Job Description

Parks Canada - Manitoba Field Unit


Churchill (Manitoba)


GT-01


$52,053 to $58,597 ((based on full-time, year round employment, plus isolated post allowance))

Closing date: 31 March 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. In accordance with Wapusk National Park, Park Establishment Agreement, preference will be given to internal and external persons who are Northern Residents (see below for information).

Apply online

Important messages

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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


Northern residents who meet or exceed the qualifications stipulated in this selection process will be considered on a priority basis.


Northern resident means:

a) any person resident within the Local Government District of Churchill;

b) any person resident in any settlement along the Canadian National Railway "BayLine" from Bird northward;

c) members of the 5-Nations Cree Communities:

Fox Lake Cree Nation (Mahkesiw Sakahikhan) York Factory First Nation (Kawechiwasik) Shamattawa First Nation (Kischimattawow) Split Lake - (Tataskweyak Cree Nation) War Lake First Nation (Mooseocoot)

d) Inuit and Dene.

Duties

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Delivers interpretive presentations, programs and activities to provide visitors of the park, historic site or marine conservation area with opportunities to discover, appreciate, learn about and enjoy the place and its natural and/or cultural resources and understand their significance to Canada.

Intent of the process

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This process will be used to staff a temporary position from June to November, 2025.

This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures in the same or other areas.

Positions to be filled:

Number to be determined

Information you must provide

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Your resume.


Contact information for 2 references.

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

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Successful completion of a minimum of two years post-secondary education in natural sciences, education, history, geography or parks and recreation, or an acceptable combination of education and training.


Degree equivalency

Experience in the planning and delivery of educational, environmental, cultural or historical programs to a variety of audiences Experience receiving, orienting and informing a variety of visitors/clients. Experience working with computers, including the Microsoft Office suite of software

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

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Various language requirements

English essential;


Bilingual imperative _ _B/_ _B


Information on language requirements

Knowledge of Parks Canada's mandate Knowledge of Churchill, MB and the surrounding area, specifically pertaining to its structure and functions, geographic features, its flora and fauna, and its cultural history Knowledge of facilities and services of Churchill, MB Knowledge of interpretation techniques and theories To work effectively in a team environment and share responsibilities To plan, organize and deliver innovative interpretive programs To communicate effectively orally and in writing, specifically relating to the interpretation or teaching of natural/cultural history To analyze and evaluate Effective interpersonal skills Thinking things through Showing initiative Dependability

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

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Experience working with Indigenous communities in Northern Manitoba Experience in handling small financial transactions Experience living or working in Northern and remote communities

Conditions of employment

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Security Screening: Obtain and maintain Reliability status. Must have a valid class 5 driver's license. Must be willing to wear a Park uniform. Must be willing to travel and work some irregular hours. Pre-employment medical

Other information

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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


Applications will be accepted via the following:

By email at rhugman-manfuhr@pc.gc.ca or online applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site or dropped off at the Parks Canada Administration Building located in the Train Station in Churchill, Manitoba (address to the attention of the Visitor Experience Manager).



Following are some of the benefits associated with applying online.

Applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time. Applicants can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement. Applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time. Applicants can be notified electronically of tests or interviews and results. For some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the job questionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying online.


To submit an application online, please select the button "Apply Online" below.



Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. We encourage women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their application.



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:

Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience. 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. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.


Communication for this process will only be sent via email. As the applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and that you inform our office via email of any updates as required. Ensure you include an email address you can access from home and that it accepts email from unknown users. You are strongly encouraged to check your email on a regular basis, including your junk mail folder.



All communication relating to this process, including e-mail correspondence and responses to screening questions, may be used in the assessment of qualifications, including the ability to communicate effectively in writing.



Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

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

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