Park Attendant

KA2 Park Attendant

Departmental; Seasonal

19-24 weeks (May-October) depending on location

Department of Natural Resources and Northern Development

Manitoba Parks, Parks and Trails

Swan River MB

Advertisement Number: 40909

Salary(s): KA2 $1,342.40 - $1,504.00 bi-weekly

Closing Date: April 14, 2023

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 in the Mountain Park District and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Bunkhouse accommodations may be provided at some locations.

Manitoba Parks is seeking to hire five (5) Park Attendant 2 (KA2) positions in Wellman Lake, Blue Lakes and Whitefish Lake Provincial Campgrounds.

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefits package, which includes extended health care, group life insurance, family related leave, and a pension plan.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must be physically able to perform the duties assigned to the position which may include some moderate lifting, bending, walking, sitting and standing for long periods of time
• 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 possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license
• Must be able to work with paints, solvents and chemicals
• Must be able to wear personnel protective equipment as/when required

Qualifications:

Essential:

• 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
• Ability to work independently and effectively under minimal supervision

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) or other comparable office suite
• Experience performing janitorial duties and grounds maintenance
• Knowledge of Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulations

Duties:
The incumbent is responsible for participating in the delivery of the camping program at the Blue lakes, Wellman Lake and Whitefish Lake Provincial Campgrounds and occasionally other Provincial Parks within the Region. This position provides front line services for park visitors, is responsible for registering campers and sale of park entry permits using the Parks Reservation Service, including handling cash and debit/credit card payments. Park Attendants regularly provide park visitors and campers with information related to park activities, facilities and rules. Excellent communication skills in order to deal effectively 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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