Area Manager

Job title:

Area Manager

Company

Government of Alberta

Job description

Job Information
Job Title: Area Manager
Job Requisition ID: 61669
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Lac La Biche
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: August 30, 2024
Classification: Manager, Zone 2
Salary: ​$3,241.74 to $4,362.44 bi-weekly ($84,609 – $113,859 per year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:Provincial Parks are essential to the quality of life that Albertans enjoy. They conserve our natural landscapes and wildlife habitat and offer a broad range of nature-based outdoor recreational opportunities. Alberta’s parks inspire people to discover, value, protect, and enjoy the natural world and the benefits it provides for current and future generations.For more information about the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, visit our website at: .Role ResponsibilitiesWe are looking for an enthusiastic problem solver that loves to rise to a challenge. If you are comfortable juggling multiple priorities at the same time, committed to leading your team to consistently perform to a high standard, and thrive in a collaborative work environment, then this opportunity to join the Alberta Parks team is for you!The Area Manager manages a multi-site, multi-disciplinary team of professional, technical, and administrative staff within the Alberta Parks Athabasca – Cold Lake Management Area which consists of numerous provincial parks and provincial recreation areas. The incumbent will be responsible for integration of program functions to ensure maximum operational efficiency is achieved and maintained.Responsibilities include overseeing the management and delivery of Alberta Parks programs which include but are not limited to:

• Municipal Services and Maintenance: site servicing, janitorial, grounds maintenance, waste management, potable water provision, wastewater treatment
• Visitor Services: Visitor Centre operations, check-in and reservation services, retail, visitor information
• Visitor Engagement: Interpretation and Education services
• Recreation and Resource Management (Park Rangers): compliance, monitoring, visitor management, emergency management

Program delivery must focus on being park visitor centric and client focused. Emphasis on visitor safety, facilitating high quality visitor experiences, adherence to policy and legislative requirements, and managing partnerships for the purpose of supplementing core resources and program enhancement is critical.In addition to managing operational budgets, human resources, contracts, administrative functions, and operational planning, the Area Manager plays a key role in coordinating and liaising with divisional and departmental contacts as well as municipal, First Nations and non-government organizations (NGO) stakeholders on a variety of operational matters.Through the work as a member of the Alberta Parks team, the incumbent will make a meaningful contribution to Albertans’ quality of life and ensure that parks remain healthy as well as accessible for future generations.Click to view job description.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:Systems Thinking – Keep the whole picture in mind to create innovative and sustainable solutions.Creative Problem Solving – As the issues and relationships facing the APS continue to become increasingly complex, and as change continues to occur at an increasingly fast pace, you will be required to think “out-of-the box” to recommend new ways of solving issues. You need to be innovative and creative to address current and future challenges.Agility – As the role and expectations of the APS continue to change, you will need to be willing and able to change approaches to situations so that new ideas and solutions are encouraged, recognized and acted upon. Given the dynamic nature of the work, remaining flexible and adapting to circumstances is critical.Drive for Results – Achieve organizational goals within the context of striving for excellence. You will need to take ownership of understanding and achieving results individually and as part of a team.Build Collaborative Environments – Lead and create opportunities for people to connect, communicate with transparency, share ideas, bring different perspectives to the discussion. Create a supportive environment that respects different perspectives. It is in this environment that you will effectively identify creative and sustainable solutions.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:University degree in business administration, park or recreation facility administration or management, natural resource management, natural sciences, or a related field supplemented by a minimum of 4 years of directly related experience with progressively increasing level of responsibility.Additional Requirements:

• Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent
• Successful candidate will require a Criminal Record Check prior to employment

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Preferred experience includes:

• Ability to lead diverse technical and professional staff
• Contract and partnership management (preferably in a public sector or large corporate setting) experience
• Budget management and financial administration experience
• Ability to synthesize information or data to provide briefings and make recommendations to executive leadership level
• Build effective relationships with colleagues at various levels across the organization

NotesAny costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.What the GoA has to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michele Murphy at .

Expected salary

$84609 – 113859 per year

Location

Lac La Biche, AB

Job date

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 06:07:07 GMT

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