Regional Park Specialist

**Regional Park Specialist**:
KP3 Park Planner 3

Regular/full-time

Environment and Climate Change

Parks, Parks and Trails Division

Gimli MB

Advertisement Number: 44037

Salary(s): KP3 $77,563.00 - $96,438.00 per year

Closing Date: May 4, 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 12 months.

The Environment and Climate Change department is seeking a qualified individual to join the team of the integrated resource management professionals in Gimli, MB as a Regional Park Specialist. This position is an integral part of the management and operations of the provincial parks located in Manitoba’s Central Region. The Manitoba Government offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health care, a health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan.

Conditions of Employment:

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position including standing, bending and lifting periodically.
- Must be willing and able to travel with occasional overnight stays.

Qualifications:
Essential:

- Completion of a natural resources management, natural sciences, recreation or park management program or a closely related program with work experience in park management /operations, outdoor planning, land use or park planning. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may also be considered.
- Experience in the development and implementation of park programs and strategies.
- Project management experience.
- Experience in the management of natural and cultural resources.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiating skills with experience working with special interest groups and Indigenous communities.
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to give technical and public presentations.
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision.
- Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Desired:

- Experience in the development, delivery, and evaluation of interpretive and heritage resource programs.

**Duties**:
The Regional Park Specialist position is responsible for guiding long term development and resource management of provincial parks in their respective region through leading or participating in major planning projects, policy development, program evaluation, regulation review, stakeholder and First Nation liaison and project management related to park operations and new initiatives. This position is generally responsible for programs that span one or more park districts or the region and may be assigned specific projects related to new or unique initiatives in park development and resource management. This position acts as the liaison between Parks Branch and the region in the development and implementation of park programs, policies and strategies.
- Advertisement # 44037
- Talent Acquisition
- Human Resource Services
- 600-259 Portage Avenue
- Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
- Phone: 204-945-7518
- Fax: 204-945-0601

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