Summer Program Assistant Outdoor Camps
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Job Summary
- Completion of 1st year in a recognized Recreation Administration or related secondary program
- Minimum of one (1) year directly related experience in leading recreational cultural or related educational programs
Assets:
- Instructor level certification(s) for canoeing archery and/or cycling
- National Coaching Certification(s)
- Experience working with individuals with inclusion needs
- Familiarity working with volunteers
- Background in outdoor adventure sports
Skills required for success:
- Experience training evaluating and supervising staff
- Ability to work safely outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions as well as in safety-sensitive environments
- Proficiency to train leaders to lead programs that entertain and educate participants while managing multiple tasks effectively and safely
- Knowledge of inclusive physical literacy and recreation program objectives policies and procedures
- Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage program leaders participants and guardians as well as collaborate with team members and supervisors
- Ability to utilize mobile computer tools including Google Suite for documentation and communication
- A strong ability to work independently and manage time appropriately to meet section goals
- Capable of the safe handling use and maintenance of program materials and equipment
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:
- Start date for this position will begin April 21 up to August 31 2026
- Available during staff training April 23 - 24 2026 April 27 - May 1 2026 and June 22 - 26 2026.
- Current Intermediate First Aid and CPR (level C) or equivalent is required prior to commencing employment
- Applicants will be required to have their own vehicle and where appropriate will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This will require the applicant to obtain business use auto insurance
- Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
- Valid Alberta Class 5 drivers license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Drivers permit may be required
- Applicants may be tested
Work Environment:
- The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance
- Some evening and weekend work is required
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits candidates may be eligible for recall in the 2027 season
Up to 2 temporary full-time positions for up to 4 months
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week.
Salary: $23.183 - $28.647 (Hourly)
Recruitment Consultant: JP/JR
SEASONAL123
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
Do you have a passion for guiding young explorers and fostering a love for the great outdoors If so the City of Edmonton is seeking enthusiastic trailblazers! We are currently hiring spirited leaders to help navigate and oversee our outdoor nature-based registered day camps. Come help us inspire the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts!
Now is your chance to put your leadership skills to good use providing support and guidance to our programs staff and volunteers!
What will you do
- Assist with the recruitment interviews and hiring of frontline staff
- Train frontline staff and Leaders-in-Training (LITs) on program execution and develop and implement relevant training and programs
- Schedule supervise mentor and evaluate staff
- Deliver excellent customer service and respond to incoming queries
- Provide ongoing support leadership and resources to program staff and LITs
- Monitor schedule and transport supplies and equipment
- Ensure overall participant and program safety
- Assist with preparing advertising/marketing materials
- Provide assistance in the development of new programs
- Assist with administrative tasks related to the overall operation of the Outdoor Adventure programs (schedules timesheets program reports evaluations statistics etc).
- Assist with other related duties as required
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
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