Camp Ranger – Woodland Trails Camp (Newmarket, Arora, Stouville area)

Want to change the world? At Scouts Canada, our Vision is “Canadian youth making a meaningful contribution to creating a better world.” We need passionate people who share our Mission to develop well-rounded youth better prepared for success in the world.

For more than 100 years, Scouts Canada has brought a world of adventure, outdoor experience, friendship and fun to 17 million Canadian youth. We have reinvigorated our program to meet the changing demands of youth and are searching for a recent graduate who is looking to begin an exciting career in the Non-Profit sector to help us develop well-rounded youth better prepared for success in the world.

Camp Ranger will work in partnership with the Camp Warden. The Ranger will be responsible for ensuring the health and safety of the camp environment which welcomes Scouts. The ranger’s role will be to ensure our members and customers are welcomed to this wilderness playground. Do you think you have what it takes to become our next Camp Ranger at Camp Woodland Trails? If you answered yes, we want to hear from you!

General Responsibilities

Working in collaboration with the Warden to:

• Maintain in good working order and to required safety standards all camp property and fixtures
• Maintain the grounds in a safe manner, including required grass-cutting and snow removal
• Maintain all camp facilities in a clean, hygienic condition meeting all health regulations
• Ensures camp is secure and responds to any security concerns as required
• Maintain camp tools and equipment in good working condition using applicable safety equipment
• Maintain camp vehicles and watercraft in good working condition meeting current safety standards
• Maintain all program material in safe and good working order
• Ensure proper disposal of all waste materials following all applicable laws and regulations
• Assist with construction and camp maintenance projects as directed

Support Camp Administration:

• Supervision of arrivals and departures of facility user groups
• Maintain open communications between Maintenance and Office Staff including Property Manager
• Support positive relationships with facility neighbors and the local community
• Where possible promote and encourage service projects by Scouting Groups
• Promote facility usage and a positive image of Scouts Canada and Woodland Trails Camp
• Provide exceptional customer service to all facility users, ensuring a positive camping experience

Proven success in the following job competencies:

• Demonstrates ability to build strong relationships with all levels of staff, volunteers, guests and community members
• Reliable, punctual and dependable with a proven ability to work independently as well as to perform effectively in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Solid project management skills and ability to coordinate, plan and schedule multiple projects at the same time
• Exceptional organizational skills and time management to prioritize activities and allocate resources effectively

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Minimum 2 years of related experience
• Broad general knowledge of building and equipment maintenance
• Current knowledge of processes to provide janitorial and custodian service
• General working knowledge of administrative procedures
• Understanding of applicable fire safety, environmental, health and safety code
• Must role model values of Scouts Canada, including the Child and Youth Safety program
• Clean PRC (Police Record Check) and VSS (Vulnerable Sector Check) required
• Valid G class license in Ontario and Standard First Aid with CPR

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to environmental conditions (rain, snow, heat and cold)
• Most work outside year-round
• Regular exposure to hazardous materials (paint, cleaning chemicals, fuel products, etc)

We’ve got you covered:

If this role excites you, we want to hear from you! Please take the time to tell us about yourself in a cover letter — we want to hear your story — your background, your accomplishments, and why this role is a good fit with your future career aspirations. We want to learn about you!

Please submit your application by clicking here by December 15, 2022.

Salary depends on skills and experience. Starting salary is $49, 858.40

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We will be reviewing resumes as they are submitted.

Scouts Canada is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace and in our recruitment processes. We encourage applications from members of all racialized groups, gender identities and sexual orientations, Indigenous persons and, persons with disabilities.

Accessibility and Accommodation: Scouts Canada is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. Accommodation requests should be made in advance to HR at humanresources@scouts.ca Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.