PK AST 09R - Park Assistant Job at BC Public Service
Have you ever dreamt to live and work remotely in a provincial park? Then look no further as this position might be for you!
Garibaldi Backcountry Services is a new pilot program which BC Parks is starting as of the Summer of 2023 within Garibaldi Provincial Park. Garibaldi Provincial Park is world class park of 195,000 hectare mountain wilderness just 64 kilometers north of Vancouver. Garibaldi Park is a favorite year-round destination for many outdoor enthusiasts and in the summer offers over 90km of established hiking trails and back-country camping at its popular campgrounds.
As a Park Assistant, you are directly responsible for delivering services that support the public’s use of the park system and protect park values. This includes daily maintenance and cleaning of facilities, regular repair, maintenance and renovation of park facilities, and managing the public’s use of Garibaldi Park. You monitor and maintain facility assets on a daily basis to ensure the park is in pristine repair for visitors. You may also be involved in monitoring and reporting on assigned recreation, conservation, and public engagement activities. Representing BC Parks, you act as the field contact for park visitors by providing information and regulating activities. This program is focused on the Garibaldi Lake area of the park which is primarily access via the Rubble Creek trail. As a member of this crew, you will be stationed out of the Garibaldi Lake Ranger station for up to 10 days at a time, primarily working in and between the Garibaldi Lake and Taylor Meadows Campgrounds.
Key functions may include Facility maintenance and minor reconstruction; facility and campground upkeep & cleaning; trail maintenance and minor reconstruction; providing key information to park visitors; identifying and addressing public and employee health and safety issues.
Job Requirements:
- Secondary school graduation (or equivalent) and 1-year related experience (related experience can include: park system (operations), conservation, outdoor recreation, forestry, recreation planning, public safety /enforcement), OR;
- An equivalent to or greater than the above combination of education and experience.
- Experience with MS suite of software.
- Experience working independently without supervision.
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.
- Legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.
- This position requires you to have a valid FULL BC driver’s license (minimum class 5), or an equivalent class driver's license from another province or jurisdiction.
- Must participate and successfully pass the training requirements at the program training event.
- Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the ministry (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).
1. A diverse range of academic, work, community, Nation, or volunteer experience in at least one of the four Program Areas listed below:
- Recreation/ Facility Management
- Conservation/ Resource Management
- Public Outreach and Education
- Indigenous Relations and/or other diverse cultures
- HIKING
- CAMPING
- MULTI-OVERNIGHT TRIP
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- NAVIGATION
- TRAVEL
- WILDLIFE SAFETY
- RECOGNIZING AND RESOLVING SAFETY ISSUES
4. Preference may be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (Metis, First Nations, or Inuit) (this information will only be retained as part of the competition process and will not be used for other purposes).
5. Certifications and training in:
- First Aid Certificate or Equivalent
- Chainsaw Certificate
- Pleasure Craft Operator Card
- ATV Operator Certificate
- VHF Radio Operator Certificate
- Other related certifications/ training
- To wear the BC Parks’ assigned BC Parks uniform.
- To supply and wear adequate footwear for job duties, as determined by BC Parks
- To work irregular shifts, including evenings and weekends.
- To work outdoors and potentially camp for consecutive nights.
- To work in moderate to extreme weather conditions and in remote and/or isolated locations.
- To perform physically demanding work (ex. hiking, carrying gear and equipment)
- To be responsible for day-to-day crew safety and respond to safety concerns and emergency incidents.
- To transport crew to and from the work sites in government vehicles, etc.
- To operate a variety of communication equipment including 2-way radios, satellite phones and GPS units
- Please note that this job requires you to live remotely during your work shift
For questions regarding this position, please contact erik.smeets@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position has full-time on-site requirements.
This is a temporary opportunity until 09/16/2023.
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and temporary opportunities.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
OPTIONAL: For external postings include benefits statements from Optional Statement Library (BCPS blurb or PEA blurb)
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.
Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
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