Looking for a summer job? Join our team this summer and you’ll be introduced to many facets of our work in beautiful Bonnechere Provincial Park! This is a unique opportunity to play an important role in helping the FBP preserve the natural and cultural heritage of the Little Bonnechere River.

Job Description

• Work with, and assist the Bonnechere Park Discovery staff with special events and assist with program development focussed on the natural and cultural heritage of the Little Bonnechere River
• Support the FBP merchandising program, using creativity and retail skills to arrange merchandise displays to maximize sales potential and manage merchandise inventory.
• Use social media to assist with the promotion of the FBP programs and activities. Explore opportunities for the FBP to participate in the local community.
• Research and solicit information to expand the presence and visibility of the FBP in Bonnechere Park and the community.
• Assist Park staff with maintenance and monitoring the various woodland trials.

Required Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills to prepare and present special events and programs to Park visitors.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage daily assigned work as well as longer-term projects
• Creativity and initiative to maintain FBP merchandise.
• Computer applications such as Microsoft Suite, Facebook and other social media platforms.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

Salary

• Funding for this position is primarily through the Canada Summer Jobs Program with support from Ontario Parks.
• Pay rate: $16.55 per hour. (36.25 hours per week, 7.25 hours per day).

Employment Terms

• Start Date: contingent on the hiring process
• Length of Contract: up to 12 weeks.
• Must be able to work weekends, various shifts and holidays.
• To be eligible, youth must be between 15 and 30 years-of-age, and be either a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Location

Bonnechere Provincial Park
4024 Round Lake Road
Killaloe ON  K0J 2A0

Apply Today!

EMAIL your cover letter and resume to Emma Mask >
Be sure to cite this post for the Friends of Bonnechere Parks

Applications must be received by Friday June 21 2024.