Parks & Recreation Supervisor

Department: Public Works – Parks & Recreation Program Posting Date: March 31, 2023

Location: Nipissing First Nation, ON Schedule: Standard Work Week

Job type: Full-time, Contract Ends March 29, 2024 Vacancies: 1

Reports To: Public Works Manager

Parks & Recreation Supervisor will oversee Parks & Recreation team, ensure maintenance, building and repair work on NFN public spaces and with Elders or community members requiring assistance with outdoor clean up or maintenance. The Park & Recreation Supervisor plan, facilitate and supervise the work of the team assigned to their area while encouraging a team environment by recognizing the strengths of that team and using them to their advantage while continuing to work alongside the team.

What you’ll do in the role

Discuss, delegate, supervise plans/duties and schedules with the Parks & Recreation program
Provide clear direction supervision of staff, cleaning and maintenance services for First Nation properties and spaces.
Instill into all staff a culture of quality workmanship by reporting and investigating corrective actions verified with the immediate supervisor.
Lead and take part in various construction and laborer duties to provide maintenance of grounds, gardens, parking lots, and sidewalks.
Establish good working relations and rapport with Parks & Recreation staff and NFN
Ensure all equipment and tools are maintained and available for the task that they are intended for.
Assist in scheduled equipment care, maintenance, and
Set lead examples to your team regarding excellent Health and Safety
Ensure Personal Protective Equipment and related supplies are

Just a few reasons to join Nipissing First Nation

Opportunity to work with a dynamic team with career growth across multiple departments
Nipissing First Nation prides itself in providing its employees with job security, competitive wages and a safe working environment.
On-the-job training to support your success in the role
Casual dress
Better than average vacation and leave packages

What you bring to the table

Respect for Indigenous culture and willingness to learn
Must have experience in a supervisory
Secondary school diploma will be considered an asset
Must have knowledge and experience in construction, facilities, and
Must have current CPR/First Aid – Level C or be willing to obtain
Must be in good physical condition, with ability of standing, moving, reaching, bending, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and placing heavy items weighing up to 100 lbs
Must have the below Health and Safety training certificates, or be willing to obtain:
OHSA for supervisors
Cold Stress
WHMIS
Propane Handling/Cylinder Exchange Safety
Confined Space
PPE Infection Prevention

Knowledge and understanding of conflict management
Ability to provide proper assessment, reporting and documentation on team
Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s license and the ability to provide a clean 5-year abstract
Preference will be given to those who have a reliable vehicle
Basic computer knowledge of MS Office Suite and Office 365 is required
Must be punctual and reliable

Application Deadlines:

Nipissing First Nation adheres to the following process for our recruitment practices.

Closing April 14, 2023 – 1st Round

Opportunities are open to all registered Nipissing First Nation Please advise your status in your application
Applicants who are considered Round 2 or Round 3 will not be considered, regardless of when the application is received
If no suitable candidate is found, the process will proceed to Stage Two

Closing April 21, 2023 – 2nd Round

Opportunities are open to spouses and children of registered Nipissing First Nation members and registered members of other First Please advise your status in your application
Applicants who are considered Round 3 will not be considered, regardless of when the application is received
If no suitable candidate is found, the process will proceed to Stage Three

Closing April 28, 2023 – 3rd Round

Opportunities are open to all applicants (status and non-status)
The posting will be open until filled

Nipissing First Nation supports the training and growth of their members and strongly encourages their members to apply to positions. Work experience and training opportunities are taken into consideration when screening applications.

Nipissing First Nation members are encouraged to apply to all rounds of employment postings. As per Section 24(1)(a) of the Ontario Human Rights Code, Nipissing First Nation gives preference to First Nation applicants for any employment opportunities.

If you are excited by this opportunity and want to be a part of Nipissing First Nation, please apply online by emailing your cover letter and resume to resumes@nfn.ca no later than 4:30pm on the application deadline noted above.

Miigwech to all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.