of position" information at the top of each job ad. For all positions, candidates will be assessed in English, the business language of the Ontario Public Service. For English/French designated bilingual positions, candidates will also be assessed through French-language proficiency testing.
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.
