Trail Technician/by-law Officer - Algonquin Highlands, Canada - Corporation of the Township of Algonquin Highlands

Description

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP

OF ALGONQUIN HIGHLANDS

REQUIRES A TRAIL TECHNICIAN/BY-LAW OFFICER:

The Township of Algonquin Highlands with a permanent population of 2,500 and a
seasonal population exceeding 10,000 is known within Central Ontario as an area of
natural beauty where residents enjoy a rural lifestyle second to none.

the position of Trail Technician/By-Law Officer. Reporting to the Trails Coordinator, the
Trail Technician/By-Law Officer assists the Trails Division with the operation and
maintenance of the Haliburton Highlands Water Trails (Frost Centre and Poker Lakes
canoe route areas), hiking trails and the Frost Centre ski trails.

• Completion of a postsecondary program in a related field of study;
• Training as a municipal law enforcement officer or provincial offences officer;
• Valid Class 'G' Ontario Driver's License with a clean driver's abstract;
• Pleasure craft operator card and experience with operating a motorboat;
• Wilderness Advanced First Aid, or ability to obtain;
• Ontario Recreational Canoeing and Kayaking Association (ORCKA) Canoeing,

Bronze-Cross Swimming, ice safety/rescue, and Wilderness Survival

Certifications are assets, or ability to obtain;

• Chainsaw operators certification with a level of comfort & experience is a strong

asset as tree removal from trails and remote campsites is a regular function;

• Experience and comfort with operating a snowmobile in the backcountry and

while towing a groomer for ski trail grooming operations;

• Backcountry navigation and exploration in all seasons with skiing, snowshoeing,

map/compass/GPS, canoeing, hiking, and other outdoor experience;

• Comfortable working with computers, reservation software, Microsoft Office,

Salary Range:
$21.55 to $24.27 per hour

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is an equal opportunity employer committed to
inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We
will accommodate the needs of applicants under Accessibility for Ontarians with

Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process,
upon the request of the applicant. Please advise in advance if you require
accommodation.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act,
personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be


How to Apply:

We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Monday, February 27, 2023 to:
Dawn Mugford-Guay, Human Resources Coordinator
Township of Algonquin Highlands
1123 North Shore Road, Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, K0M 1J1


COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION FOLLOWS
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Township of Algonquin Highlands

Position:
Trail Technician/By-Law Officer


Department:
Parks, Recreation and Trails

Location:
Work will commence daily at 1095 North Shore Road

Reports to:
Trails Coordinator or designate


Purpose
The Algonquin Highlands Trails Division operates and maintains the Haliburton
Highlands Water Trails (Frost Centre and Poker Lakes canoe route areas), hiking trails
and the Frost Centre ski trails.


Responsibilities

• Providing highquality customer service by answering questions, delivering

information, and resolving visitor comments/complaints.

• Periodically supporting the Algonquin Highlands Trails Office operations by

reservations and providing equipment rental services.

• Ensuring quality cross country ski trail conditions by operating a snowmobile to

perform ski trail grooming.

• Supporting backcountry hiking and paddling opportunities by maintaining trails,

portages, and campsites.

• Performing hazardous tree removal by operating a chainsaw in remote,

backcountry settings.

• Supporting operations by collecting garbage, stocking brochures, and cleaning

outhouses at access points and trail heads.

• Perform the duties of a By-Law Officer by patrolling interior lakes and forest

access roads, checking campers for valid permits, ensuring compliance with

program by-laws, issuance of provincial offence notices, compilation of evidence,

note taking, preparing crown briefs and attendance in court if required.

• Operate, maintain and repair 1⁄2 ton 4×4 pickup trucks, motorized boats, canoes,

ATV's, snowmobiles as well as various hand tools and power tools.

• Other duties as assigned.

Hours of Work
to change, work on weekends and holidays is required as scheduled:

• January
• April 30: 24 hours per week, 8:30AM to 5:00PM Friday to Sunday,

with additional hours and on-call to facilitate ski trail grooming, training and busy

periods.

• May
• Dec 31: 40 hours per week, 8:30AM to 5:00PM, 5 days per week with

two days off.


Working Conditions

• Working as a team member or individually outdoors during all seasons and in

variable/adverse weather conditions and high biting insect populations.

• Periodically working indoors in an office setting.
• Physical labour, bending, crouching, walk