Position Summary

Reporting to the Parks & Recreation Supervisor, the Parks Coordinator is responsible for the management of County parks, campgrounds, day-use areas, trails, and streetscapes within County Hamlets; supervision of full-time parks labourers and seasonal labour staff; awarding and managing contracts with parks and campground operators; implementation of projects developed in the annual operational and capital budgets; planning and delivery of the Recreation & Parks Strategic Plan and assisting the Community Services department as a whole.

Position Responsibilities

Campground Contract Supervision

• Prepare and supervise contracts for operation and maintenance of County parks and campgrounds.

• Orient campground operators.

• Ensure parks and campgrounds are effectively maintained.

• Ensure documentation of operating records and maintenance checklists and monthly/annual attendance reports are completed and filed.

• Coordinate development and repair of park and campground amenities and facilities.

• Collect and submit water well and lake samples as required.

• Coordinate dangerous tree assessments and removals.

Park Space Maintenance

• Prepare and supervise contracts for the maintenance of County parks and day-use areas.

• Recruitment and supervision of full-time parks labour staff and seasonal parks staff for year-round maintenance duties.

• Trains staff in all aspects of their positions including emergency procedures, safe operating practices, County park space, grass cutting, and landscaping requirements.

• Provide ongoing playground, park space, and amenity inspections, dangerous tree assessments and removals, and coordinate all necessary repairs.

Special Projects

• Assist in the development of short and long term strategic plans and be responsible for their implementation.

• Utilize GIS, surveying, and other professional services to develop trails, parks, and concept plans.

• Coordinate public and stakeholder input/needs assessments on parks, campgrounds, and streetscape projects.

• Assist the Recreation Program Coordinator with programming events, and equipment rentals.

• Ensure park areas are maintained before and after community events.

Community Development

• Provide assistance to community groups planning park space improvement on their lands.

• Assist in the development of direct recreation programming for community members through advisory assistance to community groups and directly to County facilities operated by community groups.

• Receive and reconcile complaints and inquiries from the puiblic and stakeholders.

Community Halls & Recreation Facilities

• Provide support to the Parks & Recreation Supervisor with operational and capital projects as required.

• Develop and maintain a basic knowledge of arena and pool operations.

• Assist with inspection of facilities as requested.

Administration

• Respond to public inquiries/complaints, and maintain good public relations with park users and residents.

• Coordinate advertising for all parks, campground programs. special events, and project opportunities.

• Coordinate, evaluate, and recommend for approval awarding of contracts and agreements.

• Ensure proper financial procedures are followed, process invoices and maintain accurate financial record keeping.

• Assist in the development of the annual operational and capital budgets for parks and campgrounds.

• Prepare grant applications and provide grant accountability.

• Maintain inventory of parks equipment, general supplies, and vehicle fleet.

• Maintain accurate record keeping for maintenance and repairs.

• Develop and coordinate staff schedules and ensure proper time sheet completion and submission.

• Prepare reports for the Yellowhead County Recreation Board, Yellowhead County Council, and other levels of government and private sectors.

Safety

• Contribute as a safety leader to the County's Health & Safety Program..

• Complete ongoing safety training and ensure relevant competencies and certifications are up to date.

• Investigate safety incidents and participate in internal and external audits and field safety inspections.

Qualification, Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements

Education/Skills

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in Recreation or other related field.

• Alberta Association of Recreation Facility Personnel (AARFP) Parks & Sportsfields Level 1 and 2.

• Canadian Playground Safety Institute Playground Inspector Certificate.

• One (1) year supervisory experience.

• Three (3) years experience in Recreation and/or Parks setting.

• Experience with equipment operation (chainsaw, forklift, skid steer, UTV/ATV, powered mobile equipment, etc.).

• Experience working with community societies and/or boards.

• Standard First Aid and CPR.

• Valid Class 5 Driving License.

• Defensive Driving certificate.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership/supervision and project management.

• General equipment operation, experience towing trailers and load securement.

• Working knowledge of Provincial legislation, permit/license applications and reporting.

Working Environment

Working Environment

• This position requires effective collaboration with other departments.

• This position works alone.

• Significant travel is required when performing fieldwork.

The salary range is $81,074 to $100,532 per year. Yellowhead County offers a competitive benefit package.

This competition closes September 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM.

At this time, we will only be contacting applicants who have been selected to move forward in the recruitment process. If you are selected, you will be contacted by Human Resources.

The personal information collected as a result of this advertisement is under the authority of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) s.4(c) and will be utilized for these employment opportunities only. Questions about the collection or use of this information can be directed to Human Resources at 780-723-4800.

Company

Yellowhead County

Location

Edson, AB

Closing Date

Sep 26, 2025 04:30 PM