Park Attendant

KA3 Park Attendant 3

Departmental; Seasonal

May to September 20 weeks

Environment and Climate Change

Parks - Western Region, Parks & Trails

Turtle Mountain MB

Advertisement Number: 42590

Salary(s):   KA3 $1,537.60 - $1,782.40 bi-weekly

Closing Date:   April 15, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created to fill similar positions within the Turtle Mountain Park District and will remain in effect for 6 months.  

Manitoba Parks and Trails,  Department of Environment and Climate Change are seeking a qualified individual to fill one (1) seasonal Park Attendant 3 position in Turtle Mountain Provincial Park.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence
• Must be ready, willing and able to work evenings, weekends, statutory holidays as well as travel and work in other outlying areas within the Region.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties assigned to the position which may include some moderate lifting, bending, reaching and standing for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work with paints, solvents and chemicals.
• Must be able to wear personnel protective equipment as/when required.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience supervising staff including scheduling, training and performance management.
• Experience providing customer service and/or working in the hospitality industry.
• Experience handling cash, debit and credit card payments, balancing cash outs and making deposits.
• Strong interpersonal skills for developing and maintaining positive working relationships with the public and staff, including handling stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively under minimal supervision.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to complete and maintain accurate records and reports in a time sensitive environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) or other comparable office suite.

Desired:

• Experience performing janitorial duties and grounds maintenance. 
• Knowledge of Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulations.

Duties:
Under the direction of the Park District Manager (PDM) the incumbent is responsible for the delivery of the camping program offered through campground office at Turtle Mountain and William Lake Provincial Parks and occasionally other Provincial Parks within the Region. The incumbent will be involved in the recruitment, supervision and training of staff, permit and financial control, providing hospitality services and some janitorial and general maintenance duties. Excellent communication skills in order to deal with staff, stakeholders, user groups and the general public are critical elements of this position. 

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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