Summer Events Leaders

Sturgeon County is recruiting for four (4) Summer Events Leaders to join our Family & Community Support Services department! This is a seasonal position that runs from the end of June to the end of August and is primarily responsible for making sure that the summer events are a success! We are looking for individuals who are organized, energetic, reliable, and willing to roll up their sleeves and help with the day-to-day operations of the summer events.

If you enjoy working with children/youth, are comfortable putting yourself out there and passionate about enhancing the community, we encourage you to apply by clicking the following link: Summer Events Leader

Key Responsibilities Include:

Assists with the implementation and evaluation of a traveling rural Summer programs including Park n’ Plays, Adventure Days, Free Summer Bonus Days, and Community Engagements

Be actively involved in all programs and be willing to participate enthusiastically in planned activities.

Assists with training and evaluation of volunteers in the JET program.

Ensures that all program locations used are kept clean and secure as well as safe for program activities.

Ensures that an effective relation with fellow staff, parents, and volunteers is maintained.

Maintains accurate records and reports as required by their supervisor (i.e., accident reports, daily time sheets, program statistics, final program reports, etc.)

To attend scheduled staff meetings, complete a mid and final evaluation on self and co-workers.

Available to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Attends training sessions and workshops as required.

Adhere to applicable responsibilities and accountabilities as outlined in the Sturgeon County Health and Safety Management System.

Craft and activity prep for Summer programs

May be required to assist with online or alternative programming based on AHS guidelines

Requirements:

Job Skills:

Must work effectively and efficiently with others and alone with little or no supervision. Always be punctual, self-motivated, communicate openly, take direction well, and respond to public inquiries in a calm and friendly manner. Work is performed within and outside the county. Physical job requirements include: occasional lifting of 30 pounds, sitting and standing for extended periods of time.

Job Qualifications:

Previous experience working with youth in a program setting.

Post-secondary education in recreation, education or other related field would be an asset.

Valid first aid certificate is required.

Clear criminal record check and child welfare intervention checks are required.

Valid driver’s license (and clean abstract) and access to vehicle is required.

Additional Job Information:

Salary Range: $18.04-$21.10 per hour
Position Type: Seasonal
Posted Date: Feb 11, 2022
Closing Date: Feb 06, 2022
Job ID: J1221-1065