Summer Student - Aquatic Operations Support Job Ottawa area,Ontario Canada,Sports/Fitness/Wellness

Position: Summer Student - Aquatic Beach Operations Support

Requisition  
Department:
Rec, Cultural & Facility Services Dept. 
Multiple Positions
Salary Information: $17.600 - $18.451 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 mandate of Complexes, Aqua & Specialized Services is to provide strategic vision and innovative leadership in managing customer centric sports, physical activity, aquatics and recreation venues, programs and services for all ages, including the management of facilities and/or land, and for the delivery of indoor and outdoor recreation programs and services. This Service provides city wide access to adapted, therapeutic and integrated recreation programs, giving children, youth and adults with special needs the opportunity to participate in community recreation.

Under the guidance of a Program Coordinator, you are responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of the beach pavilion, washrooms, change rooms and surrounding area. You also assist patrons, as required (i.e. hours of operation, cost of net rentals) and communicate with other City staff. In addition, you are responsible for setting up and taking down the beach volleyball equipment, maintaining the beach volleyball equipment room, opening and/or closing the facility, and other site-specific equipment and administrative requirements (i.e. weekly attendance, accident and incident reports).

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 15 years is required for this Summer Student job.

High School Student

Note:

Student must be returning to school in the fall

Less than 4 months of related experience is required

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Current Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED certificates

AODA Accessibility/IASR Training

KNOWLEDGE

Volleyball set up/take down.

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

Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

COMPETENCIES,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to read and write in English

Technical skills for the appropriate program

Ability to operate any required tools/equipment

Ability to follow verbal and/or written directions/procedures.

Ability to work in a team setting or independently

Maintain a fun and safe environment

Good communication skills

Good organization skills

Sound judgment in difficult situations

Must be able to work without supervision

Must be reliable and trustworthy

Must be flexible and enthusiastic

Must have good written and verbal communication skills

Must be able to work well in a team environment.

Enjoy working with the public.

Capable of safe lifting techniques

Physically fit

Proper attire and footwear

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 Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check (Level
2) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.;

Note:

Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters (Level
2) check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check (Level
3).

Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request.


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