Permanent Full Time Position
- Annual Salary at $64,325 - $77,898 depending upon experience and education.
- 8-hour workday (Monday through Sunday) – Overtime may be required.
Summary:
This position musters out of the Youngstown Service Centre and Blood Indian Park We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated person to join our safety-oriented team as Parks Department Foreman. You are a "people person" who enjoys supervising people through earning their respect. The successful candidate will not just be someone who coordinates and supervises the work of others: the Parks Foreman will coach, resolve staffing and parks situational issues; serving as a link between people and work. You can adapt and remain flexible in a fast-paced, highly visible work environment. A leader amongst employees as well as the public who enjoy Special Areas Parks.
Description: Key Duties will include:
- Project Oversight: Supervise parks-related capital and maintenance projects, including tracking budgets, obtaining material quotes, and coordinating with private contractors to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
- Customer Service & Public Engagement: Ensure a positive experience for park visitors by addressing inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a professional and timely manner. Foster a welcoming environment by supporting frontline staff in delivering high-quality customer service and resolving visitor issues effectively.
- Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and light repairs on parks equipment to ensure optimal functionality and safety.
- Infrastructure Maintenance: Conduct physical repairs and upkeep of park infrastructure and grounds, addressing tasks such as and scaping, building maintenance, concrete work, irrigation system upkeep, and weed control.
- Seasonal Staff Supervision: Oversee daily activities of parks staff as directed by the Parks Supervisor, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, efficient work practices, and high-quality service delivery.
- Seasonal Assignments: During the off-season months (November through April), this position may be assigned to Facilities, the Youngstown Service Centre, or Maintenance Shops/District Offices to perform duties such as snow removal, carpentry assistance, parts deliveries, and general labour.
Requirements:
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (GED) – combination of experience/education to be considered.
- 2-5 years of maintenance and/or construction supervisory experience preferred.
- Class 5 Drivers’ Licence
- Pesticide Applicator License – Core/Landscape/Industrial
- Working knowledge of MS Suite
- Be capable of performing demanding physical tasks and work in rain or shine weather conditions.
- Working knowledge in the care and use of tools and equipment common to these positions
- Ability to communicate effectively using courtesy, tact and discretion and use good judgement.
Preference may be given to candidates possessing:
- Mechanical and Carpentry background
Important Considerations for Applicants
- This is a designated safety sensitive position and mandatory pre-employment drug testing is required.
- Ready and available to work weekends, including long weekends during peak periods of operations – May through October
- Special Areas is committed to an inclusive and supportive work environment, offering career development and training opportunities
Requests for information:
- Melissa Lee, Parks Supervisor at 403-854-8859
COMPETITION NO: 30147 CLOSING DATE: March 17, 2025
Please send a resume quoting competition number and valid email address to:
Human Resource Services - Special Areas Board
Box 820, Hanna, AB T0J 1P0
Email: SpecialAreasHR@specialareas.ab.ca
We thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be personally contacted.
