Head Gate Attendant

• The successful candidate will work 36.25 hours per week from February to December. You will also be required to work shifts, weekends and statutory holidays as required.
• Due to the nature of the position, the successful candidate will be required to work all shifts on site. No remote work is available.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

What can I expect to do in this role?

• coordinate and perform the registration of campers and day use visitors to the park
• provide group leadership and training to gate staff
• provide excellent customer service to clients and guests of the park
• assist with revenue receiving functions
• perform a variety of clerical duties

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
• You must have the ability to obtain a valid First Aid Certificate.
• You are able to work shifts, weekends and holidays as required.

Communication and Customer Service Skills:

• You can provide general direction and leadership to park staff.
• You can provide effective customer service to park guests.
• You can prepare a variety of written correspondence.

Mathematical and Cash Handling Skills:

• You can replenish cash floats, receive cash and credit/debit card transactions.
• You can prepare and reconcile shift summaries and bank deposits.
• You can report revenues in accordance with policy directives and compile statistics on park activities.

Leadership and supervisory skills:

• You have experience and ability in providing guidance and leadership to staff.
• You have the ability to handle human resources related matters, manage work schedules, address pay issues and other supervisory duties.

General Skills:

• You have organizational and effective time management skills to establish work priorities.
• You are proficient with various computer software applications (e.g. word-processing, spreadsheet, park management, record-keeping, internet, e-mail, etc.).
• You are able to quickly and accurately perform data entry.

Office Administration Skills:

• You have knowledge of general office administration practices and processes.
• You have the ability to operate and perform minor repairs to a variety of office machines and equipment.

Technical Knowledge:

• You have the ability to acquire general knowledge of park operations and related programs and services to issue permits and provide information to gate staff and park visitors.
• You have basic knowledge of workplace safety legislation and regulations (e.g. Occupational Health & Safety Act).

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