Summer Day Camp Coordinator

City of PentictonBC, BC, CAN

2 days ago

Salary

CA$20.00–CA$21.00 hourly

Job type

Part-time

Temporary

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Job description

Penticton is a vibrant, innovative, healthy waterfront city focused on sustainability, community, and economic opportunity. At the City of Penticton, our goal is to serve our residents, businesses, and visitors through good governance, partnership and the delivery of effective and community-focused services.

The City of Penticton is currently seeking a responsible, organized, enthusiastic and experienced individual to fill the part-time temporary position of Summer Day Camp Coordinator in our Recreation Department. The Recreation Department promotes and contributes to a healthy community and enhances the quality of life for Penticton residents and visitors through planning, management and delivery of recreation, sport events and active living opportunities. This department partners with volunteers, community members and private sector providers to support recreation opportunities in the City.

The Summer Day Camp Coordinator is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Summer Day Camp program including but not limited to staff training, scheduling and supervision, and budget management.

Key Responsibilities :

Program Planning

Establish program goals and objectives
Program prep and coordination with safety as a priority
Manage budget : purchase supplies / bookkeeping
Evaluate program and Day Camp events

Staff Supervision - Orientation and Training

Plan staff / volunteer training, team building and orientation sessions

Coordinate, plan and implement themed Day Camp programs

Maintain Day Camp leader hours and scheduling

Day-to-day supervision, team building and leadership

Implementation

Provide a safe and engaging environment for children 5 to 12 years

Liaise and communicate with the Recreation Program Coordinator, Penticton Recreation Centre Staff, parents and community partners

Required Knowledge, Abilities & Skills :

Experience working with children and youth in group settings

Demonstrated administrative skills in program planning, evaluation and reporting

Effective leadership skills

Education, Training & Experience :

Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sector)

Valid First Aid and CPR-C

High Five Certification (preferred)

Valid NLS or Bronze Cross Certification (preferred)

Experience supervising and providing leadership to staff and / or volunteers (preferred)

Valid BC Driver's Licence

At the City of Penticton, we recognize that great talent and great ideas come from a variety of backgrounds. Tapping into the diversity of our community makes us all stronger and allows us to serve Penticton even better.

That's why we welcome all applicants to consider joining our team. We encourage Indigenous persons, people of colour, all genders and expressions, 2SLGBT2QIA+, persons living with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace to apply.

So, if your experience is close to what we're looking for, we would love a chance to talk about working with you. We welcome your cover letter and resume by April 11, 2025.

If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at , we'd be happy to hear from you!

Schedule :

May 5 - Sept 2, 2025 (approximately) 35-40 hours per week

Wage :

20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits :

Additional 15.5% in lieu of benefits, vacation and statutory holidays

We thank all applicants for their interest in these positions; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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