CITY OF BROOKS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SUMMER POSITIONS SUMMER CAMP COUNSELORS

Welcome to the City of 100 Hellos! We are a welcoming and inclusive community and one of the most culturally diverse communities in Alberta, with a population of 16,062 and another 11,000 in the surrounding area. We have a vibrant and friendly business community, a range of ethnic restaurants and a myriad of recreational opportunities. The Brooks area offers a diverse landscape; we have pristine farms, beautiful lakes and a huge valley of hills and hoodoos!

The City of Brooks requires four (4) Summer Camp Counselors for the Recreation Services Department, primarily operating out of the JBS Canada Centre. The JBS Canada Centre is an excellent facility with a fitness centre, full-size gymnasium, meeting rooms, public library, daycare, multi-purpose rooms, multipurpose fieldhouse, curling rink, and an aquatic centre which houses a 35-meter indoor swimming pool, waterslide, waterpark, sauna, and steam room.

Job Details & Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Recreation Programmer, these seasonal positions will primarily be involved in the delivery of the summer day camp program. As a Summer Camp Counsellor, you will also assist in the implementation of programs and special events throughout the department as required. In addition, you will also lead a variety of crafts, games, sports, storytelling, and sport and recreation activities

Requirements:

• As the successful applicant, you must be aged sixteen (16) or older;
• You must possess your Standard First Aid/CPR Certification; and,
• Coaching or leadership training and experience would be considered an asset along with previous experience working with youth and for youth programs.

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a seasonal position scheduled to start June 26, 2023 and last until August 25, 2023. This position is based on a 40 hour work week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Weekend, special event and overtime work may be required. Successful applicants will receive a free single membership to the JBS Canada Centre during the term of their employment. The 2023 salary range for this position is $18.75 - 19.89 per hour.

CLOSING DATE FOR THE POSTING: Until suitable candidates are found.

Offers of employment are subject to the applicants satisfactory child welfare and criminal record checks.

The City of Brooks thanks all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Brooks is an equal opportunity employer.