Job Description

Parks Canada - Waterton Lakes Field Unit - Visitor Safety


Waterton Lakes National Park of Canada (Alberta)


GT-04


$75,216 to $85,525 (salary under review)
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Closing date: 11 September 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

Parks Canada Agency considers applications from individuals 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.

Preference may be given to qualified Indigenous candidates who self-identify in their application.

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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


We prefer to accept applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site. If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact rhwaterton-watertonhr@pc.gc.ca prior to the closing date and quote the selection process number in your email.



No cover letter required - Respond to questions in the on-line application.



NOTE: When submitting your application to this selection process, you will be required to answer screening questions to demonstrate how you meet the Essential Qualifications (Education and all Essential Experiences) as well as Asset Qualifications.


Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the Education and Experience factors listed in the Essential Qualifications when responding to the questions in the on-line application. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples with significant details to explain WHEN, WHERE and HOW you meet each factor. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described when responding to the questions in the on-line application.



Failure to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Education and Experience factors when responding to the questions in the on-line application, may result in the rejection of your application.



Please Note that employee housing may not be available for this position, applicants should be prepared to find their own accommodations.

Duties

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The successful candidate may be required to work shifts that include weekends, evenings and overnight standby. This position has diverse duties, such as:


Ground search and rescue Helicopter and class D rescue Training staff Urban area avalanche forecasting Public avalanche bulletin writing Human wildlife co-existence duties Other tasks as required

Work environment

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Be part of an inspiring team! Parks Canada is a world leader in natural and cultural conservation, Canada's largest provider of natural and historic visitor facilities and manager of destinations that form the cornerstones of the Canadian tourism industry.


Have you ever thought of establishing a career in one of Canada's most amazing and iconic places? Canada's national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas offer opportunities to work in unique locations and live the ultimate Canadian experience.


Want to be part of ensuring a great legacy for Canada and Canadians? Parks Canada is embarking on an unprecedented program of restoration work to heritage, visitor, water and highway assets located within our special places across Canada.


If you are interested in this opportunity, why not consider a career for the Parks Canada Agency? We offer:


Rewarding work in every corner of the country; Learning opportunities that promote individual and organizational excellence; An opportunity to experience our rich natural and cultural heritage first-hand; Employment with dedicated colleagues in a well-respected federal organization; An opportunity to connect with Canadians at their most valued natural and cultural treasures.

Intent of the process

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The results of this process will be used to fill a full-time term assignment at level. The 2 year term will begin around October 01, 2025. This process may also be used to fill future vacancies that may arise at the GT-04 group & level, in various locations, with full or part-time hours for various tenures, such as: Seasonal Indeterminate, Term, Acting Assignment or Assignment at level, depending on status of the selected candidate.

Positions to be filled:

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Information you must provide

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Your resume.


Contact information for 3 references.


A list of the courses you have taken as well as any courses that you are taking now, or that you will be taking this academic year

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

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EDUCATION


Two years post-secondary program in outdoor recreation or a related field or an acceptable combination of education and experience.


Degree equivalency


Operational Certification:

Valid Advanced First Aid Certification (minimum 80-hour course) and CPR; CAA Avalanche Operations Level 2. CAA Avalanche Professional or possess the skills and experience required to apply and qualify as a CAA Avalanche Professional
EXPERIENCE

Experience in conducting avalanche forecasting; Experience travelling in mountainous terrain summer and winter including ski touring, scrambling and climbing. Experience participating in mountain search and rescue operations; Experience analyzing, assessing and providing advice on issues relating to visitor or public safety; Experience providing first aid assistance; Experience working around helicopters.

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

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English essential


Information on language requirements


KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of principles, standards, techniques and procedures involved in search and rescue operations; Knowledge of avalanche monitoring, forecasting techniques, safety principles, practices and initiatives.
ABILITIES

Ability to plan, prepare and deliver training to coworkers; Ability to work in an outdoor environment even during severe weather, as well as in an office environment using a computer. Ability to research and provide input into the development or revision of visitor safety program standards, requirements and/or techniques; Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment that includes human wildlife co-existence duties; Ability to conduct search and rescue operations; Ability to conduct risk assessments both formally and informally and then complete job tasks with inherent risk.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY

Exercises sound judgment; Personally connects with people; Makes things happen; Communicates effectively. Works well under pressure.

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

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ASSET EDUCATION

Preference may be given to applicants possessing an undergraduate, masters or PHD in an avalanche related field.


Degree equivalency


ASSET OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

Preference may be given to applicants possessing the following additional certifications:

Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) mountain stream guiding certification or apprenticeship (Rock, Ski, Alpine, Mountain) Search and Rescue Basics Search Manager Training Organized Rope Rescue Training or Rope Access Class D Helicopter Rescue Training
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment; Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required; Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation; Willingness to obtain certifications applicable to the job.

Conditions of employment

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT


Obtain and maintain Reliability Status; Possession and maintenance of a valid Class 5 Driver's License; Maintain relevant certifications. Will be required to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical evaluation as outlined in Parks Canada Occupational Health Monitoring Program.

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


For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.


Please submit your completed application, including all of the above-mentioned documentation. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.

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.

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

Travel cost for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered.

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