Area Manager

Government of Alberta•Slave Lake, AB

10d•CA$99,349 - CA$133,694•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. Alberta’s Parks and Public Lands are essential to the quality of life that Albertans enjoy. Alberta's parks inspire people to discover, value, protect and enjoy the natural world and the benefits it provides for current and future generations. Parks Division is responsible for infrastructure management and development for both Alberta Parks as well as Public Lands to ensure outdoor, nature-based recreation opportunities for all Albertans that are safe, sustainable, accessible and enjoyable while balancing conservation values. We 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 Slave Lake Management Area which consists of numerous provincial parks and provincial recreation areas. You will be responsible for integration of program functions to ensure maximum operational efficiency is achieved and maintained.

Requirements

University degree in a related field (Public administration, Environment, park or recreation management or municipal management) supplemented with a minimum of Five years progressive experience, preferably in park and municipal operations, financial management, contract administration and/or project management.
Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.
Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent
Successful candidate will require a Criminal Record Check prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Overseeing the management and delivery of Alberta Parks programs which include but are not limited to: Municipal and Maintenance Services (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.
Managing operational budgets, human resources, contracts, administrative functions, and operational planning.
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.
Making a meaningful contribution to Albertans’ quality of life and ensure that parks remain healthy and accessible for future generations.