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Apply By: Monday, August 24, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Environmental, Ecological and Outdoor Education Specialist - Seasonal

Job ID: 247044

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming

Division:

Major Attractions, Parks and Operations Division /Fort William Historical Park

City:

Thunder Bay

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Permanent

Job code:

02924 - Museum Assistant 2

Salary:

$1,132.66 - $1,318.97 Per week*

*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Fort William Historical Park offers a variety of programs for school groups and other visitors including history, culture, on water canoeing experiences, and science-based options. The Park is one of the largest living history sites in Canada and invites guests to step back into the past and experience a unique time and place in history. It is also home to the David Thompson Astronomical Observatory which houses one of the largest publicly accessible telescopes in central Canada.

As the Environmental, Ecological and Outdoor Education Specialist, you will play an important role in supporting unique and creative historic and contemporary themed educational program offerings. Apply your specialized knowledge of canoeing, astronomy, ecology and outdoor recreation and your ability to consult with industry experts and stakeholders to plan, coordinate and implement a wide range of educational opportunities for visitors of all ages.

About the job

In this role you will:

- integrate science, history, culture, ecology and the environment to develop programs to explore relationships between nature, people and land use and to assess impacts on the environment
- develop and implement astronomy programs using research grade astronomical instruments
- liaise with academics, educators and enthusiasts to develop, implement and monitor quality astronomical and related natural science programs lead student and public program development
- develop and implement curriculum-based programs and learning experiences e.g. examining flora and fauna, investigating ecological approaches through time
- research and identify current program opportunities for parklands in accordance with environmental assessment guidelines and in consultation with regulatory authorities as required
- serve as safety lead and in-house trainer for on-water programs including arranging the procurement of trainers and training front line staff
- plan, develop and implement educational and recreational programming activities, such as bird watching, nature trails, hikes, canoeing, and heritage related recreation for clients of all ages
- participate in historical dramatizations, pageants, festivals, special events

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

Class G Drivers Licence

Specialized knowledge and skills

You have knowledge of:





- astronomical principles and research grade astronomical instruments
- the natural sciences and the teaching of its principles as it relates to a broad spectrum learners
- regulatory guidelines as they pertain to environmentally sensitive flora and fauna
- on-water safety standards and lifesaving principles and expertise in canoeing
- Ontario school curriculum guidelines to develop and co-ordinate programs and activities

Problem-solving skills and related experience

You have:

- planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills to resolve issues and respond to emergency situations.
- experience working at an interpretive site, museum, or educational facility.

Communication and interpersonal skills

You have:

- communication skills to interact with stakeholders, participate in historical dramatizations and interpretive demonstrations, and prepare reports and correspondence
- facilitation, training and instructional skills to guide and teach others
- ability to create and maintain stakeholder relationships

General skills

You have:

- planning and organizational skills to plan and coordinate activities
- demonstrated knowledge of computer systems and a variety of software such as word-processing, desktop graphics, and databases

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

- diversity,



equity and inclusion initiatives
- accessibility
- Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information:

Apply by: Monday, August 24, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

- 1 English Permanent, 1350 King Rd, Thunder Bay, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check

Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 3-A

Category:

Education and Training

Posted on:

Monday, August 10, 2026

Note:

- About security checks: A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.

If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.

Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.

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How to apply:

- You must apply online.
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

- Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

- Read the to make sure you understand this job.
- OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
- If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information.

Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment: All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French.

Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

Strengthening Ontario, together

📌 Environmental, Ecological and Outdoor Education Specialist - Seasonal (Thunder Bay)
🏢 Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming
📍 Thunder Bay