Parks Programs Assistant

City of Edmonton•Edmonton, AB

3d•CA$23 - CA$29•Hybrid

About The Position

The Park Stewardship Programs team coordinates a number of programs that support environmental awareness, beautification and parkland operations. The Park Stewardship Programs team is looking for a Program Assistant to provide support to the Partners in Parks and Boulevard Gardening programs.

Requirements

Completion of the first year of a recognized related diploma or degree program
Experience working in customer service, or with volunteers and/or the general public
Possession of valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C or the ability to obtain
Strong written, oral, presentation and web-based communication skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Experience using Google Applications
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
Must arrange own transportation to be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy which may require business auto insurance
Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toed boots, is a requirement for this position
Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) security clearance that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and is a requirement of this position. There may be a cost associated with thisেন্সি

Nice To Haves

Experience delivering/presenting educational and/or recreational programs
Experience using mapping software ArcGIS, Survey123 or FieldMaps
Experience using online media platforms, and digital marketing platforms and the ability to learn new software systems
Experience identifying plants

Responsibilities

Create engaging online and print media tools for program promotion and communicating to the public via social media platforms, newsletters and other online communications
Organize and deliver educational materials and resources through in-person programs, community events, and outreach activities
Respond promptly to phone and email inquiries from residents and participants
Complete site visits and resource deliveries to program sites
Perform inventory assessments, site visits and data collection using various methods
Interpret mapping information using Google Maps and AEGIS
Maintain materials and equipment used for program delivery
Manage program files, ensuring accurate documentation and organization
Support program recruitment, training, communications, supply distribution, program logistics and recognition activities
Assist in the assessment of overall program effectiveness
Track program statistics, evaluate performance metrics and assist with program reporting
Support other programs as required