Assistant Park Superintendent - Wawa, Canada - Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

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Wawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Attention Outdoor Enthusiasts
Are you passionate about contributing to the protection of significant natural, cultural, and recreational environments, while providing ample opportunities for visitors to participate in recreational activities? Are you a strong leader with exceptional organization skills who values open communication and building a strong and cohesive team?

If so, then look more closely at this management opportunity with Ontario's provincial parks at Lake Superior Provincial Park. This beautiful park boasts superior scenery, world class hiking and paddling opportunities, trout fishing and diverse camping sites.

As the Assistant Park Superintendent, you will play a central role by assisting with planning, developing and managing the park while protecting it's natural and cultural heritage.

About us:

The Ontario Parks' mission is to protect natural and cultural resources and provide opportunities for inspiration, enjoyment and education; now and for future generations.

The

Ontario Public Service (OPS) Leadership Behaviours defines what it means to be a leader by the following expected attributes and behavioural competencies:

We are
responsible for being a leader by demonstrating authenticity, accountability and courage.
We are
innovative for the future by embracing positive disruption, a future mindset and by developing each other, every day.
We are
collaborative by leading with a common purpose, being inclusive and driving people centered outcomes.

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.

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 "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?: In this role, you will:

Provide leadership and supervision to a team within the park as you deliver the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks's mandate of ecological sustainability.
Plan, coordinate, direct and evaluate park operations.
Plan, prepare and administer a program budget.
Provide leadership on human resources activities (e.g. selection, training and evaluation of staff, assigning work schedules, managing performance, etc.).
Provide leadership in the delivery of quality customer service to park guests.
Assist with the maintenance and operation of the drinking water and wastewater operations according to appropriate legislation, policies and procedures.

How do I qualify?:

Mandatory:

You are able to be designated and perform the work as a Park Warden and can meet the Ministry's standards in the use of force training.
You must possess a valid class 'G' driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the province of Ontario.
You possess or have the ability to obtain an appropriate water treatment systems operator certificate.
You possess or have the ability to obtain a valid First Aid certificate.
You have the ability to work shifts, weekends and statutory holidays per schedule.

Leadership Skills:

You demonstrate the ability to provide leadership, monitor performance and promote excellence in customer service and team performance.
You have proven experience in developing sound and innovative programs and in issues management.
You have been successful in promoting equitable practices that value diversity and inclusion into your work environment and that support employee engagement.
You have experience motivating and inspiring staff to achieve results in a rapidly changing environment.

Program Management and Coordination Skills:

You have a good understanding of accounting, revenue practices, expenditure control, managing budgets and supply and contract management.
You possess analytical skills and the ability to work independently and use good judgment.
You are able to set priorities, meet tight deadlines, work under pressure and maintain a high level of accuracy.
You have organizational skills to prepare schedules, organize and implement work and special projects.

Communication, Relationship Management and Interpersonal Skills:

You have strong communication skills to provide advice and recommendations to senior managers and staff.
You have the ability to prepare correspondence and develop/maintain operating and emergency plans.
You possess relationship building skills to foster and manage relationships with staff, volunteers, visitors, service provi