Park Attendant

**Competition #**: 45331
**Department**: Natural Resources
**Location**: BLOMIDON
**Type of Employment**: Seasonal
**Union Status**: NSGEU - NSPG
**Closing Date**: 05-Mar-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
Hiring Pool
This hiring pool will be used to fill potential seasonal, temporary and casual Park Attendant opportunities at Blomidon and Valleyview Provincial Parks. Please note our seasonal opportunities are of more than 4 months and less than 6 months with an anticipated season start date of May 2025 and a season end date of October 2025; however, the status of the opportunity is dependent on the start date of the successful applicant.
About Us
Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources - including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, mineral, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.
About Our Opportunity
As the Park Attendant, you are responsible for assisting with the seasonal operation and maintenance of parks. Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and department policies and is an active participant in implementing the department Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Programs.
Primary Accountabilities
Under the general direction of the Chief Park Caretaker, or designate, the Park Attendant is responsible for the seasonal operation and maintenance of designated provincial parks(s) including:
Infrastructure maintenance, vehicles, grounds and equipment;
Customer service and relations;
Monitoring park activities for regulation compliance;
Advising visitors of park regulations and reporting non-compliance to Conservation Officers;
Using the computer-based reservation and registration system;
Processing financial transactions, cash handling;
Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Workplace policies, Procedures and all Safe Work Practices at all times when on duty.
Qualifications and Experience
**This may be the right opportunity for you if you have**:
Grade 10 education.
Valid N.S. Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent.
Valid (Standard) First Aid certificate and WHMIS training.
Experience in general carpentry; building and grounds maintenance; general machine maintenance; use of tractors, ride on mowers, push mowers, string trimmers and hand and power tools.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and to work independently.
**Assets**:
Customer service training;
Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements;
Training, experience in or demonstrated ability for ensuring compliance of regulations in a public setting;
Good general knowledge of local history and points of interest;
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations;
Forest Safety Society certified for power saw and spacing saws.
Equivalency

**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.
Working Conditions
Duties often require working irregularly scheduled hours, weekends, evenings and holidays. Must be willing to attend department training in duties related to this position.
As part of a team, the Park Attendant is expected to work effectively with due regard to personal and co-worker safety and cooperation. Most tasks will be in an outdoor environment and may involve strenuous activities in varied weather conditions and extremes.
Employee walks for extended periods of time and distance over both even and uneven terrain while patrolling the park.
Must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs.
All personnel may be called upon for assistance in emergency situations.
Additional Information
**PLEASE NOTE**: This hiring pool will be used to fill potential seasonal, temporary and casual Park Attendant opportunities at Blomidon and Valleyview Provincial Parks. Note our seasonal opportunities are of more than 4 months and less than 6 months with an anticipated start date in May 2025 and a season end of October 2025; however, the status of the opportunity is dependent on the start date of the successful applicant.
Uniforms are mandatory and must be clean and worn neatly. Must supply your own CSA approved safety boots that are at least 6 inches high.
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