Do you have strong communication skills and excel at customer service? If so, consider this opportunity with Ontario Parks.
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About the job
As the Gate Attendant, you will:
• provide general information about the park to visitors in person, via phone and email • collaborate with all park program areas to update park information • issue and file permits • collect park fees, sell merchandise, record all funds received and balance cash • register park users and report revenues • assist in the training and leadership of students and volunteers
What you bring to the team
Mandatory:
• You must possess a valid class 'G' driver's licence as recognized by the province of Ontario. • You must possess oral French language skills at the advanced level and written French at the advanced-minus level. Your proficiency will be confirmed before hire.
Technical knowledge:
• You possess knowledge of office procedures, clerical processes and the ability to operate office machines and equipment.
Interpersonal, organizational and communication skills:
• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills to prepare correspondence and provide customer service. • You have the ability to understand, apply and interpret operational policies, procedures and acts to provide information to peers and park visitors. • You have demonstrated organizational, mathematical and cash handling skills.
Computer skills:
• You possess the ability to use personal computers, software applications, databases, reservation systems and can perform data entry.
Additional information:
Apply by:
Friday, February 21, 2025 11:59 pm EST
Position details:
1 Bilingual English/French Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 42 weeks, East Gate Complex, Algonquin Provincial Park, North Region
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