Park manager Jobs in Mississauga, ON

Req ID :  26075

Vacancy Type : Temporary

Number of Positions :  4

Closing Date :  02 / 21 / 2025

Job Summary

Working for the City of Mississauga means you are part of something big, something special! You will be part of a team of engaging, enthusiastic and dedicated people that are committed to collaborating with one another to deliver on our commitment to the residents, visitors and businesses of Mississauga.

Come and explore the natural areas in the City of Mississauga this summer!

Employment Period : Monday, May 5, 2025 up to Friday, August 29, 2025 (with the option to work part-time between April 14 and November 7, 2025, before and after the employment period, based on operational needs).

Hours of Work : Monday to Friday 7 : 00 am - 3 : 30 pm with occasional weekend shifts, as required.

Learn more from Cameron on what it is like to be a  Forestry Labourer at the City!

Duties and Responsibilities

• City-wide maintenance and monitoring of restoration / naturalization sites;
• Support City staff to manage volunteers on restoration and tree planting projects in cooperation with partner groups, ensuring the health and safety of the participants;
• Perform data entry and quality control of natural areas program data;
• Assist in the preparation of reports and mapping related to restoration, naturalization and invasive species control;
• Assist with the administration of various Forestry-related contracts;
• Watering of young trees in City parklands;
• Visit sites and conduct inspections to collect and analyse data;
• Implementation of manual control methods for invasive species including digging and pulling invasive plants;
• Operate small tools and landscaping equipment;
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

Hourly Rate / Salary :  18.23 - 21.71

Hours of Work :  up to 40

Work Location :  950 Burnhamthorpe Rd W

Department / Division / Section :  CMS / Community Services Dept , CMS / Parks, Forestry & Environment , Forestry

Non-Union / Union : Non Union

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion .

Accommodations

The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.