Park District Manager

RO4 Resource Officer 4

Regular/full-time

Environment and Climate Change

Parks and Trails

Thompson MB

Advertisement Number: 44794

Salary(s): RO4 $76, $94,038.00 per year Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable.

Closing Date: January 4, 2026

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.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Environment and Climate Change's role and mission is to sustainably manage and protect the province's environment and rich biodiversity of natural resources such as water, wildlife and forests by working cooperatively with the public, Indigenous communities, and other agencies, governments and stakeholders to strike a balance between protecting the integrity of the environment and meeting the social and economic needs of Manitobans.

Candidates are required to submit the Application Screening Form (Word or fillable PDF only) and a Resume.

Click here to access the application form.

Duties:

This position is responsible for the delivery and administration of park operations,as well as the maintenance and development of facilities in Paint Lake and Pisew Falls Provincial Park, and two other small provincial parks located in the Northern Park Region The responsibilities include management of campground operations, cottaging programs, commercial operations, beaches, trails, wastewater systems, drinking water and solid waste infrastructure. The Parks District Manager also manages buildings, roads, day/group use areas and maintenance facilities. This position is located in the area of Thompson, MB, outside the city, which is about 760 km north of Winnipeg. The incumbant is required to travel frequently to the surrounding parks outside of Thompson that may require overnight stays periodically.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Degree or Diploma in Municipal Management, Public Service Administration, Business, Project Management, Recreation, Parks, Environmental Sciences/Studies or Resource Management. An equivalent combination of relevant education, training and experience may also be considered.
• Demonstrated experience in overseeing a substantial park operation or managing a complex multifaceted program.
• Experience in human resource management including; supervision, providing direction, recruitment and selection, performance management and training and development.
• Budgetary and financial management experience.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work cooperatively with staff, other government agencies, non-government agencies and the public.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office or similar applications.

Desired:

• Experience in project management as it applies to park/municipal infrastructure e.g. building construction, roads, potable water systems, sewage treatment systems and recreational areas.

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 assigned to the position such as working in adverse weather conditions and in rough terrain.
• Must be willing and able to travel with occasional overnight accommodations.

Advertisement # 44794

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To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form with a resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under "Apply to" 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 are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit references or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

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Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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