Conservation Area Support Staff
Posting Date: January 30, 2023 Closing Date: February 28, 2023, or until filled
Job Status: Seasonal Employment Department: Conservation Areas & Parks
Rate of Pay: $17.50 Hours of Work: 40 Hours/Week
Posting No.: 044-23
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Position Summary:
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is seeking approximately seven (7) self-motivated individuals for the position of Conservation Area Support Staff. Reporting to the Conservation Area Supervisor, this position is responsible for carrying out the daily maintenance and operation program in the Conservation Area by performing a variety of required tasks.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge and experience in the use of all types of equipment required in the development, maintenance and operation of Conservation Areas
- Able to undertake and carry out a job with minimal supervision
- Knowledge and experience in basic vehicle and equipment maintenance required
- Cash handling experience an asset
- Basic computer skills an asset
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification an asset
- A valid police check and vulnerable sector check is required
- A valid driver’s license is required
Responsibilities:
- Provide quality customer service
- Perform a wide variety of maintenance tasks and repairs to Conservation Area facilities including sanitary duties such as cleaning washrooms and garbage collection, etc.
- Perform general maintenance on Conservation Area grounds including landscaping duties such as grass cutting, trimming of grass and foliage, etc.
- Perform routine maintenance of vehicles, machinery and equipment
- Open and close facilities as required
- Assist with registering guests, using the reservation system, proper collection of user fees occurring to the Conservation Area, and be accountable to the Area Supervisor for all such revenues
- Assist with the enforcement of all Conservation Area rules, regulations and any other policies or guidelines as set forth by the Authority
- Carry out all assigned duties in accordance with accepted safety practices
- Perform other duties as assigned
Location/Working Conditions:
- One of the following: Backus Heritage Conservation Area, Port Rowan, ON; or Deer Creek Conservation Area, Langton, ON; or Haldimand Conservation Area, Nanticoke, ON; or Norfolk Conservation Area, Simcoe, ON; or Waterford North Conservation Area, Waterford ON
- Varied shifts, must be available to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Extra hours may be required for special events or emergencies
- Outdoor work environments
Term of Employment:
- Starting Date: Between April 10, 2023 and May 1, 2023
- Approximate Ending Date: Between September 22, 2023 – October 20, 2023
- Must be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment
Benefits:
- Free access to LPRCA Conservation Areas
- Eligible to enroll in OMERS pension plan
Application Deadline: Tuesday, February 28, 2023, or until all positions are filled
To apply: Please send your cover letter and resume in a single PDF or MS Word document emailed to hr@lprca.on.ca (Subject: 044-23 Conservation Area Support Staff, preferred location name).
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Personal information collected will be used solely for applicant selection in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Long Point Region Conservation Authority is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon advance notice of specific accommodation requirements.
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