Conservation Halton Trail Association Member

2 weeks ago

Milton, Canada Conservation Halton Full time

Conservation Halton was created to protect, restore and manage the natural resources in our watershed but we have grown to become so much more. Today, we protect our communities and conserve our natural environment through planning, education and recreation and to support our partners in the creation of sustainable communities within our watershed.

We are looking to build our team with the kind of inspired, ambitious, and strategic people that are not satisfied with the status quo, are excited by the opportunity in every challenge and are driven by meaningful, measurable results. If you are looking to join an environmentally focused and socially conscious community organization, then we are looking for you

Conservation Halton is proud to be recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers.

**Department**:Recreation Operations

**Type of Contract**:Volunteer

**Work Location**:Milton, ON L9E 0C6

**CH Site**:Any Conservation Halton Conservation Area

**Posting Start Date**:March 18, 2024

**Posting End Date**: April 21, 2024

**Your Opportunity**:
The Conservation Halton Trail Association (CHTA) is a volunteer group that will assist the Conservation Operations team with the ongoing management, maintenance, planning and construction of current and future trails across all of Conservation Halton’s parks and properties.

Conservation Halton is seeking passionate individuals that are experienced, dedicated, and want to play a role in positioning CH and our trails as one of (if not THE) premier trail destination within Ontario.

If selected, participants will be able to sign up for various opportunities which are shared via an Online Volunteer Portal by Conservation Halton staff. Opportunities will run on various schedules including weekends and evenings.

The primary responsibilities of this position include:

- Participation in trail workdays and build opportunities. Examples include: the construction of the connecting trails from Area 8 to Kelso, construction of new TTF Features on Kelso MTB trails, construction of detailed rock armouring and other infrastructure projects.
- Assistance with the planning and visioning of current and potential future trails, with a keen focus on CH’s ‘core’ user groups: Hikers, Mountain Bikers and Climbers
- Ongoing assistance in the maintenance and management of current CH trails, including assisting with corridor management, reclamation, vegetation management and trail closures.
- Work in accordance with the Conservation Halton’s Safety Policies & Procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all other related manuals

**Your Qualifications**:

- A strong interest in trail recreation, trail related planning and work.
- Active user of at least one of CH’s “core” user groups: Hiking, Biking and Climbing will be considered a strong asset
- Experience using typical trail building hand tools: Pulaskis, McLeods, Shovels, Rakes etc.
- Previous trail building, design and planning experience will be considered a strong asset
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
- Able to lift up to 40 pounds, stand, and walk for long periods of time
- Ability to travel to a site not serviced by public transportation

**Your Reward**:

- An opportunity to be involved in shaping the ongoing vision, planning and development of Conservation Halton’s trails.
- Ability to gain or develop professional skills related to trail work and conservation.
- Opportunity to connect and collaborate with other dedicated trail users and user groups.
- Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks.
- Discounts on Conservation Halton/Glen Eden services, food and merchandise.

**Our Core Values**:
**Diversity and Inclusion** - We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity.

**Learning and Innovation** - We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.

**Person-Centered Service** - We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.

**Collaboration** - We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.

**Sustainability** - We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.

**Integrity** - We make decisions with accountability, transparency and a strong sense of personal responsibility for our choices and actions.

**Resilience** - We are positive and proud of our ability to quickly and effectively respond to change.

**To Apply**:
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom

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