River Valley Ambassador

• 6 months of experience working with the public, tour groups, children, or delivering community programs
• Experience working directly with members of the public in a park or outdoor setting
• Knowledge of local River Valley ecology, trail etiquette, and outdoor stewardship practices
• Ability to ice skate (for those who do not skate, the ability to wear ice cleats and walk safely on ice is required)

required for success:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for clear, real-time public guidance and information sharing
• Ability to translate passion for the outdoors into engaging public education about wildlife safety, environmental stewardship, and park etiquette
• Excellent conflict resolution and interpersonal skills to handle sensitive feedback and community interactions constructively
• Proficiency with digital tools, including the Google Workspace suite
• Competency in capturing visual content (photos/videos)
• Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate written records, logs, and site data
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff within various park spaces
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher. Candidates will be required to arrange their own transportation and, where appropriate, will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the candidate to obtain business-use auto insurance
• Possession of current Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including walking, standing for extended periods, and occasional lifting up to 20 lbs (and rarely up to 50 lbs)
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions across different seasons
• Applicants may be tested

• Note: Due to the nature of this work, this position is not eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
• 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
• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor park environments, with frequent exposure to changing weather conditions, hot/cold temperatures, and precipitation
• Involves regular public interactions and active movement across park terrain
• Availability to work during the evenings, weekends, and holidays is required

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 2 ongoing part-time positions

Hours of Work : Up to 39 hours per week

Salary Range : $21.918 - $26.183 (Hourly)

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