ROC Ski Patrol

ROC Ski Patrol

(Posting #2024.124S)

Department:                          Community Services

Division:                                Parks Development and Operations

Location:                               ROC

Status:                                   Seasonal (November 25, 2024 – April 4, 2025)

Hours of Work:                     12 – 32 hours per week                         

Number of Positions:           4

Hourly Wage:                        $18.40 – $20.15 per hour

Training Wage:                      $18.40 per hour

Date Posted:                         September 5, 2024

Date Closing:                        October 18, 2024

Come work with us!

Employment with the Town of Georgina offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. We are a progressive, forward-thinking organization focused on continuous improvement, innovation and providing exceptional customer service. We offer a collaborative team environment and an excellent place to take charge of your career.​

Position Purpose

Ensure the ongoing safety of our guests by monitoring hill and trail conditions and managing them effectively. Proactively maintaining a safe environment with a high level of care for our guests, as well as administering first aid as required. For full details, please see attached job description.

Minimum Qualifications

• You must provide your own personal equipment: skis, boots, bindings, layering clothes, eyewear, gloves, helmet etc. Medical vest/pack with EMS supplies will be provided by the Corporation.


• At least 16 years of age;


• Valid First Aid/CPR;


• Valid Police Vulnerable Sector Screening, deemed as satisfactory by the Town;


• Valid Ontario class G Driver’s license an asset but not required;


• Must be prepared to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays;

How to apply

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter, identifying the Job Title and Job ID#. Please apply by visiting the www.georgina.ca/careers no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date. The assessment process may include a practical test and/or interview.

Committed to diversity and a barrier-free environment

The Town of Georgina is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Team if you require an accommodation(s) and we will work with you to meet your needs throughout any stage of the process. Please be advised that this information will be treated in a confidential manner.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Further information concerning the collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Manager, Town of Georgina, 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick, ON L4P 3G1 (905) 476-4301

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: ROC Ski Patrol

Position #: SE8

Department: Community Services

Division: The ROC

Reports To: ROC Operations Supervisor and ROC Lead Hand

Employee Group: Seasonal 

Direct Reports: None

Position Summary

Ensure the ongoing safety of our guests by monitoring hill and trail conditions and managing them effectively. Proactively maintaining a safe environment with a high level of care for our guests, as well as administering first aid as required.

Responsibilities

• Morning hill set-up and evening sweep to ensure proper signage, fencing, and communications services are in place and that there are no natural or man-made hazards;


• Ensures clear communication with other departments as it relates to the safety of the hill/trails;


• Provides and maintains a presence while on hill/trail while remaining available to assist guests;


• Ensures hill/trails are safe during operation hours, identifies any potential safety hazards and monitors conditions of fencing by performing regular run checks;


• Promotes accident reduction through Skier/Snowboarder Education and maintenance of mountain safety and rescue equipment;


• Ensures that guests are complying with Rules of Conduct;


• Maintains warning signs, merge ropes, ski/snowboard boundary ropes, slow panels, padding and fences;


• Responds to emergencies and provides medical care to the sick and injured and ensures that accident documentation is completed;


• Transports patients down the hill to the base area by toboggan for medical treatment and/or arrangement of transport to a medical facility;


• Extrication of patients from compromising situations and places, including rescue and emergency evacuation;


• Assists other areas as requested (i.e. grooming, snowmaking, lifts);


• Carries out all responsibilities with the highest level of professionalism;


• Complies with all procedures and policies.

Equipment

• You must provide your own personal equipment: skis, boots, bindings, layering clothes, eyewear, gloves, helmet etc. Medical vest/pack with EMS supplies will be provided by the Corporation.

Skill/Knowledge Requirements

• At least 16 years of age;


• A minimum of one-year previous experience is preferred;


• Registered or hold current certification with the Canadian Ski Patrol or equivalent training (i.e. First Responder/Paramedic Training) is an asset;


• Skiing Ability would be an asset – ability to ski all of the terrain, in all snow conditions;


• High level of physical conditioning, endurance and strength;


• Ability to work well under pressure;


• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, communication, writing, documentation and customer service skills;


• Thorough working knowledge of all applicable health and safety regulations and legislation;


• Ability to work in and withstand severe cold and adverse weather conditions;


• Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends;


• Valid First Aid/CPR;


• Valid Police Vulnerable Sector Screening, deemed as satisfactory by the Town;


• Valid Ontario class G Driver’s license an asset but not required;