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Career and Employment Opportunities
Throughout the year, Haliburton Forest offers a variety of employment opportunities! With a core staff of over 40 employees, our team is as diverse as can be imagined. A wide variety of skills is applied at Haliburton Forest and with the diversity of its operation and the appeal of its natural resources, staff play a prominent role in the day to day running of this unique organisation. Haliburton Forest is a growing company and positions from forestry and outdoor education to office management and maintenance become available from time to time.

While most positions at Haliburton Forest are long term or permanent, seasonal positions are offered during summer and winter.

All Positions for  2007 have been filled. We expect to be hiring the following staff in the spring of 2008 :

Outdoor Education Specialist
Description: To deliver to a wide variety of client groups, outdoor, environmental and experiential education programs at Haliburton Forest. The tasks include instruction, guidance, education and facilitation. Successful applicants are expected to provide a safe environment for clients, develop and plan programs, assist in the coordination of special events as well as in the general maintenance of site and facilities. During the winter outdoor education staff are deeply involved in the dogsled tour operation of Haliburton Forest.

Requirements:
  • Completed an undergraduate degree in teaching or outdoor education/recreation and related field experience;
  • Current first aid and CPR;
  • Current Bronze Cross;
  • Ropes course/climbing experience is an asset
  • Creative, energetic, and able to participate fully in active programs;
  • Well developed communication and presentation skills:
  • A broad base of experience teaching and leading outdoor and group focused activities;
  • Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment;
  • Experience in maintaining, site, facilities and equipment is an asset

Haliburton Forest's Internship Program:
Haliburton Forest also operates an extensive internship program, designed to provide participants with experiences and skills in fields, otherwise difficult to access. In particular internship positions are available in Outdoor Education, Forestry and Horselogging. Internships commonly run for 4 months, commencing in January, May and September. Room and board is provided during the internship and participation in all aspects of Haliburton Forest's operation is an integral part of the internship experience.

Should you be interested in pursuing a career with us in any position, which may be available, please submit your application by sending a cover letter and resume to:

Program Coordinator
Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve Ltd.
RR#1, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0

Or submit it by email to:
haliburtonforest@sympatico.ca