Parks Programs Assistant Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 55393)

Description

The Park Stewardship Programs team coordinates a number of programs that support environmental awareness, beautification and parkland operations. The Park Stewardship Programs team is looking for a Program Assistant to provide support to the Partners in Parks and Boulevard Gardening programs. 

What will you do?

• Create engaging online and print media tools for program promotion and communicating to the public via social media platforms, newsletters and other online communications
• Organize and deliver educational materials and resources through in-person programs, community events, and outreach activities
• Respond promptly to phone and email inquiries from residents and participants
• Complete site visits and resource deliveries to program sites
• Perform inventory assessments, site visits and data collection using various methods
• Interpret mapping information using Google Maps and AEGIS
• Maintain materials and equipment used for program delivery
• Manage program files, ensuring accurate documentation and organization
• Support program recruitment, training, communications, supply distribution, program logistics and recognition activities
• Assist in the assessment of overall program effectiveness
• Track program statistics, evaluate performance metrics and assist with program reporting
• Support other programs as required

Qualifications

• Completion of the first year of a recognized related diploma or degree program
• Experience working in customer service, or with volunteers and/or the general public
• Possession of valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C or the ability to obtain

Assets: 

• Experience delivering/presenting educational and/or recreational programs
• Experience using mapping software ArcGIS, Survey123 or FieldMaps 
• Experience using online media platforms, and digital marketing platforms and the ability to learn new software systems
• Experience identifying plants

Skills required for Success:

• Strong written, oral, presentation and web-based communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience using Google Applications 
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm) 
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Must arrange own transportation to be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy which may require business auto insurance
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toed boots, is a requirement for this position
• Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) security clearance that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and is a requirement of this position. There may be a cost associated with this requirement

Work Environment:

• Must have the ability to work a variety of shifts which will include evenings and weekends
• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months 

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $23.183 - $28.647 (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant: AW/JR

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Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation

Classification Title: Recreation Technician II-8hrs
Posting Date: Jun 09, 2026
Closing Date: June 16, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): Coronation Yard, 14323 - 115 Ave Edmonton T5M 3B8

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