Parks Canada
 
Jasper, AB
$81,058–$89,969 a year - Temporary
 

Job details
Pay
$81,058–$89,969 a year
Job type
Temporary
Shift and schedule
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Holidays

Location
Jasper, AB

Full job description
Reference number
CAP26J-183737-000005

Selection process number
2026-CAP-JAS-EA-TERM-014

Location
Jasper National Park of Canada (Alberta)

Salary
$81,058 to $89,969 - (salary under review)

Level
PE-02

Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada.


About the position
Duties
Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, this position will be responsible for providing operational human resources support in occupational health and safety and staffing and may provide advice related to classification, labour relations, learning, disability management, or human resource planning.
We are also looking for someone who has the drive and ability to work both independently and in collaboration with their other members of Parks Canada’s team. This includes working with different departments within the Jasper Field Unit, as well as across other field units and national office. This role requires someone with the ability to distill complex and complicated information and processes into simple and practical terms for client groups and stakeholders. Strong communication, interpersonal skills and ability to lead through influence are important to succeeding in this role.
Work environment
Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.
The mountains are calling…
Come and fall in love with the mountains that surround us every day. Our laid-back mountain town offers easy access to majestic peaks, endless outdoor adventure, pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife.
Jasper is the largest and wildest of the Rocky Mountain National Park, extending over 11,000 square kilometers. Over 2 million visitors a year come to explore the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes and waterfalls and the twinkling galaxy of stars.
If you have a passion for the outdoors, come live and work in this beautiful place and explore these extraordinary mountains. We offer a work life balance that will enable you to spend your free time hiking, biking, skiing, camping or just taking in the beauty of your surroundings.
Be part of a dedicated team, working hard to protect and restore our national parks and historic sites; play a role in enabling people to further discover and connect with our parks and heritage now and for generations to come.
You’ll be able to call a beautiful national park “HOME”.
On-site presence is required for this role. Parks Canada Housing is an option that could be explored to assist you in making this happen.
Intent of the process
This process will be used to staff one temporary position on-location in Jasper National Park for one year.

Positions to be filled
1

Important messages
The Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2024).
We will only accept on-line applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site. No cover letter required – Respond to questions in the on-line application.
*** NOTE: When submitting your application to this selection process, you will be required to answer screening questions to demonstrate how you meet the Essential Qualifications (Education and all Essential Experiences) as well as any Asset Qualifications (if applicable).
Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the Education and Experience factors listed in the Essential Qualifications when responding to the questions in the on-line application. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples with significant details to explain WHEN, WHERE and HOW you meet each factor. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described when responding to the questions in the on-line application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.
The asset qualifications are not essential to the job but would be an asset in carrying out the duties of the position. They may be used in screening, assessment or determining right fit for this selection process.
Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact Jasper HR rhjasper-jasperhr@pc.gc.ca prior to the closing date.
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.
Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance - All employees of the Federal Government are required to meet Reliability Status; details of the screening process and applications will be provided at the time of interviews.

Learn more about security screening process.

Possession and maintenance of a valid class 5 driver's license (Class L, N or other graduated licenses will not be accepted).

Operational Requirements
Willingness to work weekends, shift work, statutory holidays and overtime if required.
Willingness to travel and work in a variety of climatic and geographical conditions to various work sites.
Willingness to wear identifier clothing and use safety equipment and follow safety procedures.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in human resources management, labour or industrial relations, psychology, public or business administration, organizational development, education sciences, social sciences, sociology, or in any other field relevant to the work to be performed;
OR
Certification as Chartered Professionals in Human Resources;
OR
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable experience in human resources.
OR
An acceptable combination of education, training and experience, that is comparable to a degree from a recognized posted secondary institution with specialization relevant to the work to be performed, may serve as an alternative to meet the minimum education standard.
Grandparenting Clause:
Indeterminate and term incumbents of positions in the PE group in Parks Canada Agency and the Public Service on or before October 3, 2008, and who do not possess the education level prescribed above, are deemed to meet the minimum education standard based on their education, training and/or experience.
Proof of education will be required at time of interview.
Learn more about degree equivalency.

EXPERIENCE:
Experience providing advice and recommendations to management in the following HR disciplines: staffing, labour relations, occupational health and safety, disability management, classification, or HR Planning
Experience providing advice and guidance to managers in a unionized, operational environment.
Experience managing competing priorities and deadlines in an operational environment.
Applied / assessed at a later date

KNOWLEDGE:
Human resources framework, policies and processes in federally legislated work environments.
ABILITIES:
Adaptability.
Client Focus.
Communicates effectively, clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Demonstrates integrity and respect.
Judgement / Analytical Thinking.
Organizational Awareness.
Shows initiative.
Works effective and collaboratives with others, both colleagues and clients.
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

Learn more about language requirements.

You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date

ASSET EXPERIENCE:
Experience preparing and/or delivering training sessions or presentations.
Experience with the staffing process and procedures within the federal public service.
Experience in applying policies, procedures and/or legislation related to Human Resources.
Our commitment
We're 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 contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Learn more about assessment accommodation.

Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

To encourage workforce diversity, consideration may be given to candidates who self-declare as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
How to apply
Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs.

Information you must provide
Your résumé
Contact information for 3 references
We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Hiring organization contact
Name: Jackie Landry, Acting Human Resources Manager
Email address: jackie.landry@pc.gc.ca