Supervisor, Production

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Design, and within established policies, procedures and guidelines
provides supervision of all Butterfly Conservatory Complex and Floral Showhouse Production facilities including all
scheduling, plant production, butterfly production programs, stock collections, supply inventories, pest control and
all related operations. Teaches courses related to Greenhouse Production to the students at the School of
Horticulture, including applied greenhouse production techniques. Develops, plans and coordinates and various
exhibit and event support for all production related opportunities and horticultural displays.

Niagara Parks offers a salary of ($78,850.67 to $94,234.08 per annum as well as a comprehensive benefits package
and defined benefit pension plan.
Applications for this position will be accepted until March 19, 2025.

ABOUT US:
Niagara Parks is one of the largest employers in the Niagara Region, with over 1,700 full time and seasonal
employees. Our team is comprised of energetic and friendly staff who provide guests from around the world with
exceptional quality service. Niagara Parks is committed to attracting and retaining a highly professional, motivated,
engaged and inclusive workforce within a culture of teamwork, mutual respect and trust. This is achieved by
aligning the right people with the right skills in the right places to promote continuous improvement and excellence.
Our corporate vision is to be an innovative example of sustainability as the environmental and cultural stewards of the
Niagara River Corridor; a welcoming, accessible and inspiring place offering world class natural, historical and
authentic experiences; a source of national pride and identity; and one of the most spectacular parks in the world.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Completion of a recognized diploma in
Horticulture or equivalent knowledge and
experience with greenhouse production.
• Completion of a Bachelor of Science in
Entomology with specialization in Lepidoptera
or equivalent knowledge of environmental
Science.
• Three (3) years of practical experience plus
one (1) on the job.
• Supervisory ability as well as interpersonal
and communication skills, demonstrating
ability to deal provide strong leadership,
organization and planning.

•Knowledge of facility environmental controls,
production strategies and computer skills,
greenhouse procedures, propagation
methods and display techniques.
• Knowledge of Integrated Pest Management
and Biological controls.
• Curriculum development and knowledge an
asset.
• Related teaching experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
KEY ACTIVITIES
• Oversees the butterfly conservatory and all
production facilities as it relates to all plant
and insect displays and exhibits including
technical operations and staff supervision.
• Supervisor to the production, horticulture and
entomology teams with regards to all schedule
production of plants and butterflies, yearly
greenhouse displays, staffing requirements,
weekend duties and spray activities.
• Supervises the planning and preparation for
major seasonal displays and exhibits; ensuring
production materials are coordinated and
supplied to production teams. Included are a
diverse range of crops including vegetables,
herbs, annuals, tropicals, sub-tropicals, bulbs,
perennials and the container
nursery/production.
• Monitors the performance of production
teams against agreed standards and
expectations.
• Plans, assigns and monitors the work of regular
and seasonal employees including yearly
performance appraisals; authorizes overtime
and time off; completes payroll reports.
• Provides first aid and prepares accident
reports.
• Liaises with suppliers and brokers to purchase
and import butterflies and plants within CFIA
and government regulations.
• Secures required operational and transit
permits and ensures compliance with all
relevant regulations (e.g. MOL, CITES, USDA,
CFIA Plant Protection and biohazard standards)
are maintained; including policy and procedure
development and required record keeping.
• Prepares, administers and controls expense
with approved Delegation of Authority.
• Works with the Physical Plant Technician in the
monitoring of Conservatory operations
utilizing computerized environmental controls.
• Trains new employees in methods and
procedures; instructs students from The
Niagara Parks School of Horticulture and
checks on crop performance
• Oversees the ordering of supplies and
monitor’s inventory.
• Provides excellent customer service to internal
and external customers / staff, assisting with
questions concerns etc.
• Complies with all applicable legislation as well
as any related policies and procedures.
• Reports on equipment, tools and vehicles that
are needing repaired / replaced or has
maintenance staff investigate

• Assists daily in the training and evaluation full
time students and co-ops on greenhouse
practices and theories. Participates as needed
to demonstrate and train High Skills Major
students and the teacher and those
participating in similar programs.
• Prepare and teach students in a classroom
format on selected subject areas related to
greenhouse technical skills and production.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Performs Other Related Duties
• As assigned.

The personal information in your candidate profile is collected under the authority of the Niagara Parks Act, R.S.O.
1990, C.N.3, s.4(l) and in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It will be used to
assess your qualifications for the job postings to which you apply. If successful, your information will also be used for
the creation of your employee profile under the authority of the Employment Standards Act, 2000, c.41, s.15(1). We
are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005),
Niagara Parks will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to
applicants with disabilities. If you require disability – related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources
(HR) staff. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If
you require additional information regarding the collection and use of the personal information in your candidate
profile, or would like to request an alternate format, please contact Niagara Parks at 905.295.4377 ext. 0 or by e-mail
at employment@niagaraparks.com.

External Posting – Supervisor, Production