Summer Camp - Camp Programmer
Job in
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Listing for:
Canada Games Centre
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
-
Education / Teaching
Summer Seasonal, Camp Counselor
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Recreation & Leisure, Camp Counselor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20.5 CAD Hourly
CAD
20.50
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Canada Games Centre (CGC) is a vibrant multi-sport community and recreation centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are a 176,000 sqft facility operated by a non-profit society committed to promoting physical literacy, fitness and wellness, and to supporting the needs of high-performance sport & athlete development. The Centre runs sport and recreation programs, camps, fitness classes and so much more in an inclusive environment.
Located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and traditional lands of the Mi’kmaq people, the CGC acknowledges the Peace & Friendship Treaties signed in this Territory and recognizes that we are all Treaty People.
Together, we inspire healthy active living.
Setting
The Canada Games Centre summer camp program is available for children between the ages of 5 and 12 and takes advantage of all that our state-of-the-art community recreation facility has to offer. Typical days include swimming in our aquatics centre, playing physically active games on our 52,000-square feet of hardwood court space in our field house, running laps on our 200-metre six-lane indoor track, crafting and classroom activities in one of our many community rooms, as well as outdoor play opportunities on our playground.
Position Summary
The Summer Camp Programmer will be responsible for the overall creation and planning of curriculum for all summer camps. Other responsibilities include daily duties such as: planning, implementing, supervising, and evaluating camp programs. The successful candidate must be highly organized and have a strong administrative background but also experience and willingness to work in the camp setting when necessary. This position will report daily to the Recreation Coordinator.
Responsibilities
Oversee the overall program delivery of summer camp programsAssist Recreation Coordinator with managing a staff team of up to 45 staff throughout the summerResponsible for creating and developing weekly camp programming schedules, including special guestsResponsible for sending out all staff communicationsEnsuring camp activities are set up for each campFacilitating activities as neededAssist the daily sign in/out processAssist with managing a staff team of up to 45 staff throughout the summerAssist with staff hiring, training, and evaluationOther duties as assignedQualifications
Mandatory
Must be entering full time post-secondary studies in the fall semester or returning to full-time post- secondary studies in the fall (proof of enrollment will be requested) Preference will be given to students in fields related to recreation and child education (e.g., Recreation Management, Kinesiology, Education, Early Childhood Education)Customer Service experiencePrevious experience in a setting where children are the main focusPrevious experience leading a group of peersExperience in a customer service settingDesirable
Previous office experienceExperience with Xplor software is considered an assetCurrent Basic Workplace First Aid certificate (formerly Emergency First Aid) and CPR-C (will be offered prior to start)Knowledge and Education
Strong background in recreation and sport as an employee, volunteer, or participantPrevious experience in an office setting and in the use of the Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to work independently and as part of a teamDemonstrates excellent verbal, written, and oral skillsPossess strong coordination and leadership skillsWorking Conditions
This is a full-time position beginning May 19, 2026, and ending August 28,Shifts are scheduled for 8.5 hours and will start and end between the hours of 8:00am and 5:30pm Monday to FridayFlexibility for training shifts and adapting to camp needs will be required and will be determined with the Recreation CoordinatorPlease note that you must be available for mandatory staff training June 16 and 17 from 6pm-9pm and June 20 from 9am-5pmCompensation
The compensation for this position is $20.50 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay)Notes
Criminal Record & Child Abuse Registry checks will be required as part of the hiring processWhat’s in it for you?
Free facility membershipFree parking and close proximity to Halifax TransitAmazing team environment
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