Park Ranger Supervisor

Government of Alberta; City of Spruce Grove; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Alberta, Forestry and Parks, is seeking a Park Ranger Supervisor to oversee park operations in the Spruce Grove District, including key parks. This role emphasizes visitor management, safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship.

You will lead seasonal staff, coordinate training, respond to inquiries, and work across diverse outdoor environments, often in remote locations. Regular travel is required to support parks and preserve natural resources.

Qualifications

• A related two-year diploma plus 3 years related experience (Park operations, visitor management, compliance monitoring, Natural Resources, Outdoor Recreation).
• Equivalency: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Responsibilities

• Supervising, mentoring, and supporting seasonal Park Rangers and volunteers, including work planning, training, coaching, and performance management activities.
• Delivering compliance and education programs that promote visitor awareness of park legislation, regulations, public safety practices, and responsible outdoor recreation.
• Conducting field patrols and inspections in campgrounds, day-use areas, trails, and backcountry locations to monitor visitor use and support park operations.
• Coordinating and supporting public safety programs, emergency response activities, emergency response planning, warnings and closures, and incident management activities.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with visitors, Indigenous communities, volunteers, permit holders, facility operators, partner organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Preparing reports, maintaining records, completing administrative processes, and contributing to operational planning and program reporting activities.

Skills

Driver's Licence

First Aid CPR-C AED

Travel ability

Outdoor work

Conflict management

Education

Two-year diploma in Natural Resources / Natural or Environmental Sciences / Recreation Management

Tools

GPS

ArcGIS

Microsoft365

Job description

Job Information
Job Title: Park Ranger Supervisor 88005
Job Requisition ID: 88005
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Spruce Grove
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary (Up to 20 months)
Scope: Open
Closing Date: October 8, 2026
Classification: Natural Resources 6
Salary: $2,439.12 to $3,119.93 bi-weekly ($63,661 - $81,430/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

Provincial Parks are essential to the quality of life that Albertans enjoy. They conserve our natural landscapes and wildlife habitat and offer a broad range of nature-based outdoor recreational opportunities. Alberta’s parks inspire people to discover, value, protect, and enjoy the natural world and the benefits it provides for current and future generations.

Are you passionate about protecting Alberta’s parks while creating safe and enjoyable outdoor recreation experiences for visitors? The Park Ranger Supervisor plays a key role in the delivery of Park Ranger operations within assigned park areas. This position supports visitor management, public safety, compliance and education programming, natural and cultural resource protection, and operational service delivery to ensure Alberta's parks remain safe, sustainable, and welcoming for current and future generations.

This position looks after the Spruce Grove District, including parks like Carson Pegasus Provincial Park, Fort Assiniboine Sandhills Wildland Provincial Park, Wolf Lake West Provincial Recreation Area, Minnow Lake Provincial Recreation Area, Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park and Big Island Provincial Park.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising, mentoring, and supporting seasonal Park Rangers and volunteers, including work planning, training, coaching, and performance management activities.
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and training initiatives to ensure staff are equipped to deliver park operations and visitor services effectively.
• Delivering compliance and education programs that promote visitor awareness of park legislation, regulations, public safety practices, and responsible outdoor recreation.
• Responding to visitor inquiries, public complaints, and complex situations while utilizing sound judgement, conflict resolution, and customer service skills.
• Conducting field patrols and inspections in campgrounds, day-use areas, trails, and backcountry locations to monitor visitor use and support park operations.
• Supporting the protection and management of natural and cultural resources through visitor management activities, monitoring programs, and human-wildlife coexistence initiatives.
• Identifying and addressing operational issues, visitor concerns, and emerging risks while supporting effective program delivery across assigned park locations.
• Coordinating and supporting public safety programs, emergency response activities, emergency response planning, warnings and closures, and incident management activities.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with visitors, Indigenous communities, volunteers, permit holders, facility operators, partner organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Monitoring activities conducted under permits and agreements to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, permit conditions, policies, and operational requirements.
• Preparing reports, maintaining records, completing administrative processes, and contributing to operational planning and program reporting activities.
• Promoting safe work practices and ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, policies, procedures, inspections, hazard assessments, and incident reporting requirements.

This position requires regular travel throughout assigned park areas and work in a variety of outdoor environments, including remote and backcountry locations. Travel may be by foot, bicycle, motor vehicle, or off-highway vehicle.

Qualifications

Education and Experience required: A related two-year diploma (Natural Resources, Natural or Environmental Sciences, Recreation Management, Tourism Development, Criminal Justice, or other related) plus 3 years related experience (Park operations, visitor management, compliance monitoring, Natural Resources, Outdoor Recreation).

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Other requirements:

• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Current Standard First Aid certification including CPR-C and AED.
• Able to work independently without direct supervision, with initiative to remain productive and support other park programs when needed.
• Ability to travel regularly within assigned park regions.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and remote locations.
• Ability to travel by foot, bicycle, motor vehicle, or off-highway vehicle as operationally required.

Assets:

Preference may be given to candidates who have experience in one or more of the following:

• Knowledge of the Provincial Parks Acts and Regulations
• Knowledge of parks within the Spruce Grove District
• Conflict management/resolution experience/tactical communication
• Outdoor recreation competency (navigation skills, front country travel, working alone).
• Able to work and travel in various terrain and degrees of isolation in all weather conditions
• Familiar with Incident Command Systems (ICS)
• Knowledge on Alberta Flora and fauna
• Experience in communicating/presenting to staff, stakeholders, or the public.
• Customer Service experience
• Confidence in using Microsoft365
• Familiar with specialized devices and software (i.e., GPS, ArcGIS)
• The standard hours of work are 36.25 hours per week.
• Valid Class-5 (or equivalent) Driver’s License is required.
• Final candidates may be required to pass a security screening.

Any costs associated with obtaining required documents/checks as noted will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

What we offer:

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.