JOB POSTING

Tk’emlŭps te Secwepemc (TteS) is a fast growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. As such, the TteS invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position.

DEPARTMENT:NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

SUPERVISOR:NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGER

POSITION TITLE:RECREATION PARK/TRAIL SITE OPERATOR

TERMS: SEASONAL

JOB REFERENCE#:2015-015

The position requirement is to uphold the Parks and Recreation site operational standards guidelines where the individual will represent Tk’emlups te Secwepemc as a campsite fee collector, supervisor and maintenance person.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Public relations and communications is an asset. The operator will be dealing with people on a daily basis.

Handling cash on a daily basis, writing receipts/permits, making deposits to TteS finance, season end finance report, ordering supplies and daily record keeping.

Vehicle pre-checks, minor maintenance if required and reporting major repairs or maintenance to department Manager.

Security, knowledge of policy and procedures.

Campground maintenance services i.e. – general landscaping tool operation, basic carpentry skills, painting, garbage pick-up and outhouse cleaning.

Incident reporting.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training/Certification

Must have a minimum of Grade 12

Must have a Valid Driver’s License

Must possess Fire Suppression Certificate

First Aid Level 1

Experience

At least one season in the tourism industry

Must have worked for one season in an area where public communications were a daily occurrence

Other Qualification, Knowledge and Skills

Adult supervision type of work;

Managing difficult people and or taking complaints in a courteous manner; answering all inquiries regarding lakes, camp areas, maps, wild life and fishing would be beneficial

Familiar with the Forest Recreation Regulation and the rules governing FS sites;and handle information requests that require knowledge of Ministry of Forests i.e. fees, regulations, fines is an assets, but can be learned on the job

Knowledge of BC’s recreation trails and the different purposes, including hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, ATV riding is a assets, but can be learned on the job

HOURS OF WORK: Normal day shift – 7 hours per day. Non – normal shift may be required.

PAY GRADE: As per current salary grid.

Job Posting–Rec Site/Trail Operator