Parks Manager

TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH JOB POSTING Manager of Parks (Full Time) Wasaga Beach located on the shores of Georgian Bay, in Simcoe County and home to the World's Longest Freshwater Beach.

As a waterfront municipality, local parks and trails contribute to the collective experience shared by residents and visitors to Wasaga Beach.

The Town of Wasaga Beach owns and maintains 31 public parks and open spaces, for a total a minimum of 79.54 hectares. The Town of Wasaga Beach is seeking an effective, progressive leader to join our team in the permanent role of Manager of Parks .

• General Responsibilities : Responsible for the management, supervision and implementation of Beautification programs and construction projects including parks, open space, trails, beautification and horticulture maintenance, associated facilities maintenance, management of community signs and trails, planting / pruning / replanting / removal operations of trees within parks and trails;
• horticulture displays; parks construction projects; contract administration, staff supervision, site inspection, associated liaison and report writing duties;

capital and current budget preparation / recommendation / administration; and resolving concerns related to parks and staffing issues.

The main duties and responsibilities for the position are in the areas of parks operations and division administration functions.

Qualifications : Degree / diploma in Parks Maintenance, Landscape Technology, Horticulture, Arboriculture or related discipline.

Advanced Parks Practitioner designation preferred. Registered Playground Practitioner and spray pad practitioner preferred.

Three (3) years previous related job experience, two (2) year on the job, five (5) years total relevant experience. Thorough working knowledge and experience in municipal parks and trails maintenance / development, spray pads, green infrastructure assets and horticulture construction and maintenance management including weed / pesticide spraying regulations, WHMIS, relevant legislation, Statutes, Acts and Regulations;

contract administration; equipment operation and maintenance; horticulture, and arboriculture, Occupational Health & Safety Act, risk management, departmental policies and procedures.

Excellent administrative, communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, and public relations skills, together with the ability to use tact and discretion and to deal courteously and effectively with the public and fellow staff members.

Demonstrated supervisory success in leading cohesive and motivated teams to meet corporate goals, objectives and initiatives.

Ability to multi-task, cope with interruptions and work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines, exercise discretion and good judgment.

Possess high level of initiative and personal integrity. Physically capable of performing the required functions of the position and wearing the applicable personal protective equipment.

Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications and office equipment. Valid Class G driver’s license and current Driver’s Abstract with results satisfactory to the Employer.

Ability and willingness to travel within the community as required. Possess a current Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) with results satisfactory to the employer, and a valid standard first aid & CPR / AED Level C certification.

Salary Range (35 hours / week) : $106,870 - $125,015 annually Closing Date : May 26, 2024 at 4 : 00pm Click Here for Full Job Description The Town of Wasaga Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment.

Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process, upon request. Please advise the Town of Wasaga Beach Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.

O. 2001, Chapter 25, as amended, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection. Powered by JazzHR