Office Manager
Department of Tourism, Heritage & Culture - 2 Jobs
Saint-Quentin, NB
Job Details:
Office Manager
Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Administrative Services Level 4
Seasonal Position
Open Competition
Mount Carleton Provincial Park
Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB!
Join us and be part of a team that shares a passion for nature, outdoor activities and enhancing visitor experiences at this beautiful and beloved destination!
Who we are:
Located in the heart of New Brunswick, Mount Carleton Provincial Park is a breathtaking destination committed to preserving and showcasing the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountain Range. As the highest peak in the Maritimes, Mount Carleton offers visitors a unique experience, with over 42,000 acres of pristine wilderness to explore.
Our park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing and stargazing in one of the darkest skies in Eastern Canada. With a rich cultural history and a deep commitment to conservation, Mount Carleton is more than a scenic retreat - it's a place to connect with nature, to explore diverse ecosystems and to enjoy unforgettable experiences.
Joining our team means becoming part of a community dedicated to providing exceptional service to visitors, promoting environmental stewardship, and sharing the wonders of New Brunswick's natural heritage.
What you will do:
Reporting directly to the Park Manager, the Office Manager leads a team of Administrative Services Level 2 and 3 staff, ensuring smooth daily operations, accurate financial management, exceptional customer service, and compliance with park policies and procedures. The Office Manager also acts as a central coordinator for payroll, revenue, visitor inquiries, and administrative compliance.
The roles and responsibilities will be the following:
- Preparing documents and managing human resources information including personnel files, time sheets, staff hiring requests, and payroll records
- Acting as liaison with human resources with respect to employment programs and all employee information requests
- Coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes
- Providing telephone and receptionist duties
- Screening all incoming calls and forwarding to the appropriate staff as well as answer public inquiries
- Opening, reading, sorting, and distributing incoming and outgoing mail
- Coordinating travel and accommodation arrangements
- Verifying and assigning financial coding, managing payment of invoices and budget tracking
- Assisting with the overall financial monitoring of budgets and the preparation of quarterly reports
- Performing a wide variety of confidential and delegating duties using considerable independent judgment, initiative, and discretion
- Performing other related duties as required
Who you are:
The successful candidate is a professional, detail-oriented leader with exceptional organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Highly competent in financial management, payroll processing, andcash reconciliation, they are also a skilled communicator, able to professionally interact with staff, visitors, and park management, but still also capable of working independently when required. The successful applicant can maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all situations, including escalated visitor interactions.
Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:
Required Competencies:
- A post-secondary diploma of one (1) year in a related field
- A minimum of five (5) years of related administrative experience, including supervisory responsibilities, financial transactions and records management
- Strong proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
- Experience with financial and/or administrative coding software
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.
Nice to have:
- Experience in payroll administration, human resources, or campground/park operations
- Familiarity with seasonal tourism programming or visitor services
- Valid First Aid/CPR certification
Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
Wage:
Administrative Services Level 4: $2,063.00 to $2,452.00 bi-weekly
Work environment:
- Office location: Mount Carleton Administrative Building
- Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- We promote a scent-reduced environment
What can GNB offer you?
- Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan
- Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training
- Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.
How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by November 22, 2026, indicating competition number R18-2026/2027-056. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Human Resource Branch
Marysville Place, 4th floor
P.O. Box 6000, Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
(506) 453-3115
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
- Please note that a Criminal Record Check is required prior to appointment
As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans who demonstrate they are among the most qualified shall be given preference at the time of appointment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.
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