Snow School Instructor, Southeastern Alberta (Drumheller)

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Location:

Cypress Hills Provincial Park, AB

Company:

Government of Alberta

Job Information

Job Title: Snow School Instructor

Job Requisition ID: 78480

Ministry: Forestry and Parks

Location: Cypress Hills– Hidden Valley Ski Hill

Full or Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary: Wage Seasonal Position

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidate Selected

Classification: Administrative Support 3 (based on 40 hours per week)

Salary: $23.28 to $29.46 per hour

Provincial Parks are essential to the quality of life that Albertans enjoy. They conserve our natural landscapes and wildlife habitat and offer a broad range of nature-based outdoor recreational opportunities. Alberta’s parks inspire people to discover, value, protect, and enjoy the natural world and the benefits it provides for current and future generations.

For more information on Park locations visit: Valley Ski Resort is located in Cypress Hills Provincial Park, (also known as Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park). The Park spans the Southeast corner of Alberta and the Southwest corner of Saskatchewan. The unique landscape of the area contrasts the surrounding prairie landscapes, making it an exciting destination for winter recreation opportunities.

The Ski Resort is located on the Alberta side of the park, 10 minutes from the town site of Elkwater, AB and 40 min from Medicine Hat, AB.

For more information about Hidden Valley Ski Resort, visit ski and/or snowboard lessons to members of the public of all ages, including school groups, multi-week lessons, group lessons and private lessons.

Delivering consistent and positive guest experiences.

Clearing snow and ice from walkways and parking lots using hand shovels, snow blowers and other snow removal equipment.

This position primarily works outdoors in variable winter weather conditions and cold temperatures and requires great physical stamina. Working across departments may be required to fulfill operation needs.

Competencies Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Qualifications Required

High School diploma and one year of related experience.

Minimum Level 1 CSIA (Ski Instructor Certification) or CASI (Snowboard Instructor Certification) or equivalent.

Recognized current Standard First Aid Certificate

Current CPR Level C Certificate / AED

Clean criminal record check with vulnerable sector

Additional Assets

One year of related experience in teaching, coaching or working with youth.

Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge of park facilities/services, especially Hidden Valley Ski Resort.

Terms of Employment

Shifts are 8 hours a day, up to 40 hours a week.

Candidate must be willing to work weekends and holidays, varying start dates from January 2026, until March 2026, pending end of ski season and operational needs.

Various low-cost staff housing are available for rent in Elkwater.

There is no public transportation to the Ski Resort; you must have reliable transportation to and from work. The Ski Resort is located about 10 minutes from Elkwater and about 40 minutes from Medicine Hat.

Any initial costs associated with obtaining required documents/checks as noted will be the responsibility of the candidate. However, some reimbursements may occur. Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

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