Job Description

Property Manager Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture Open competition Year-round Contract (renewable) Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park Who we are We invite you to join to join the Parks NB Team! We have the opportunity to work in some of the most beautiful places that New Brunswick has to offer which provide meaningful and challenging work. Imagine being able to experience the highest tides in the world every day! Trust us, it never gets old! Parks NB works collaboratively with our community (staff, stakeholders and industry members) to support, promote, and grow the tourism sector while encouraging New Brunswickers and visitors to discover these outdoor activities and experiences. We strive to be the ultimate host, providing our guests with a high-quality experience as well as meaningful connections to our protected natural and cultural spaces. The Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park is one of New Brunswick\'s top attractions. Open seasonally from mid-May to end-October, the Hopewell Rocks is located along the coast of the Bay of Fundy in Hopewell Cape, NB. What you will do Reporting to the Director of Operations for Provincial Parks, the successful candidate will direct a wide range of activities including oversight of a management team in the seasonal operation of the site, general administration, security, food services, retail, business development, maintenance, public relations and marketing, customer service, staff supervision, succession planning and annual reporting. The duties and responsibilities will include:

• Providing overall leadership and guidance to a team responsible for the operations of Hopewell Rocks to ensure exceptional client experience and service delivery is provided.
• Protecting the ecosystem of the park (environmental management), directing and overseeing the maintenance of the property and infrastructure of the park.
• Conducting all financial functions and transactions, including monthly budget projections and expenditure control, while ensuring profitability through budgetary adherence as well as identifying and coordinating capital projects.
• Managing human resources including all aspects of staffing, scheduling, recruiting, training, conflict resolution, collective agreement administration and performance management.
• Developing an annual operational plan, in accordance with the Parks NB Brand, that addresses all aspects of the park operations.
• Other related duties as required

Work Environment

• What better environment than working in a Provincial Park? You will have a traditional office at Hopewell Rocks with the opportunity to enjoy this spectacular protected natural site with trails and views to inspire
• You will be working a minimum of 36.25 hours per week
• Occasional travel within the province will be required

Who you are Are you someone who wants to make a difference? Are you an effective leader, a strategic planner, a community builder with a passion for exceeding client expectations? Are you experienced in successfully operating a property and maintaining financial profitability? You must be a team player capable of multitasking a wide range of responsibilities related to human resource, communications, hospitality, financial and operational management, all while respecting tight deadlines. You also possess strong interpersonal communication skills and are self-motivated. Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following: Need to have

• Bachelor\'s degree in business administration, public administration or a related field
• Seven (7) years progressively responsible experience in tourism, administration, marketing or a related field, including four (4) years experience in management and staff supervision.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered
• Written and spoken competence in English is required

Nice to have

• Experience in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
• Experience in marketing and developing experiences
• Experience in developing community partnerships and initiatives

Wage $3,279.00 to $3,967.00 bi-weekly (Pay Band 7) What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety. How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by e-mail to thchumres@gnb.ca or by mail at the following address by March 12, 2023, indicating competition number R18-2022/23-1095. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level. Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Human Resource Branch
Marysville Place, 4th floor
P.O. Box 6000, Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
(506) 453-3115 We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection. Check out what it is like to work at the Government of New Brunswick, where we are working together as One Team One GNB to improve the lives of New Brunswickers every day!