Parks Canada Jasper AB Planner I

Parks Canada Jasper, AB

$93,697–$109,478 a year

Job details

Pay: $93,697–$109,478 a year
Shift and schedule: Weekends as needed, Holidays
Location: Jasper, AB

Full job description

Parks Canada
Jasper National Park of Canada (Alberta)
AR-03
Term position of 2 years
$93,697 to $109,478

Experience Canada by joining the Parks Canada Agency!
Closing date: 12 February 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: All persons who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status, or work permit.

Apply online

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

In order to pass the initial screening process, you must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the Education and Experience requirements listed in the attached Statement of Qualifications. Please describe in detail how, where, and when you obtained the education and experience that allow you to meet the requirements.

If the screening board deems that you meet the screening criteria (Education and Experience) you may be invited for further assessment, which may include testing, interview, and reference checks.

We will only accept online applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site.

Duties

These exciting positions will play a key role in helping Jasper rebuild following the impacts of the 2024 Jasper Wildfire Complex. The successful candidate will be working with park staff, stakeholders, and colleagues from other levels of government to work on land use policy and process improvements to support Jasper’s recovery. The position will also support development review within and outside of the Jasper townsite.

Work environment

Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas, and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to fill one 2-year term position. Remote work will be considered. Housing will not be provided. This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels, or linguistic requirements in the same or other parts of the country.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

1. Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in urban planning, rural planning, community planning, or other relevant specialty.

EXPERIENCE

1. Experience in managing planning projects and multidisciplinary planning teams in order to achieve results in an efficient manner.
2. Experience in preparing and interpreting planning documents such as plans, policies, or reports.
3. Experience in developing and/or conducting public and/or Indigenous engagement programs in support of planning programs.
4. Experience building effective relationships with stakeholders.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job):

English essential

KNOWLEDGE

1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning
2. Knowledge of public consultation and participation processes and techniques
3. Knowledge of planning legislation and policies

ABILITIES

1. Ability to analyze issues, develop options, strategies and solutions, and provide advice and recommendations to management.
2. Ability to work effectively with others to achieve objectives and lead interdisciplinary and inter-agency meetings and projects.
3. Ability to plan and conduct public and Indigenous consultation.
4. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to diverse audiences.
5. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

1. Exercises sound judgement
2. Takes initiative
3. Makes things happen
4. Demonstrates flexibility
5. Personally connects with others

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

1. Experience working on planning initiatives in protected heritage areas.

Conditions of employment

1. Reliability Status security clearance - You are required to obtain and maintain this security level throughout this employment at Parks Canada Agency.
2. You will be required to work shift-work, and/or weekends, and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays as scheduled by your delegated manager. Compensation will be as prescribed in the Terms and Conditions of Employment applicable to you.
3. You will be required to wear a uniform while performing your duties. In this case, Parks Canada will provide you with the uniforms you require in accordance with the Parks Canada Uniform Policy.
4. Willingness to relocate to Jasper or to travel periodically to Jasper.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.

Please submit your completed application, including all of the above-mentioned documentation. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.

The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence, and respect, and its operating principles.

In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.

Tips for applicants:

1. Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience.
2. Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each Experience element, as applications will be screened only on the information provided.
3. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.
4. Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
5. Travel costs for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.