Sport Western-Summer Camp Student Administrative Leader-Summer 2025

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

Student Experience fosters equitable learning environments in which all students can thrive to their full potential. Through our commitment to integrating research, theory, and practice across all of the programs, resources, and supports we provide, Student Experience leads an ecosystem of people, places, and spaces that empower student thriving.

The Sport & Recreation pillar collectively works to enrich student thriving through a focus on developing leadership and success in sport and recreation. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we engage Mustangs in active-wellbeing and inspire spirit and tradition in order to strengthen the bonds of the Western community.

Spirit & Connection builds tradition, creates memories, and fosters school spirit. Sport and Recreation plays a key role in creating a welcoming environment at Western.

PURPOSE OF ROLE:
Western Sports & Recreation is looking for passionate and motivated leaders who are able to lead and supervise student staff for the Sport Western program. As an Administrative Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing student staff and ensuring recreational programs are safe and inclusive.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with the Sport Western Instructors to carry out all the daily functions of the Sport Western summer camp program.
• Implement and design activity plans, supervise staff, manage facilities, and communicate with parents.
• Ensure Sport Western is a safe, engaging, and FUN camp environment.
• Assist the Program Coordinator with training materials, team meetings, and administrative tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) prior to employment start date.

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience working with children, ideally in a camp setting.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve issues.
• Knowledge of a variety of sports and outdoor activities.
• Intermediate computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and conduct training sessions.

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g., vulnerable sector, criminal record, and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment.

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.