Assistant Park Superintendent

**Attention Outdoor Enthusiasts** Are you passionate about contributing to the protection of significant natural, cultural, and recreational environments, while providing ample opportunities for visitors to participate in recreational activities? If so, then look more closely at this exciting management opportunity with Ontario's provincial parks. As the Assistant Park Superintendent at Kakabeka Falls, you will play a central role by assisting with planning, developing and managing the park cluster while protecting their natural and recreational heritage. Ontario Parks offers a dynamic work environment and culture dedicated to respect, diversity and inclusion. We believe in investing in the growth and development of our staff. **About us**: The Ontario Parks' mission is to protect natural and cultural resources and provide opportunities for inspiration, enjoyment and education; now and for future generations. Ontario Parks is the largest provider of outdoor recreation experiences in Ontario, Canada. Our vision is to have an exceptional system of provincial parks that inspires people to discover, enjoy, value, and protect forever. With more than 314 provincial parks that cover an area of over 7.65 million hectares, we are dedicated to ensuring that our parks remain unique examples of Ontario's natural and cultural heritage. A majority of parks emphasize protection, but over 100 are operated to provide recreation, canoe tripping, hiking, nature viewing, camping, picnicking, swimming and more. Many of these parks also offer natural and cultural heritage education programs. **Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park** is located beside the village of Kakabeka, 30 km west of the City of Thunder Bay which boasts the 40 metre high Kakabeka Falls. This is the second highest waterfall in Ontario with year round access for viewing. Along with this, the park offers a number of facilities and activities to relax and rejuvenate More detailed information can be found on our website: ** Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park** **OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism**: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace. Visit the **OPS Anti-Racism Policy** and the **OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint** pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service. We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's **Human Rights Code**. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation. **What can I expect to do in this role?**: In this role, you will: - Provide leadership and supervision to a team within this cluster of parks as you deliver the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks's mandate of ecological sustainability. - Plan, coordinate, direct and evaluate park operations. - Plan, prepare and administer a program budget. - Provide leadership on human resources activities (e.g. selection, training and evaluation of staff, assigning work schedules, managing performance, etc.). - Provide leadership in the delivery of quality customer service to park guests. - Assist with the maintenance and operation of the drinking water and wastewater operations according to appropriate legislation, policies and procedures. The ** Ontario Public Service (OPS) Leadership Behaviours** defines what it means to be a leader by the following expected attributes and behavioural competencies: - We are** responsible** for being a leader by demonstrating authenticity, accountability and courage. - We are** innovative** for the future by embracing positive disruption, a future mindset and by developing each other, every day. - We are** collaborative** by leading with a common purpose, being inclusive and driving people centered outcomes. **How do I qualify?**: **Mandatory**: - You are able to be designated and perform the work as a Park Warden and can meet the Ministry's standards in the use of force training. - You must possess a valid class 'G' driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the province of Ontario. - You possess or have the ability to obtain an appropriate water treatment systems operator certificate. - You possess or have the ability to obtain a valid First Aid certificate. - You have the ability to work shifts, weekends and statutory holidays per schedule. **Leadership Skills**: - You demonstrate the ability to provide leadership, monitor performance and promote excellence in customer service and team performance. - You have proven experience in developing sound and innovative programs and in issues management. - You have been successful in promoting equitable practices that value diversity and inclusion into your work environment and that s