Park Planner

Winnipeg, MB
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$73,156–$90,480 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Lead park planning initiatives, including establishing new parks and developing park management plans, policies, and projects. Work with Indigenous partners and other stakeholders to balance conservation, land use, recreation, and visitor experience objectives across provincial parks.

Job details

THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO EMPLOYEES OF THE MANITOBA PUBLIC SERVICE. Park Planner KP2 Park Planner 2 Regular/full-time Environment and Climate Change Parks, Parks and Trails Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 45602 Salary(s): KP2 $73,156.00 - $90,480.00 per year Closing Date: October 19, 2026 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months. Duties: The Park Planner provides planning expertise to support the strategic direction established for the provincial park system. The role leads park planning initiatives, including new park establishment, park management planning, working with Indigenous partners, and the development of policies and projects that support and balance conservation, land use, recreation, and visitor experience objectives in provincial parks across the province. Qualifications: Essential: Post Secondary education in Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, Landscape Planning, Conservation Biology, Ecosystem Management, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience completing complex planning, policy or project initiatives Experience conducting consultation and engagement processes with a variety of stakeholders and building and maintaining effective relationships with community groups, stakeholders, and Indigenous partners. Knowledge of land use planning and natural resource management for conservation, restoration, education, and recreation purposes. Knowledge of biodiversity conservation, protected areas science, and ecological principles. Knowledge and understanding of Treaty and Indigenous rights as they relate to provincial park establishment and management. Experience with GIS applications (ArcGIS 3.2 or newer versions) and applying GIS data to planning projects. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex park management issues. Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver presentations to diverse audiences. Excellent written communication skills, including experience preparing reports, management plans, briefing materials, and technical documents. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a complex planning environment. Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence without restrictions. Apply to: Advertisement # 45602 Talent Acquisition Human Resource Services 600-259 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9 Phone: 204-945-7518 Fax: 204-945-0601 Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. _

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education in natural resources, environmental science, landscape planning, conservation biology, ecosystem management, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Candidates need experience with complex planning or project initiatives, consultation and engagement, GIS and ArcGIS, and strong knowledge of land use planning, natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, protected areas, ecological principles, and Treaty and Indigenous rights.