Student Summer Employment - Fundy National Park - Visitor Services Attendant - Bilingual

Government of Canada; Alma; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Onsite housing (possible)

Bridging to permanent positions

Summer re-hire opportunities

Job summary

Parks Canada invites energetic students to Fundy National Park (Alma, NB) for Summer 2027 as Visitor Services Attendant. You will welcome visitors, provide information, manage passes and campsite bookings, and assist with cash handling and reporting.

The position runs May–September 2027 (potential part-time into October), with 37.5 or 40 hours per week. Wages range from $17.36 to $27.68 per hour; onsite housing may be available to successful applicants.

Qualifications

• Education: registered as a full-time or part-time student in an accredited program; or participating in adult education/retraining programs.

Responsibilities

• Record, process and collect fees; issue permits; assist with campsite sales and deposits.
• Greet visitors; provide information and directions regarding facilities, services, programs and regulations.
• Operate cash register/point-of-sale and booking system; assist with reports and data entry.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication skills

Bilingual English/French

Job description

Student Summer Employment - Fundy National Park - Visitor Services Attendant - Bilingual

Parks Canada- New Brunswick Field Unit

Closing date:February 3, 2027 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Selection process number
2027-CAP-NBFU-FNP-STU-OC-010

Employment tenure
Employment dates range from May 2027 to early September 2027 (possible part-time employment from September 2027 to October 2027). You must be available to work throughout all the summer season to be selected for a student position.

Salary
$17.36 to $27.68 per hour-Salary to be determined based on the level of education required by the student employment categories and the completed current academic level.

Level
SU-01-Full-time opportunities. 37.5 hours or 40 hours a week depending on the position.

Who can apply

Persons are eligible for student employment with Parks Canada provided they are:

• Registered as a full time or part-time secondary or post secondary student in an accredited academic program; or
• Participating in adult education and retraining programs at the secondary level, operated under the authority of an accredited academic institution, and;
• Meet the minimum age requirement to work in the province or territory where the job is located as well as to any specific age student program requirements. 16 years-old at the time of hire, this is the minimum age to work in New Brunswick;
• Have legal status to work in Canada.

Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada .

Duties

• Record, process and collect fees, issue permits, make reimbursements (sell and assign campsites where applicable).
• Work with the cash registry, compile and record statistical data, filling out forms, sales reports and bank deposits, and use a computer system or the point of sale and booking system.
• Welcome visitors and provide them information and directions regarding the facilities, services, programs, attractions and regulations, in person, e-mail, or by telephone.

Work environment

Fundy National Park is looking for energetic and enthusiastic students to support our summer 2026 operations. Reasons to work for Fundy National Park:

• Competitive wages
• Opportunity for re-hire each summer
• Possibility of onsite housing
• Potential for "bridging" from student to permanent positions
• Working in a beautiful location and an amazing place

Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to hire students for the summer 2027.
The exact number of positions available is to be determined.

Important messages

Work location: Fundy National Park - Alma, New Brunswick

May be required to find own housing in the area. Staff housing is limited and not guaranteed.

Students will be required to cover all travel expenses to and from the location of work.

Conditions of employment

• Reliability Status security clearance;
• Parks Canada prohibits smoking or vaping in the workplace.

Operational Requirements

• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/ territorial holidays;
• May be required to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation;
• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment;
• Possession of a valid First Aid and CPR certification;
• Possession of a valid Driver's license;
• Perform certain physical tasks as per the job requirements (e.g. lifting minimum of 20 lbs / 10 kgs).

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION: Please confirm that you meet these eligibility factors:

• Registered as a full time or part-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited academic program; or
• Participating in adult education and retraining programs at the secondary level, operated under the authority of an accredited academic institution.

EXPERIENCE: Please confirm that you meet the following:

• Experience in interacting with the public; responding to customer questions and providing helpful direction;
• Experience in going above and beyond to fulfill customer expectations;
• Experience in dealing with difficult situations, be they with customers or co-workers, to achieve a positive outcome;
• Experience in handling cash, operating point of sale systems and performing cash out duties.

Applied / assessed at a later date

KNOWLEDGE:- Parks Canada, its objectives and mandate.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS: Please confirm that you meet the following:

• Client Focus – Providing service excellence to internal and/or external clients;
• Concern for Safety – Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate actions to maintain a safe environment for self and others;
• Initiative – Dealing with situations and issues proactively. Seizing opportunities that arise.
• Problem Solving– Identifying issues and the solutions to them;
• Teamwork – working collaboratively with a diverse team to achieve organizational goals;
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY: Please confirm that you meet the following:

• Exercises sound judgment;
• Communicates effectively;
• Takes responsibility for their actions;
• Personally connects with people;
• Adaptable and excels in dealing with change in the face of fluctuating workloads.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

Various language requirements - Bilingual (English and French)

We're 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 contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.