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The Park & Facility Maintainer will be responsible for completing facility and ice maintenance, building repairs, general cleaning, set-up for events and maintaining our outdoor public areas including parks, playgrounds, splash pad and sports fields.

Reporting To: Facility Supervisor or Parks Supervisor

Responsibilities:
1.    Maintain outdoor public areas including but not limited to municipal parks and playgrounds, sports fields, beachfront, washrooms, skate parks, boardwalk, and bike parks
2.    Tour parks and facilities to identify problems and take corrective actions
3.    Inspect playgrounds, the Bike Park, and the pier to identify hazards and take corrective actions
4.    Support outdoor special events by moving and setting up picnic tables, garbage cans, bleachers, and other items as required by the event organizers
5.    Open and close public washrooms daily and ensure cleanliness, functionality, and stock of supplies 
6.    Maintain boardwalks, gazebos, fountains, walkways, piers, and picnic shelters
7.    Complete general outdoor maintenance of public areas as required - i.e. pick-up garbage, paint surfaces, cut and trim grass, clear tree debris, lay sod, complete minor carpentry work
8.    Install and remove ice surface and complete ice maintenance including driving the ice resurface equipment to flood ice surfaces to a specified thickness on a specific schedule
9.    Complete minor maintenance to tools and equipment - i.e. change oil, lubricate parts, change blades, charge batteries
10.    Maintain inside and outside municipal facilities - i.e. general cleaning of all areas, stock supplies, cut grass, clear snow, spread salt or sand, pick-up garbage, lock/unlock meeting rooms, log specific equipment readings, etc.
11.    Set up and take down tables, chairs, and other equipment for a variety of functions
12.    Respond to questions and concerns from the public, giving out information and resolving problems
13.    Assist with the security of building and patrons
14.    Provide guidance to seasonal and student staff as required
15.    Follow emergency procedures to provide support to the public during crises
16.    Comply with Municipality of Kincardine policies and procedures
17.    Perform other tasks as assigned by management

Education & Experience Requirements:
•    Post- secondary education and/or industry related experience
•    Minimum 3 years of experience in related duties
•    Previous experience in sports field turf and ball diamond infield maintenance 
•    Previous experience in irrigation maintenance and repair, including splash pad operation and outdoor water system winterization
•    Completion of Basic Refrigeration and experience in ice maintenance would be considered an asset
•    A valid CPSI or OPA playground inspection certification is considered an asset 
•    Grower Pesticide Safety Course certification is considered an asset
•    Possess a valid G license and a clean driving record

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
•    Knowledge of procedures and practices to maintain facilities and public spaces 
•    Knowledge of the CAN/CSA-Z614 standards related to playground equipment and repair
•    Ability to work safely and take initiative
•    Willingness to learn
•    Excellent customer service skills with ability to deal tactfully and politely with the public
•    Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a team
•    Must be physically capable of manual labour
•    A demonstrated work history that highlights teamwork and a positive attitude

Employment Information:
•    Permanent, Full-Time Position
•    There will be day, evening, and weekend shifts
•    40 Hours per Week 
•    Non-Union Position
•    Group 5 (Step 1 $28.49/hr - Step 5 $35.61/hr)

Completion of a Criminal Record Check with an Acceptable Result is a Condition of Employment

This job posting is for an existing position within our organization. Artificial Intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by July 31, 2026 at 12:00PM.

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The Planning Coordinator will be responsible for conducting research and compiling information related to land use planning, zoning, consent, part lot control, site plan and subdivisions. This role will assist with the preparation of departmental reports and complete financial administration for developments and special projects.

Reporting To: Manager of Development Services / Chief Building Official

Responsibilities:
1.    Conduct research and compile information related to land use planning, zoning, consent, part lot control, site plan and subdivision, severances
2.    Prepare encroachment agreements, record and review expiry dates and prepare renewals
3.    Prepare zoning by-laws for "holding" designations, part lot control and deeming
4.    Review and process a variety of planning applications, Official Plan amendments, zoning amendments, consents, and minor variances and liaise with the County Planner
5.    Accept development applications and other planning documents and submissions, sign declarations, confirm severance conditions, create response letters etc.
6.    Coordinate the site plan process inclusive of preparing draft agreements, draft by-laws etc.
7.    Coordinate zoning and mapping updates with the local Official Plan and Zoning By-Law
8.    Respond to public inquiries and provide information related to general planning, applications, Official plan, zoning, and related matters 
9.    Post notices and decisions from the Planning Advisory Committee and Committee of Adjustment on the municipal web site, act as secretary for the Committee
10.    Provide planning related information to legal professionals, representatives of government agencies and real estate office and for the general public
11.    Digitize new development files in order to streamline workflow process and enhance service levels
12.    Liaise with staff regarding Official Plan and Comprehensive Zoning By-Law reviews during life cycle and maintenance updates as required
13.    Liaise with the municipal solicitor, government agency representatives and representatives of the land registry office to communicate and request information
14.    Complete general administrative support responsibilities - i.e. correspondence, report writing, document generation, research, financial administration, interaction with stakeholders, coordination of meetings, budget preparation, minute taking for development team and developer meetings etc.
15.    Updates information on the municipal website
16.    Comply with Municipality of Kincardine policies and procedures
17.    Perform other tasks as assigned by management

Education & Experience Requirements:
•    Post- secondary education in a related discipline i.e business, public administration, geography, urban planning, GIS 
•    Two (2) years of experience in a municipal environment 
•    An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
•    Working knowledge of Official Plans, Comprehensive Zoning By-Laws, and other relevant regulations and/or legislation would be considered an asset
•    Knowledge of planning principles, practices, procedures, standards, and relevant legislation
•    Previous experience using Geographical Information System (GIS)
•    Well-developed organization and communication skills
•    Ability to work independently and take initiative
•    Good interpersonal and customer service skills
•    Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public, staff, developers, and councillors
•    A demonstrated work history that highlights teamwork and a positive attitude
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Employment Information:
•    2 Year Contract
•    35 Hours per Week 
•    Non-Union Position
•    Group 7 (Step 1 $32.50/hr - Step 5 $40.62/hr)

This job posting is for an existing position within our organization. Artificial Intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by July 31, 2026 at 12:00PM.

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The Customer Service Representative will be responsible for serving customers in person or on the telephone at the Davidson Centre. This position will assist with the coordination of registration activities and respond to customer inquiries.

Location: Davidson Centre

Reporting To: Recreation Supervisor

Responsibilities:
1.    Respond to in-person or telephone customer inquiries to provide program or operations information, and resolve problems
2.    Register participants for programs, collect registration fees, and provide the required information
3.    Respond to rental inquiries to explain processes and timelines, provide information and the forms required for booking applications as well as complete bookings as requested in booking software
4.    Set up customer accounts and memberships and verify the accuracy of information 
5.    Assist with administrative duties such as record keeping, report writing and cash deposits
6.    Complete website content updates as required
7.    Provide tours of the facility and answer questions as necessary
8.    Provide back-up for the Administrative Assistant - Recreation
9.    Adhere to Municipality of Kincardine corporate policies and procedures
10.    Complete other duties as assigned by Management

Education & Experience Requirements:
•    Post-Secondary education in Business, Office Administration, or a related field
•    2 years of experience in a similar role
•    Working knowledge of recreational programming is considered an asset
•    Valid Standard First Aid and CPR C certificate is required

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
•    Experience with Keystone and/or Active Net would be considered an asset
•    Strong computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook)
•    Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision
•    Previous experience handling cash
•    Excellent customer service, oral and written communication skills
•    Ability to solve problems effectively and adapt to changing priorities
•    Good time-management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
•    Demonstrated work history that highlights teamwork and a positive attitude 

Employment Information:
•    1 Year Contract 
•    Part-Time Position
•    20 Hours per Week 
•    Group 2 (Step 1 - $22.48/hr - Step 5 $28.10/hr)
•    Anticipated Start Date is mid-September 2026

This job posting is for an existing position within our organization. Artificial Intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by July 31, 2026 at 12:00PM.

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