Department: Natural Resources
Competition #5327SB-CB

Status (Seasonal) This position is for more than 4 months but less than 6 months.

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all levels, of the people of Nova Scotia. We are a welcoming workplace and welcome applications from Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities, African Nova Scotians, other Racially Visible Persons, and women in under represented or non traditional occupations.

This job posting is initially restricted to NSGEU bargaining unit employees.

Applicants applying for this opportunity must clearly indicate in their covering letter or resume that he/she is currently a NS Government Civil Service employee and a member of the NSGEU and include their employee ID number.  Failure to do so means that your application will not be given first consideration and will only be included if external applications are pursued.  Your Employee Self Serve access will allow you to confirm what your employment status is prior to applying for this restricted position.

External applicants and current casual NS Government employees will only be considered if there are no qualified NS Government Civil Service NSGEU bargaining unit candidates.

Duties: 
 
Under the direction of the  Park Technician or designate, the Park Attendant is responsible for seasonal operation and maintenance of Designated Provincial Parks - including buildings, vehicles, grounds and equipment; providing visitor information; monitoring park activities for regulation compliance; Computer registration and cash handling; Advise visitors of park regulations and report non-compliance to Conservation Officers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 10.
• Required to hold a driver’s license valid in NS or equivalent to NS Class 5.

Desired Qualifications:

• WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) would be considered an asset.
• Valid Standard First Aid Certificate. 
• Ability to operate a cash register would be considered an asset.
• Experience in building and ground maintenance and the use of various power tools, power mowers, and basic computer knowledge.
• Basic computer skills.

Condition(s) of Employment:

• Candidates selected for interviews may be required to submit a Driver’s Abstract.
• Candidates may be required to go through background and security checks.

Term of Employment: June 16 to October 17, 2008

Classification Level: MOS 4

Salary Range: $31,219 - $ 31,812

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week 

Closing Date: May 13, 2008    

Please send your cover letter and resume as one document when applying via e mail.  Also please quote the competition number in the e mail subject line and in your cover letter.

Please forward your application/resume to the attention of: 

Human Resources Division
Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 698, 1701 Hollis Street
2nd Floor, Founders Square Building
Halifax, NS  B3J 2T9
Fax: (902) 424 3222
Email: Resources-JobApps@gov.ns.ca

Submissions must be received by mail or delivery by 4:30 P.M. on the closing date.  Submissions must be received by fax or email by midnight on the closing date.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.