2025-35 Parks Lead Hand (FT, Seasonal)

Department: Community Services
Internal/External Posting Date: April 4, 2025
Internal/External Closing Date: April 20, 2025
Hourly Rate: $36.41 after probation
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Competition No.: 2024-35

**Please note this is a seasonal position**

The City invites applications for a Parks Lead Hand (Seasonal). Under the general supervision of the Parks and Facilities Manager, Parks Supervisor or designate, the Parks Lead Hand oversees the City’s Parks Seasonal Workers.  Duties include supervising employees in one of the parks sports fields, gardening, or grass cutting divisions.

Requirements:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certification.
• Considerable knowledge of equipment, tools, practices, materials, and methods related to horticulture and landscaping.
• Minimum 1.5 years supervisory experience.

The ideal candidate possesses the capacity to perform all duties in a safe manner while fostering positive relationships with both the public and fellow staff. Please include copies of any relevant certification with your application.

Candidates should submit a résumé by emailing a word document or pdf to resumes@dawsoncreek.ca, with the job posting name and number in the subject line, no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date referenced above. The City thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.