ABOUT WILLIAMS LAKE FIRST NATION (WLFN)

The Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN), or the Texelcemc (people of WLFN) have belonged to the Secwepemc (or Shuswap) Nation for over 6500 years. Today, the WLFN community includes a growing population of over 800 registered members who live on reserve in Sugar Cane, in nearby Williams Lake, BC, and across the globe.
We are Culturally Centered, Future Focused. WLFN provides staff with an excellent benefits package, RSP matching up to 8%, 3 weeks' vacation upon completion of probationary period, and many other benefits.

Deadline for Applications:June 11th, 2025.

POSITION

Reporting to the Recreation Supervisor. The Summer Student will be responsible for assisting the recreation department in organizing and delivering a variety of recreational programs and activities for children, youth, and adults in the community of Williams Lake First Nation. The job will require you to ensure all aspects of the recreational program run smoothly and effectively.

Employment Type

Term (July 1st August 29th), full-time, 35 hours per week.

Education Required

No education minimum required.

Experience Required

No experience required. Must be 16+ years of age.

Overtime Status

(non-exempt)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the recreation team to organize and implement activities for all age groups.

Participate in all activities to ensure engagement with all participants.

Assist with fundraising activities.

Assist with field trips and other organized activities.

Assist with setting up and take down of equipment.

The duties listed are provided as examples of area of responsibility and are not intended to create limits to responsibility but to help understand the scope of the position. All staff are expected to be team oriented and maintain confidentiality of all information gained while working with the organization.

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry - per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

We thank all those individuals who applied. Given the large number of applicants we receive for our job postings, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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