The County of St. Paul is looking to fill a vacancy for a two (2) person team as Park Caretakers at Lac Bellevue Municipal Park. This seasonal contract position reports to the Director of Community Services. Essential duties and responsibilities will include:
The following are required in this position:
o Ability to reside at the park during the camping season (May to September). Accommodations provided.
o Previous Park Caretaker experience, preferably within a Municipal setting.
o Knowledge and some experience with general grounds maintenance, cleanup, and light equipment operations.
o Ability to be respectful of the Public, resolve issues and conflict in an effective, inclusive, transparent, and calm manner.
o Ability to work independently and manage multiple, and sometimes conflicting priorities, while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
o Ensure that a positive attitude is maintainedin day-to-day work.
o Assist in the enforcement of the County Parks Bylaw and the Rules for Parks and Camping.
o Intermediate computer skills. The Caretakers may be required to assist campers with registrations and cancellations.
o Ability to adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety Legislation and the County’s work safety policies, procedures, and directives to ensure the protection of themselves, the public, property, and the environment.
The following are considered assets or preferences in this position:
o A valid Alberta Class 5 vehicle licence.
o Working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office and Windows.
o Light equipment operations and servicing experience.
o Grounds keeping and landscaping experience.
o Well developed interpersonal and communication skills.
The County of St. Paul No. 19 offers a competitive compensation contract. These are seasonal positions with a term commencing May 10 and terminating September 6, 2023. Living accommodations will be provided.
Lac Bellevue Municipal Park is located 27 km south of St. Paul on Twp Rd 562 west of Hwy 881
About the Campground: See the County’s Lac Bellevue
Campground webpage
https://www.county.stpaul.ab.ca/campgrounds/lac-bellevue-campground/
Interested applicants should send a resume with cover letter in confidence to: jobs@county.stpaul.ab.ca
Please indicate in the email subject line the job title. Application deadline is Friday, March 31, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.
Tim Mahdiuk, Director of Community Services
5015-49 Ave
St. Paul AB T0A 3A4
780-645-3301, ext. 1204
The County of St. Paul thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Competition shall remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.