Overview
Manitoba Parks is looking for energetic, creative individuals to fill seasonal Park Interpreter positions for the summer season in Grand Beach, Hecla/Grindstone and Whiteshell provincial parks.
Bunkhouse accommodations may be available in some locations.
Duties: The incumbent is responsible to provide guided experiences to inspire stewardship of our park system’s natural features, culture, and history. Under the direction of the senior interpreter, the Park Interpreter KA2 is responsible for planning and delivering programs including guided trail walks and illustrated talks, roving trailheads and recreation areas, school group tours and operating visitor centres.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
-Experience working with the public in a park, museum, retail or other customer service role.
-Strong verbal communication skills including experience speaking to groups.
-Effective written communication skills.
-Effective organizational and time management skills.
Desired Qualifications:
-Experience developing and delivering interpretive programs at a natural, cultural or historical site, such as a park or museum.
-Knowledge of natural, cultural and historical features in Manitoba's provincial parks.
-Knowledge of rules and regulations related to Manitoba provincial parks.
-Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in French is an asset
Conditions of Employment:
-Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
-Possess and maintain a current and valid Manitoba Class 5 Intermediate (5I) or Full Stage (5F) Driver's license.
-Must be willing and physically able to perform the duties of the position including working in various types of outdoor conditions, walking on uneven terrain on hiking trails, and lifting and moving various items.
-Must be willing and able to work weekends, evenings, statutory holidays and shift work.
Successful candidates will be required to attend provincial training annually.
Work schedule is a five-day workweek that includes Saturdays and Sundays for public programming and visitor centre operation, with regular days off mid-week. Some evening shifts are required.
Company Information
HOW TO APPLY: To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form with a cover letter and resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You may be asked to submit references or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.
**Download the application form here: https://www.gov.mb.ca/govjobs/doc/Screening_Application_Form/applicatio…
Your application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. When applying, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and body of your email. Submit your application to:
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Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518, Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: [email protected]
We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.