YOUTH COORDINATOR SUMMER STUDENT (1 vacancy)
Reporting to: Supervisor of Recreation Programs and Camps
Department: Recreation
Classification: Summer Student; Unionized
Salary Range: $23.50 /hour as per Schedule “B”
Starting Date: May 2025
Application Deadline: No later than 4:00pm May 9, 2025Why Woodstock?The City of Woodstock is a rapidly growing city at the heart of Oxford County. When you work for the City you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. Job SummaryThis NEW and exciting summer student position will be responsible for the supervision and programming of the summer youth excursions and fun nights. You will help with the coordination of activities, be the eyes and ears on the adventures, offer a listening ear, and give HIGH FIVE's along the way! If you love a good bus ride, engaging with youth, going on adventures, then this role might be just what you're looking for this summer.
Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of summer activities,
• Follow the City of Woodstock's Policies and Procedures,
• Develop and execute programming and out of town trips for youth,
• Ensure quality rec programming is being delivered and complete QUEST 2 program evaluations in line with HIGH FIVE quality standards,
• Be responsible for the direct supervision of all youth participants.

QualificationsEssential:

• Attending high school or University/College in a related field and must be returning to school full-time.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions and be physically able to perform duties.
• Must have or be willing to obtain Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certification
• Must have or be willing to obtain Principles of Healthy Child Development, HIGH FIVE- Quest II
• Must have or be willing to obtain Safeguard Certification
• Must have Class G2 Ontario Driver's License in good standing and access to a vehicle
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working with children in a camp and/or youth program area an asset

Preferred:

• Experience supervising staff

Working Conditions

• Scheduled 30 to 35-hour work week, which may include weekends and alternate shift hours.
• Will be required to work in adverse weather conditions.
• May be required to work overtime.

The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we're committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be. We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results. If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today! We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.
Please note: Immediate family member, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City's Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting [email protected]. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check, and proof of qualifications and employment, will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.
We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at http://careers.cityofwoodstock.ca.

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