Parks Canada
 
Jasper, AB
$94,406–$102,060 a year - Permanent, Full-time
Parks Canada
Jasper, AB
$94,406–$102,060 a year

Job details

Pay
$94,406–$102,060 a year
Job type
Permanent
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Holidays

Location
Jasper, AB

Full job description
Parks Canada - Highway Operations Unit
Jasper, AB
PM-05
$94,406 to $102,060
For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada

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Closing date: 10 April 2024 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: All persons who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.
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Important messages
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact the person listed below prior to the closing date.

Duties
The Operations Manager leads and coordinates the delivery of highway maintenance programming and operations. The position has direct responsibility for all aspects of highway maintenance programming and operational delivery such as allocation of human and financial resources, preventive maintenance planning and implementation, administration of road closures and related policies, management of partnerships agreements with provincial authorities, and repair & maintenance program for heavy/light fleets.

Current vacancy is located in Jasper, AB where the successful applicant will be responsible for the oversight and management of Highway 16, Highway 93 North, Highway 93A and ancillary roadways.

Work environment
Experience what it’s like to live and work with the mountains on your doorstep! The Highway Operation Unit spans all through the Mountain National Parks, including Jasper, Banff, Lake Louise/Yoho, Kootenay, and Mount Revelstoke & Glacier. Our employees play a critical role in keeping highways safe and maintained year round.

We offer an engaging work environment with opportunity for growth and advancement. Our diverse teams are made up of drivers, mechanics, welders, and supervisory roles. Become a part of our dynamic team today!

Intent of the process
The immediate need is to fill a full-time permanent vacancy in Jasper, AB.

This selection process may be used to fill future vacancies in other operating areas within the Highway Operations Unit.
Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide
Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)
Successful completion of an approved post-secondary program in civil technology or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

EX1: Significant and recent* experience in the operation and maintenance of major roadways** and/or garage operations. Relevant experience*** in Asset Management may be considered.
EX2: Experience in the supervision and performance management of employees occupied in the operation of heavy equipment and/or labour disciplines.
EX3: Experience in managing financial resources.
EX4: Experience in managing relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Significant and recent is defined as having two (2) years of experience within the last five (5) years.
**Major roadways is defined as a road with an AADT of 2000 or more.
***Relevant experience should include details on how asset management followed an annual cycle, how it conformed to predetermined standards and how it contributed to public safety.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
English essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
A1: Ability to work with others to achieve common goals
A2: Ability to think strategically, assess complex situations and develop and implement recommendations and solutions
A3: Ability to plan, implement and manage maintenance programs or projects
A4: Ability to implement human resource management and financial administration procedures and practices.
A5: Ability to communicate effectively orally
A6: Ability to communicate effectively in writing

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
PS1: Exercises sound judgment
PS2: Personally connects with people
PS3: Takes initiative
PS4: Takes responsibility
PS5: Demonstrates integrity
PS6: Strives for excellence

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)
ASSET EXPERIENCE
AEX1: In managing a transportation corridor in an avalanche prone area.
AEX2: In the supervision of maintenance and minor capital engineering works projects associated with highways. Relevant experience in Asset Management may be considered.

ASSET KNOWLEDGE:
AK1: Highway maintenance methods and equipment including managing the avalanche operational risk for a transportation corridor.

Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain valid reliability status
Maintenance of a valid class 5 drivers licence
Willingness to wear identifier clothing and required safety equipment;
Willingness to travel over roads closed to the general public and to work under avalanche hazard conditions;
Willingness to travel and/or work in a variety of weather conditions and terrain for extended periods of time;
Requirement to work shift work, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays, provincial/territorial holidays and call back or standby duty.
Other information
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.

Tips for applicants:
When answering application questions, be thorough and provide concrete examples. “See resume” is not considered an acceptable answer. Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history.
Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.
You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be considered for the position.
Other qualifications listed as additional or asset are not mandatory to apply. However, these may be considered throughout the assessment process.

The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.

In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Travel cost for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.