TOWN OF LADYSMITH
PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE DEPARTMENT
SUMMER COORDINATOR
(Summer Children’s Programs)
Classification: Temporary
Rate of Pay: $17.23 per hour
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week. Position runs 12 weeks, from June 7, 2010 to August 27, 2010. Flexible hours including evenings & weekends.
Conditions of Employment: Applicants must intend to be a full time student in 2010/2011
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Community Services Coordinator, the Summer Coordinator will plan, coordinate and
supervise activities of all daycamp / playground opportunities including assessing the recreational needs
of the participants; developing, implementing and monitoring programs and activities required to meet
those needs, and supervising staff and volunteers. In addition, this position is responsible for the safety
and well being of all program participants, equipment and facilities and will provide direction and
supervision of all program participants.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direct supervision of the Community Services Coordinator, the Summer Coordinator will;
• Assess the recreational needs of the children;
• Plan and organize activities for programs including setting up the schedule of activities and booking
day trips, budgeting, purchasing of supplies;
• Promote and provide leadership of summer opportunities for children and teens. Activities may
include sports, games, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, out trips and special events;
• Directly supervise and lead activities for children 5 – 13 years of age;
• May occasionally be called on to cooperate with youth services staff in supervision and leading
activities for teens up to 18 years of age;
• Organize and lead training sessions for all staff and volunteers;
• Supervise and evaluate all summer program staff and volunteers;
• Monitor daily attendance, medical information forms, equipment and supply levels and note any
damages or deficiencies;
• Report to the Community Services Coordinator on a regular basis throughout the program;
• Adhere to budgetary restrictions and perform a detailed summer report including recommendations;
and
• Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
• Experience working with children, preferably in a daycamp / playground setting;
• Background in education, recreation or child / youth care;
• Valid First Aid Certificate, CPR and Class IV drivers license;
• Must have own vehicle or access to transportation;
• Ability to safely and effectively supervise children and teens;
• Possess high energy level, enthusiasm, empathy and genuine interest in working with children and
teens;
• Knowledge of age appropriate activities;
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team;
• Ability to exercise good judgment;
• Knowledge of behavior management;
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with parents, staff members and the general public;
• A team player. Highly collaborative and collegial;
• An open-minded convener of ideas; and
• Stamina, energy, and willingness to commit to quality pro-active results.
For further information please contact:
Anita McLeod, Community Services Coordinator at 250-245-6427.
Submit applications to:
Karen Cousins
Manager of Human Resources
City Hall
410 Esplanade, PO Box 220
Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A2
hr@ladysmith.ca
Ph: (250) 245-6412
Fax: (250) 245-6411
This job posting will remain open until 4:00 p.m. March 15, 2010.