Why work for the Town of Canmore? For starters, you can take excellent pride in our collaborative organization, its positive work culture and our exceptional team of talented professionals who accomplish outstanding work each and every day for its citizens. You will have the opportunity to join a team that is professional, fun, dedicated and passionate about creating beautiful, sustainable and accessible public parks and outdoor spaces for all residents and visitors to experience.
Position Overview: The Parks & Cemetery Coordinator is a multifaceted role within the Public Works team, reporting to the Supervisor of Parks. The position provides administrative and operational support to the Parks team, coordinates cemetery operations and customer service, serves as the primary administrator of the Parks SharePoint site, and supports departmental projects through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The role includes both office-based and field responsibilities.
Core Accountabilities: Cemetery Operations & Customer Service Manage cemetery records, permits, and customer inquiries with accuracy and empathy for families during sensitive times
Process burial permits, interment requests, and cemetery-related documentation in compliance with the Alberta Cemeteries Act
Maintain detailed cemetery databases and mapping systems to ensure accurate lot records and information retrieval
Coordinate with funeral homes, families, and internal teams to facilitate seamless cemetery operations
Respond professionally to complaints and sensitive client issues with diplomacy and respect
Parks Administrative Support Provide administrative coordination to the Parks team including scheduling, correspondence,



and file management
Support departmental projects through research, data compilation, and stakeholder communication
Maintain accurate records, reports, and databases related to parks operations and maintenance
Assist with budget tracking, invoicing, and financial documentation as required
SharePoint Site Administration Serve as primary administrator for the Parks SharePoint site, ensuring current and organized content
Update documents, schedules, and resources to support team collaboration and information sharing
Train team members on site navigation and usage to maximize effectiveness
Stakeholder Collaboration Communicate clearly and respectfully with internal departments, interest holders, contractors, and the public
Coordinate meetings and maintain documentation of discussions, decisions, and action items
Support relationship-building between Parks, Cemetery operations, and community members
Data Management & Reporting Utilize Microsoft Office Suite—particularly Excel to compile, analyze, and present operational data
Generate reports on cemetery operations, parks activities, and departmental metrics
Maintain attention to detail and accuracy in all records, databases, and communications
Health and Safety Fulfill worker responsibilities under the Town of Canmore Health & Safety Directive
Participate in the Town’s health and safety program, following all safety legislation, policies, and procedures
Perform work safely and protect the health and safety of yourself and others
Refrain from causing or participating in harassment or violence
Report incidents, injuries, and unsafe or harmful worksites, acts, or conditions

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📌 Parks and Cemetery Coordinator (Alberta)
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