(6) Park Guardian – Backcountry/Campground Seasonal Contract/Post Secondary

Wikwemikong Development Commission; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the Park Guardian positions, responsible for maintaining the beautiful Point Grondine Park. This role involves engaging with visitors, ensuring their safety, and performing essential maintenance tasks in a stunning outdoor setting. Ideal candidates will enjoy working in nature, possess a valid driver’s license, and be willing to camp in remote areas. This seasonal position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the park's upkeep while gaining valuable experience in the field of Parks and Recreation. If you're passionate about the outdoors and customer service, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Housing provided

Training provided for First Aid CPR/AED

Work outdoors

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent required; experience in outdoor maintenance preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and chainsaw safety certificate considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain park facilities, including trails and campsites, ensuring visitor safety.
• Assist with visitor orientations and inquiries, providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Outdoor Work

Record Keeping

Safety Compliance

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Post Secondary in Parks and Recreation

Tools

Chainsaw

First Aid CPR/AED

Job description

Enaadmaagehjik is seeking six highly motivated individuals to fill the Park Guardian positions for our backcountry and campground operations. The Park Guardian will be responsible for a variety of technical duties, program responsibilities associated with visitor experience, registration, orientation, security, and general maintenance at the Point Grondine Park. The Park Guardians will be under the direct supervision of the Feild Supervisor. Housing provided in Killarney for the work schedule.
DUTIES:
• Responsible for general park maintenance functions carrying out routine backcountry
maintenance duties. (develop, maintain, and upgrade portages, hiking trails and campsites)
• To maintain campground sites, privies, lakefront recreational area and eco cabin housekeeping.
• Assist with visitor orientations, guest inquiries and to maintain a professional image as
representative of the Point Grondine Park.
• To monitor, document and inform management of trespassing violations within the Park
boundaries.
• Carrying out inventory work and maintaining detailed records for assigned areas
• Working in compliance with the Occupation Health and Safety Act and its Regulations and any
workplace practices as directed by the employer
• Advising workers of actual and potential dangers in the workplace and the required precautions
and taking corrective action to ensure public safety and security.
• General maintenance duties at the Point Grondine Transfer station
• Deliver superior customer service.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Grade 12 or equivalent and or combination of work-related experience.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time, including camping in remote locations to
conduct maintenance on portages, trails and campsites.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Post Secondary students enrolled in Parks and Recreation, Fish and wildlife and Hospitality and
tourism are encouraged to apply.
• Registered First Nations members are encouraged to apply.
• Valid chainsaw safety certificate and First Aid CPR/AED considered an asset, but employer will
train.
• Ability to organize and set priorities; work independently and contribute to the team dynamics.
DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
Start: May 1, 2025
DURATION: Seasonal (31 weeks)/ Post Secondary 18 weeks
Rate of Pay: $19-$22.50/Hour
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, certificates and three work references to:
Luke Wassegijig, Tourism Manager –
[e-mail]
705-859-3477