Park Region Manager - Jobs in Brandon, MB

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The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.Manitoba Conservation and Climate is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and motivated individual interested in filling the role of Park Region Manager for the Western Region (Dauphin may be considered as an alternative location). Parks Branch is responsible for managing provincial parks, ecological reserves, and the Canadian Heritage Rivers System for the long-term benefit of Manitobans and the environment. These lands are intended to conserve unique natural, cultural, and heritage features and resources, ecosystems while providing recreational and educational opportunities for citizens and visitors to Manitoba.The Manitoba government has a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance and defined pension plan. To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. See below for further instructions.Click here to access the application form.Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Class 5 Manitoba Drivers License
• Must be able to travel and stay overnight as required
• Must be willing and able to work evenings, weekends and overtime as required

Qualifications:Essential:

• Graduation from a post secondary resource based or public administration program with several years of advanced management experience in a significant multi-faceted program or operation, or an approved equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Management experience including staff supervision, resource planning and allocation, coaching, mentoring and developing staff.
• Experience in budget preparation, financial management and reporting.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment including building and maintaining relationships with various stakeholders.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to prepare authority seeking documents for decision makers.
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills with the ability to demonstrate sound judgement and resolve complex issues.
• Experience in the management of effective Workplace Health and Safety and public risk management programs.
• Strong political acumen with the ability to manage confidential, controversial and politically sensitive material and situations.

Desired:

• Knowledge of the planning and evaluation of park programs and infrastructure.

Duties:As a member of Conservation and Climates Parks Branch management team, the Park Region Manager is responsible for leading park operations and development activities within the western park region. The Park Region Manager leads the priorities and activities of park operations and is directly responsible for managing and directing the resources within the region. This includes serving as the employing authority and allocating departmental staff and program operating expenses. This position is accountable for the program areas delivered in the region and ensures those programs are delivered in coordination with the planning and policy direction of the branch. Public safety and Workplace Health and Safety are maintained through detailed risk management programs under the responsibility and direction of the Park Region Manager.Apply to:Advertisement # 38195Service Centre 2Human Resource Services360-1395 Ellice AvenueWinnipeg, MB , R3G 3P2Phone: 204-945-7182Fax: 204-948-2841Email: govjobs@gov.mb.caTo be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.Note: You are required to submit a cover letter, a resume, and an application form.Click here to access the application form.WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved and appealed by internal applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievors representative or the grievor, if unrepresented. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted._Quick Apply

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