• 05-May-2026 to 12-May-2026 (MST)
• Medicine Hat, AB, CAN
• Temporary, Full Time

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Growing Canada's Community Canopies Assistant!

Temporary (12-week Term) | Full‑Time | On site

Starting at $24.16/hour

Help grow a greener & healthier community, one tree at a time. If you're energized by outdoor work, community impact, and hands‑on learning, this is an opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognized sustainability initiative while gaining practical experience in parks operations. As a Growing Canada's Community Canopies Assistant, you'll play a meaningful role in expanding urban tree cover, supporting environmental stewardship, and helping shape the public spaces that residents enjoy every day.

What you'll do

• Contribute directly to the successful delivery of the Growing Canada's Community Canopies (GCCC) program, supporting the planting and care of hundreds of trees across the community.
• Help ensure accurate tracking and reporting of program outcomes by collecting, recording, and organizing data that supports informed decision‑
• Support the coordination and delivery of trees to community partners, including schools and the public, helping foster community engagement and environmental awareness.
• Assist with monitoring tree planting initiatives in public park spaces, contributing to long‑term sustainability and canopy growth goals.
• Play a key role in day‑to‑day program support, helping keep projects moving efficiently and safely.

What you bring

• A genuine interest in environmental sustainability, parks, and community‑focused initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, professional approach when working with colleagues, partners, and the public.
• Self‑motivation, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• The flexibility to collaborate as part of a team while also taking ownership of individual responsibilities.
• Dependability, organization, and pride in producing accurate, high‑quality work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program.
• Working knowledge of GIS/GPS technology and comfort capturing data points
• A minimum of one (1) month experience in Parks related activities.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with an acceptable driving record.
• Available to work a full-time schedule from May to August 28.
• This position has been identified as Safety Sensitive and requires the completion of a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen, which includes testing for cannabis use

Why you'll love working with us

We show up with accountability, care, and teamwork - every day, with every person. Our values guide how we work together, serve our community, and support one another so we can deliver exceptional public service.

• Collaborative team culture: Be part of a supportive environment where we Team Up to deliver great community outcomes.
• Career growth and development: We encourage you to Be Curious, offering training and development that fosters continuous learning.
• Competitive total rewards: Comprehensive benefits, pension, health and dental coverage, and competitive compensation.
• Flexibility & work life balance: Our commitment to Service with Care includes supporting your wellbeing at work and at home.

Want a deeper look at what it's like to work here? Explore our Culture Playbook, which outlines the values and behaviours that guide our work every day.

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