| About the Position | |
| Position # | 15776 |
| Organization | Grand Valley Trails Association |
| Position | Director - Trail Maintenance |
| Location | P.O. Box 40068 |
| Impact Statement | The Grand Valley Trail was built and maintained through a large network of volunteer maintenance workers who ensure a strong and safe trail system. A volunteer Board of Directors administers this not-for-profit organization and therefore we would not exist if not for our enthusiastic volunteers. |
| Description |
The GVTA offers organized hikes through a network of volunteer certified hike leaders who offer a range of hikes throughout the year. Trail Directors are responsible for recruiting and training volunteer maintenance workers, assisting in organizing the trail maintenance tasks and maintaining relationships with landowners for their section of the Grand Valley Trail (GVT). One Trail Director needed to manage the Towpath Section of the trail in Haldimand County. This position is responsible for recruitment, training and supervision of Trail Captains. - Understand the standards of trail maintenance adopted by the GVTA and teach Trail Captains these standards. You would also help Trail Captains identify re-routes as needed and other duties as required for maintenance. Make a difference to your community and province by helping with upkeep on this scenic, historic trail! |
| Requirements | English Proficiency, Physical Demand, Work Without Supervision |
| Training Details | Training will be provided by other Trail Directors and the Trail Maintenance VP. A Trail Maintenance Manual is available. |
| Working Conditions | While the work of the trail maintenance team is outdoors - this role requires good communications and some basic computer skills in order to be successful. |
| Duration | 1 year or more |
| Timing | Anytime |
| Time Detail | Trail Directors work with the VP Trail Maintenance to report on issues, trail status, equipment needs and/or landowner issues. Trail Director duties are estimated at a minimum of 8 hours/month, with more in the spring and fall. |
| Age | 30+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Not on a bus route |
| Accessibility | Support volunteers with special needs |
| Area(s) of Interest | Environment, Leadership/Management, Recreation/Sports |
| Skill(s) | Team Building, Collaboration, Communicate in Plain Language, Community Knowledge/Awareness, Plan & Co-ordinate, Stewardship |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.gvta.on.ca/Volunteer.htm |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Emily Bennett |
| Phone | 519-897-6813 |
| Address | P.O. Box 40068 Waterloo, N2J 4V1 |
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Volunteer Action Centre
1454 King Street East, Unit 3
Kitchener ON N2G 2N7
Phone: 519 742 8610
Fax: 519 742 0559
Monday - Thursday
9 am - 4 pm
Friday: 9 am - 12 pm
1454 King Street East, Unit 3
Kitchener ON N2G 2N7
Phone: 519 742 8610
Fax: 519 742 0559
Monday - Thursday
9 am - 4 pm
Friday: 9 am - 12 pm
