Communications Assistant: Social Media and Outreach

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

Duties

• Assist with the creation and writing of digital communications materials – including but not limited to social media campaigns, web content, e-newsletters, media information, and other documents;
• Support in assembling and organizing information, coordinating communication approvals, and preparing content for publication;
• Participate in virtual or in-person events to engage the public; deliver educational messages or activities and provide visitor information on Parks Canada administered places in Southwestern Ontario;
• Record accounts of public interactions and file electronic reports on events and successes;
• Potential travel in Southwestern Ontario to assist with special events at Parks Canada administered places;
• Support in data organization for photo and video gallery and promotions products;
• Assist as needed with events both at our sites and in neighbouring communities, tourism programs, and other promotions and marketing tasks.

Work environment

Do you want to contribute to an exceptional mandate?
Would you like to work with partners who are passionate about what they do?
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Parks Canada is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2024) and by Mediacorp as a Top Employer in the National Capital Region (2024).

Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada's outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.

Parks Canada's Southwestern Ontario Field Unit is a geographical area that encompasses approximately 30,000 km2 of Canada's unique natural and cultural heritage. From the picturesque Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake to the most Southern point of Canada at Point Pelee National Park, the Southwestern Ontario Field Unit offers a truly distinctive work environment. On behalf of Canadians, we actively operate 4 National Historic Sites, 1 National Park and a Field Unit office in the most densely populated and diverse area of the country.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff youth for the 2025 operating season (May-August 2025).

We may only contact candidates who demonstrated clearly in their resume the skills required for this opportunity. This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels or linguistic requirements in the same or other parts of the country.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the Education and Experience criteria listed in the Statement of Qualifications (see below). Applicants must list both of these factors in their cover letter, and then write one or two paragraphs for each demonstrating how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. Failure to clearly demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the Education and Experience factors found on the Statement of Qualifications (see below), may result in the rejection of your application. Normally, applicants will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information."

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:

ED1 • An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience in social media and/or communications.

Degree equivalency

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:

k1 • Knowledge of curating marketing materials to target audiences;
k2 • Knowledge of Parks Canada’s mandate and Parks Canada sites in Southwestern Ontario.

Abilities:

A1 • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team;
A2 • Ability to communicate exceptionally well in writing and interact effectively with the public (virtually or in person).;
A3 • Ability to be well-organized and to plan, prioritize, and complete assignments;
A4 • Ability to create, deliver, and assess social media content.

Personal Suitability:

PS1: Exercises sound judgment.
PS2: Strives for excellence.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Asset Experience:

AEX1: Experience with photography / videography.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Willingness to work irregular hours, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, if required;
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions;
• Willingness to occasionally wear a Parks Canada uniform and/or mascot costume;
• Willingness to work in person in a Parks Canada administration building as part of a hybrid position;
• Parks Canada prohibits smoking in the workplace.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.