About this role
The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD)Parks WorkerCompetition #V2042(Full-Time, Temporary)Closing Date: 4:30pm, Friday, October 2, 2026The Sunshine CoastA natural paradise blessed with mild winters, beautiful surroundings, and showcasing the best aspects of outdoor adventure, arts, and culture. Bordered by rugged mountains and blue ocean waters, situated on a peninsula (not an island) in the ancestral lands of the shíshálh (Sechelt) and Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) First Nations, this is the Sunshine Coast. Whatever hobby or interest you might enjoy, we have it right here. Hike the trails, get out in a kayak, try golfing, swimming, fishing, cross-country skiing, attend festivals, visit museums, go whale-watching, or any of the other recreational activities that are right at our doorstep. Big city life is only a 40-minute ferry ride away. A preferred tourist destination, a great place to live and play, now is the time to consider making this amazing place your home.Parks Worker Position OverviewThe Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is currently inviting applications for the temporary full-time position of Parks Worker to be responsible for the maintenance of the SCRD?s parks properties and assets in a public safety conscious manner, assisting in or completing construction projects as required. Further details are included in the job description found at www.scrd.ca/careers.Compensation and BenefitsWe offer a competitive compensation package immediately upon hire. This position includes an additional $3.05 per hour cash-in-lieu of benefits, offers 6% vacation pay, and after 30 days of employment the wage rate will include an additional 5% in lieu of statutory holiday pay. After 90 days of employment, temporary employees are eligible for up to five (5) paid sick days for previously scheduled work. We also provide for free confidential counselling through an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP). Please note that current regular employees of the SCRD who post into temporary vacancies will retain full benefit coverage.The Parks Worker is a bargaining unit position with a wage rate of $35.38 per hour, working 37.50 hours per week, in a temporary capacity. Upon the return of the incumbent, there will be the opportunity to move from temporary full-time to casual along with the opportunity to join the General Casual List and potentially access work in other areas.How to ApplyWe welcome your application! Please send a current resume and a cover letter quoting the competition number via email by the closing date and time shown above. In the subject line of the email please include your name and the competition number. The SCRD is committed to equitable access to employment opportunities. We value a diverse workforce to best represent the communities we serve, and we thank all applicants in advance for your interest. Contact: [email protected] or www.scrd.ca/careers