Park District Manager

at  Manitoba Government

PARK DISTRICT MANAGER

RO4 Resource Officer 4
Regular/full-time
Environment and Climate Change
Parks and Trails
Lac du Bonnet MB
Advertisement Number: 43718
Salary(s): RO4 $74,713.00 - $91,305.00 per year
Closing Date: February 9, 2025
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 for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.
Environment and Climate Change’s role and mission is to sustainably manage and protect the province’s environment and rich biodiversity of natural resources such as water, wildlife and forests by working cooperatively with the public, Indigenous communities, and other agencies, governments and stakeholders to strike a balance between protecting the integrity of the environment and meeting the social and economic needs of Manitobans.
To be considered for this competition, candidates are required to submit an Application Screening Form along with their resume, to the Public Service Commission by email (govjobs@gov.mb.ca), quoting advertisement number and the position title in the subject line.
Click here to access the Application Screening Form.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must possess and maintain a valid Full Stage Manitoba Class 5 Drivers Licence.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties assigned to the position such as working in adverse weather conditions and in rough terrain.
• Must be willing and able to travel with occasional overnight accommodations.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Degree or Diploma in Municipal Management, Public Service Administration, Business, Project Management, Recreation, Parks, Environmental Sciences/Studies or Resource Management. An equivalent combination of relevant education, training and experience may also be considered.
• Demonstrated experience in overseeing a substantial park operation or managing a complex multifaceted program.
• Experience in human resource management including; supervision, providing direction, recruitment and selection, performance management and training and development.
• Budgetary and financial management experience.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work cooperatively with staff, other government agencies, non-government agencies and the public.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office or similar applications.
• Experience in project management as it applies to park/municipal infrastructure e.g. building construction, roads, potable water systems, sewage treatment systems and recreational areas.

Duties:
This position is responsible for the delivery and administration of park operations, as well as the maintenance and development of facilities in Nopiming Provincial Park and a number of smaller provincial parks located with in the Lac du Bonnet Park District. The responsibilities include management of campground operations, cottaging programs, commercial operations, beaches, trails, wastewater systems, drinking water and solid waste infrastructure. The Parks District Manager also manages buildings, roads, day/group use areas and maintenance facilities.

Please refer the Job description for details