Job description

Position Details:
Rate of pay: Min = $90,395, Max = $98,003
Employment type: Full-Time Permanent
Hours of work: 35 hrs/week
Work location: Lake St. George Field Centre
Division: Education and Training
Business unit: Education and Training
Travel: None
Remote Work: No / Limited

About TRCA:
With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development.

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
Under the guidance of the Senior Manager, the Supervisor, Lake St. George Field Centre is responsible for all aspects of the Lake St. George site including water-based programs, education programs, facility bookings, agreements, budgets and procurement, special events, weekend programs, camps and tracking registration and customer satisfaction.

Key responsibilities of the role include supervision of a diverse staff complement, maintaining and growing a sustainable business model for the facility; development and maintenance of a robust series of partnerships; oversight and evaluation of all educational programs; all water-based programs and required staff certifications, the management and coordination of marketing and communications activities; and oversight over all aspects of food service delivery and facility cleaning.

The Supervisor, Lake St. George Field Centre is a skilled leader, educator, planner, and coordinator with advanced knowledge of industry standards in outdoor education. They also demonstrate advanced-level skills in communications, relationship building and partnership development.

Major Responsibilities:

• Hire, train, support, lead and supervise full-time and supplementary positions in a variety of roles including the Residential Assistant, Food Service Lead, Cooks, Teacher, Education Coordinator, Cleaners, Camp Counsellors, Education Interpreter and Site Representatives and volunteers. Scheduling of all staff during a 24-hour program model.
• Manage all tasks associated with the development, delivery, and evaluations of outdoor education at the site.
• Maintain and grow relationships with school boards, non-school site rental partners including Girl Guides of Canada, Red Leaf, and YMCA. Build relationships and incorporate indigenous learning into the site and the programs offered.
• Lead the booking and registration of day and overnight school visits and recreational visits including communication with teachers and clients, ensuring necessary documentation is in place and oversight of the quality of the experience.
• Continue to build day and secondary school programming and support a robust march break and summer camp business year over year.
• Oversee the food services requests and provision to visiting guests and oversee facility cleaning, light maintenance, and sanitization, restocking and storage of cleaning supplies.
• Forecast, track (variances), and report on deliverables for the operating budget. Prepare and administer partnership agreements and use the procurement system to purchase goods and services.
• Maintain regular communications and identify facility and equipment upgrades or large-scale program needs to the Parks Operations Lead.
• Other duties as assigned.

What will you need to succeed:

• Post-secondary degree in Education, Environmental Studies, Outdoor Recreation
• 5 years working experience in an education center or in an education role
• Experience delivering and supervising staff on water-based programs
• Experience leading day camp and overnight camp experience is an asset
• 3 years demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
• 3 years demonstrated project management experience
• Valid Ontario Driver’s license, use of a vehicle
• NLS, ORCKA, Pleasure Craft Operator (PCOC), Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP), Marine Emergency Duties (MED SDV-BS) is an asset
• Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Screening is required
• Active and current First Aid and CPR certificate is required

What TRCA has to offer you:
As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare).

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:

• Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
• Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
• Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
• Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
• Provides unique TRCA Perks.
• Provides flexible work arrangements.
• Offers potential for career growth and advancement.

To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter prior to midnight on December 16, 2022.

All new hires are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a precondition to being hired by TRCA. TRCA will comply with its obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code and any other applicable legislation.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Supervisor of Records, 101 Exchange Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 5R6, (416) 661-6600 extension 5216.

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