District Recreation Engagement Officer

at  Government of Alberta

JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 66258
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Hinton, Grande Prairie or Peace River
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary (3 years)
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: February 6, 2025
Classification: Natural Resources 6
Salary: $2,232.12 to 2,838.04 bi-weekly ($58,258 - $74,072/year)
We are responsible for growing our manufactured wood products and forestry sector, preserving and managing our public lands and provincial parks.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A related two-year diploma in outdoor recreation, land or resource management, forestry, enforcement, or comparable areas
• 3 years of related experience.
• Previous experience working in the outdoors, and comfortable working alone in remote areas.
• Valid Driver’s License (Class 5)
  Equivalencies will be considered on the basis of one year of experience for one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

With direction from the Recreation Operations Lead, develop a District-level education program and annual plan that supports Departmental outcomes for recreation while addressing local priorities and issues. You will:

• Recruit, train, and direct a seasonal wage compliment of Recreation Engagement Officers.
• Educate the public on responsible recreation stewardship and advise them on regulations, permitted activities, and restrictions.
• Deliver regulatory, wayfinding, and safety information to the public through regular public engagement.
• Direct public to further resources regarding availability of public land recreational opportunities and responsible recreational use of public land.
• Maintain a regular visible presence in the field at known recreation sites.
• Assist recreational planners by providing recreational user perspectives.
• Provide data and information that will help identify and prioritize trails and random use sites that require management or maintenance.
• Assist in the identification and relationship building of stakeholder groups interested in partnership and collaborative development and maintenance of recreational trails and infrastructure.
• Communicate GOA’s objectives with key stakeholders.
• Educate organized recreational users regarding required approvals for organized events on public land and direct them to appropriate resources and approval pathways.
• Attend and engage groups during organized events, such as races, poker rallies and club trail maintenance/clean-up days.
• Coordinate and facilitate clean up sites of recreational waste on public land

Working within the Recreation, Education & Partnerships Unit, and reporting to the Recreation Management Specialist, this position serves a key role as interface between the Department and the public. The District Recreation Engagement Officer, working with provincial education and engagement staff, will develop and deliver a District education and engagement program to provide information and assistance to the public regarding recreation and responsible use of Crown Land. They will recruit, train, equip, and direct seasonal staff for program delivery within the District.
The District Recreation Engagement Officer will work with minimal direct supervision, at times in remote locations and adverse weather conditions. This position will also conduct patrols of recreation sites, document observations, and collect relevant data. The position implements the Public Lands Administration Regulation through signs and notices, under direction of the Recreation Operations Lead. The position will conduct routine maintenance of recreation communication infrastructure, such as signs, maps, and kiosks.
The District Recreation Engagement Officer works as part of the District recreation program to develop and foster relationships with organized recreational stakeholder groups, provide advice and oversight, and support partnership initiatives such as projects and stewardship days. The position is a key liaison with enforcement agencies and other external stakeholders.

With direction from the Recreation Operations Lead, develop a District-level education program and annual plan that supports Departmental outcomes for recreation while addressing local priorities and issues. You will:

• Recruit, train, and direct a seasonal wage compliment of Recreation Engagement Officers.
• Educate the public on responsible recreation stewardship and advise them on regulations, permitted activities, and restrictions.
• Deliver regulatory, wayfinding, and safety information to the public through regular public engagement.
• Direct public to further resources regarding availability of public land recreational opportunities and responsible recreational use of public land.
• Maintain a regular visible presence in the field at known recreation sites.
• Assist recreational planners by providing recreational user perspectives.
• Provide data and information that will help identify and prioritize trails and random use sites that require management or maintenance.
• Assist in the identification and relationship building of stakeholder groups interested in partnership and collaborative development and maintenance of recreational trails and infrastructure.
• Communicate GOA’s objectives with key stakeholders.
• Educate organized recreational users regarding required approvals for organized events on public land and direct them to appropriate resources and approval pathways.
• Attend and engage groups during organized events, such as races, poker rallies and club trail maintenance/clean-up days.
• Coordinate and facilitate clean up sites of recreational waste on public land.

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