Job Type: Summer Student Employment
Job Status: Open Vacancy
Location: Niagara Falls, ON (On-site)
Compensation Range: $18.00-$22.00/hr
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until May 31, 2026, and will be reviewed as they are received.
Please note that Niagara Parks operates seasonally; therefore, this position is expected to begin between April and July, depending on operational needs.
Join the Team Behind One of the World’s Most Iconic Destinations
At Niagara Parks, every day brings an opportunity to work somewhere extraordinary. As a self‑financed agency of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, we are the caretakers of 56 kilometers of breathtaking landscapes from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario and the hosts of millions of visitors from around the world.
Our vision is ambitious: to become one of the most spectacular parks in the world. And we’re well on our way thanks to the passionate, enthusiastic, and caring people who power our organization. From attractions and retail to heritage, culinary, and golf operations, our career paths are as diverse as the lands we protect.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
As a student team member, you’ll enjoy a variety of perks designed to support you at work and beyond, including:
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Vacation Pay
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Defined Benefit Pension Plan (Employer Matched)
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Discounts at Niagara Parks retail, culinary, and golf locations
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Complimentary passes to Niagara Parks attractions to share with family and friends
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Free entry at Niagara Parks attractions
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Access to the Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Program
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Exclusive Perkopolis discounts
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Free Uniforms
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Free transportation on the WEGO Green Line and Falls Incline Railway
What You’ll Do
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Implements specified projects and initiatives as assigned.
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Follows daily work plans for stewardship project implementation.
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Participates in the implementation of stewardship activities including, but not limited to invasive species management, shoreline restoration, tree planting, species at risk habitat management.
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Collaborates with other staff and departments to minimize impacts to NPC operations.
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Participates in trail management and inspections.
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Installs habitat and nesting structures.
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Attends and participates in management meetings, as requested.
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Assists with and participates in tree seed collection and training workshops.
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Participates in project monitoring and implements mitigation strategies for deficiencies.
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Participates in the delivery of educational programming, communications, and demonstrations (i.e. general public, school groups, and professionals) as required.
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Participates in flora and fauna inventories for assigned areas.
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Assesses health of natural areas using approved methodology.
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Utilizes GIS to map tree species, habitat types, and project areas.
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Assists with the implementation of NPC’s Shoreline Dock Licence program.
What You’ll Bring
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Currently enrolled in a University or College program in the field of ecology, biology, horticulture or environmental science.
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Ability to obtain a Valid First Aid/CPR certificate.
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One-year previous experience in stewardship project implementation an asset.
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Effective oral and written communication skills include effective presentation skills, good organizational and planning skills and ability to work in a team environment.
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Knowledge of flora and fauna identification is an asset.
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Ability to use and learn the operation of related tools and equipment to complete work tasks to comply with Health and Safety standards.
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Must demonstrate ability to provide strong organizational and planning skills, professionalism and ability to act with tact, diplomacy and confidentiality.
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Knowledgeable of Occupational Health and Safety policies/procedures.
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Have a valid class G drivers license in good standing
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Must be able to work in all weather conditions ( wet, hot, etc.)
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Must be able to safely access and maneuver in rigorous nature trail and non-trail environments.
Our Commitment to Accessibility & Inclusion
Since 1885, Niagara Parks has been dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural and cultural beauty of the Niagara River corridor for future generations. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
We provide a transparent, inclusive and barrier free hiring process consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation to address specific needs related to Code protected grounds, please contact us.
For questions about the collection or use of your personal information, or to request an alternate application format, contact us at 905‑295‑4377 ext. 0 or employment@niagaraparks.com.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Niagara Parks Commission uses AI-assisted tools to help organize and screen resumes based on limited factors such as keywords and role related terms. AI results are only a preliminary aid. Final decisions are made by human reviewers to ensure fair and accurate hiring decisions.
