Park Attendants (Students)
Department: Natural Resources & Renewables
Job Title: Park Attendants (Students)
Position Status: Student
Competition No: 39274
Location: HEAD OF JEDDORE
Apply By: 6/9/2023
About Us
Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Lands and Forestry 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.
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About Our Opportunity
As the Student Camping Park Attendant, you are responsible for assisting with the seasonal operation and maintenance of designated provincial camping parks.
Primary Accountabilities
Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and department policies and as an active participant in implementing the department Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Programs.
Qualifications and Experience
You are a student who is currently in high school (minimum grade 10) or a post-secondary education program and returning to school in the Fall or next applicable semester.
You must possess a Valid Driver’s License. The ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and to work independently is necessary for this role.
Experience in building and grounds maintenance; ride on mowers, push mowers, string trimmers and knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements.
Assets include customer service training/experience; good general knowledge of local history and points of interest; knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and experience with internet, email, and web-based applications.
Your resume and cover letter should clearly outline how you meet the stated qualifications and position requirements.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Working Conditions
70 hours bi-weekly; Duties often require working irregularly scheduled hours, weekends, evenings and holidays. Must be willing to attend department training in duties related to this position.
This position requires the ability to work as part of a team and performs strenuous manual tasks in an outdoor environment.
Additional Information
This has multiple Casual employment opportunities with an anticipated end date of Aug 26, 2023. Positions will be in Ports Lake, Martinique and Clam Harbour.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $14.90 - $28.12 Hourly
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates.
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For questions or concerns, please contact Competitions@novascotia.ca.
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