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Senior Park Operations Technician - Ontario Parks
Job ID:
241440
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks
Division:
Northwest Parks Zone
City:
Sioux Lookout
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary contracts (1 seasonal, temporary contract/assignment for up to 6 months)
Job code:
41104 - Resource Technician 3
Salary:
$27.49 - $30.60 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Do you have the skills, knowledge and desire to be involved in the strategic and operational aspects of a provincial park, natural resource protection and obtaining leadership experience? If so, consider these opportunities:
1 contract (up to 6 months): Ojibway Provincial Park, located approximately 1 hour from Dryden, in Northwestern Ontario.
About the job
In this role, you will:
oversee park operations under the direction of the Park Superintendent and Assistant Park Superintendent and provide leadership and training to staff in the area of park enforcement, maintenance, sanitation and customer service.
assist in the preparation, review and updating of various park plans
meet with park visitors, contractors, and business operators, as required by program area responsibilities
explain park rules to park patrons and requesting compliance, issue warnings, intervene and carry out evictions
schedule work, set priorities, and ensure work is completed in a safe manner
operate and maintain the park water treatment plant
procure goods for the maintenance program
operate a variety of equipment such as tractors, chainsaws, landscaping equipment and tools.
Limited, temporary staff housing may be available
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements:
You possess a valid class 'G' driver's licence, or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
You are able to be designated as a Park Warden and complete Ministry certification criteria and standards in Use of Force.
You have the ability to operate/navigate a variety of small vessels
You possess or have the ability to obtain a Federal Fisheries Designation.
You possess or have the ability to obtain a valid First Aid Certificate.
You can work shifts, weekends and statutory holidays as per schedule.
Technical knowledge and skills:
You have:
working knowledge of services and operating regulations to perform all regulatory inspections and assessments, assist with overall park maintenance operations.
demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply park policies, procedures, directives and operating standards to deliver efficient and effective park operations
demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement and applicable Provincial and Federal legislation
knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
knowledge of general facility, grounds keeping, utility and equipment maintenance
demonstrated experience using various equipment such as chainsaws, cutters, and lawn mowers, etc.
knowledge of small drinking water systems and water treatment facility maintenance
Leadership skills:
proven interpersonal and team leadership skills to work collaboratively with others, lead teams, train and supervise staff and promote customer service
demonstrated relationship building skills to foster and maintain relationships
able to enforce various acts and regulations within the park, and to act as supervisor and/or duty officer
Administrative skills and knowledge:
knowledge of general purchasing practices in order to ensure accurate expenditure and monitoring and reporting.
organizational, planning and coordinating skills to conduct or assist group leader/superintendent in ordering and maintaining inventory, arranging and preparing seasonal training, and maintenance of equipment
Interpersonal and communication skills:
communication skills to handle and address situations relating to enforcement and emergency situations and visitor complaints
interpersonal skills to provide advice and recommendations to staff and colleagues as well as park visitors regarding maintenance and enforcement issues/situations
ability to prepare correspondence, incident reports, operating/emergency plans, etc.
Analytical and problem-solving skills:
ability to solve problems, implement resolutions and effectively enforce park rules and deal with difficult and emergency situations
possess well developed coordination and organizational skills to schedule staff work hours, deal with competing demands and work on multiple projects
Essential knowledge:
demonstrated proficiency with common office productivity software such as, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email, etc.
knowledge of procurement and accounting practices
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, ****** orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
accessibility
Anti-Racism Policy
Additional information:
Apply by:
Thursday, March 12, 2026 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 6 months, Ojibway Provincial Park, 4484 Hwy 72, Sioux Lookout, North Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Fingerprint Based)
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Schedule 4.7
Category:
Parks
Posted on:
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Note:
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a satisfactory criminal reference check prior to the commencement of employment.
About security checks:
A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.
How to apply:
You must apply online.
Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
Strengthening Ontario, together
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Apply By: Thursday, March 12, 2026 11:59 pm EDT
Senior Park Operations Technician - Ontario Parks
Job ID:
241440
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks
Division:
Northwest Parks Zone
City:
Sioux Lookout
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary contracts (1 seasonal, temporary contract/assignment for up to 6 months)
Job code:
41104 - Resource Technician 3
Salary:
$27.49 - $30.60 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Do you have the skills, knowledge and desire to be involved in the strategic and operational aspects of a provincial park, natural resource protection and obtaining leadership experience? If so, consider these opportunities:
1 contract (up to 6 months): Ojibway Provincial Park, located approximately 1 hour from Dryden, in Northwestern Ontario.
About the job
In this role, you will:
oversee park operations under the direction of the Park Superintendent and Assistant Park Superintendent and provide leadership and training to staff in the area of park enforcement, maintenance, sanitation and customer service.
assist in the preparation, review and updating of various park plans
meet with park visitors, contractors, and business operators, as required by program area responsibilities
explain park rules to park patrons and requesting compliance, issue warnings, intervene and carry out evictions
schedule work, set priorities, and ensure work is completed in a safe manner
operate and maintain the park water treatment plant
procure goods for the maintenance program
operate a variety of equipment such as tractors, chainsaws, landscaping equipment and tools.
Limited, temporary staff housing may be available
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements:
You possess a valid class 'G' driver's licence, or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
You are able to be designated as a Park Warden and complete Ministry certification criteria and standards in Use of Force.
You have the ability to operate/navigate a variety of small vessels
You possess or have the ability to obtain a Federal Fisheries Designation.
You possess or have the ability to obtain a valid First Aid Certificate.
You can work shifts, weekends and statutory holidays as per schedule.
Technical knowledge and skills:
You have:
working knowledge of services and operating regulations to perform all regulatory inspections and assessments, assist with overall park maintenance operations.
demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply park policies, procedures, directives and operating standards to deliver efficient and effective park operations
demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement and applicable Provincial and Federal legislation
knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
knowledge of general facility, grounds keeping, utility and equipment maintenance
demonstrated experience using various equipment such as chainsaws, cutters, and lawn mowers, etc.
knowledge of small drinking water systems and water treatment facility maintenance
Leadership skills:
proven interpersonal and team leadership skills to work collaboratively with others, lead teams, train and supervise staff and promote customer service
demonstrated relationship building skills to foster and maintain relationships
able to enforce various acts and regulations within the park, and to act as supervisor and/or duty officer
Administrative skills and knowledge:
knowledge of general purchasing practices in order to ensure accurate expenditure and monitoring and reporting.
organizational, planning and coordinating skills to conduct or assist group leader/superintendent in ordering and maintaining inventory, arranging and preparing seasonal training, and maintenance of equipment
Interpersonal and communication skills:
communication skills to handle and address situations relating to enforcement and emergency situations and visitor complaints
interpersonal skills to provide advice and recommendations to staff and colleagues as well as park visitors regarding maintenance and enforcement issues/situations
ability to prepare correspondence, incident reports, operating/emergency plans, etc.
Analytical and problem-solving skills:
ability to solve problems, implement resolutions and effectively enforce park rules and deal with difficult and emergency situations
possess well developed coordination and organizational skills to schedule staff work hours, deal with competing demands and work on multiple projects
Essential knowledge:
demonstrated proficiency with common office productivity software such as, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email, etc.
knowledge of procurement and accounting practices
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, ****** orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
accessibility
Anti-Racism Policy
Additional information:
Apply by:
Thursday, March 12, 2026 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 6 months, Ojibway Provincial Park, 4484 Hwy 72, Sioux Lookout, North Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Fingerprint Based)
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Schedule 4.7
Category:
Parks
Posted on:
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Note:
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a satisfactory criminal reference check prior to the commencement of employment.
About security checks:
A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.
How to apply:
You must apply online.
Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
Strengthening Ontario, together
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Park Operations Technician - Ontario Parks position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Sioux Lookout offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
