Summer Student - Camp Coordinator,Specialty Job Ottawa area,Ontario Canada,Education / Teaching

Requisition  
Department:
Rec, Cultural & Facility Services Dept. 
Multiple Positions
Salary Information: $19.940 - $21.323 per hour (2026 rates of pay)
Affiliation:
Non Union/Non MPE
City:
Ottawa, ON
Job Category:
Summer Student Recruitment 
Application Close: 06/09/2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services department is responsible for building a healthy, inclusive and vibrant City, as well as ensuring that communities, residents and visitors have access to the recreation and cultural places, programs, events and services that allow them to experience all the benefits the City has to offer, and overseeing Buildings and Facilities Management for improved service delivery integration, ensuring the best possible client experience in City facilities.

Under the guidance of a Program Coordinator, you coordinate the delivery of specialty arts or sports programs and camps, and ensure participants have a safe and enjoyable program/camp experience. Duties include program development, staff supervision, administration duties and the preparation of program and staff evaluations. Work is performed in accordance with related legislation, policies, procedures, and guidelines. You are also responsible for understanding and following all City of Ottawa guidelines, policies and procedures in relation to cash handling and customer service.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Note:

minimum age of 16 years is required for this Summer Student job.

Post-secondary Student - completion of first year college or university

Note:

Student must be returning to school in the fall

Minimum of 1 year but less than 2 years of related experience is required

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Current Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED certificates

AODA Accessibility/IASR Training

KNOWLEDGE

Understanding the development and recreational needs of children.

Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance.

Must be familiar with applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the workplace, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures.

COMPETENCIES,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Experience working with preschoolers and/or school age children and/or youth

Experience planning and operating recreation programs for children and/ or youth

Demonstrates supervisory and strong leadership skills

Experience and demonstrated ability to train, supervise and evaluate staff

Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage simultaneous demands

Technical skills for the appropriate program

Ability to operate any required tools/equipment

Ability to follow verbal and/or written directions/procedures

Ability to accompany and supervise participants in a variety of environments

Must be able to relate to children and be a good role model

Must be tactful, kind and patient

Must be calm under pressure

Must be creative and resourceful

Must be reliable and trustworthy

Must be flexible, creative and enthusiastic

Must have good written and verbal communication skills

Must be able to work well in a team environment

Demonstrates teamwork and leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams

Enjoy working with the public

Core Behaviours
Core behaviours define the City’s expectations of the behaviours employees should demonstrate in performing their work. They are reflective of the City’s culture and values and guide all our present and future activities. Every employee is encouraged to learn, embody and demonstrate these core behaviours.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Language Requirement:
Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing.

Police Record Check:
The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level
3) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.;

Note:

Under the age of 18,…


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