Summer Student - Wading Pool Supervisor Job Ottawa area,Ontario Canada,Sports/Fitness/Wellness

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 mandate of Complexes, Aquatics & 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 the daily operation of the wading pool program within the city’s parks, and following all policies & procedures and safety guidelines set by the branch. This includes supervision of staff, training, and assisting with staff evaluations, as well as supervision of participants in the wading pool/area. It also includes undertaking light maintenance, monitoring water quality levels, program planning/delivery of age-appropriate activities and events, administrative duties and responding to public inquiries.

Work is performed in accordance with related legislation, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Note:

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

High School Student - Minimum Grade 11

Note:

Student must be returning to school in the fall

Minimum of 4 months but less than 8 months of related experience is required with City of Ottawa parks Wading Pool Program or equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Current Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED certificates

AODA Accessibility/IASR Training Current National Lifeguard Pool certificate is an asset

Current Lifesaving Swim Instructor certificate is an asset

Current Lifesaving Instructor certificate is an asset

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of the day-to-day operation of a wading pool site

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 work place, 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 in planning, delivery and evaluating recreation programs for preschool children and youth with disabilities in a park environment

Proven ability to lead peers, train, supervise and evaluate staff

Conflict management, problem solving and the ability to multi task in an outdoor environment

Ability to execute park programs for children

Ability to provide safe supervision in a wading pool environment

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

Excellent interpersonal communication, leadership and programming skills

Good organization skills

Sound judgment in difficult situations

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 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

Wear designated uniform (hat, whistle, footwear)

Good physical condition (ability to stand for long periods of time)

Core Behaviours
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