Summer Student - Day Camp Leaders

The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. Working in Local Government provides many opportunities to not only develop your career but also to improve the lives of residents and visitors to Yellowknife! At the City, the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive, safe and fun environment for us all.

The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high quality services and excellent customer service to residents. In addition, the City of Yellowknife is committed to reconciliation and implementing actions intended to increase the number of Indigenous peoples who work for the City. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, and encourages Indigenous persons and visible minorities to self-declare when submitting their application.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Community Services Department is currently looking for enthusiastic students who enjoy working with children and embracing the great outdoors during our picturesque northern summer! Day Camp Leaders run games, crafts, sports and outdoor activities, making sure all participants are safe and enjoying the summer day camp program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school or post-secondary student
2. Intermediate First Aid and CPR - Certification copies must be provided;
3. Any childcare experience, either formal employment or informal babysitting should be added to your application;
4. A vulnerable sector check for all those over the age of 18 must be completed prior to commencing work;
5. Both full-time and part-time positions are available. Allocation of positions will be based on education, experience and availability.

HOURS OF WORK AND RATE OF PAY:

Rate of Pay: $27.45 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.

Anticipated Start Date: June 24, 2025

Hours of work: Hours will vary. Part-time and Full-time opportunities available.

Interviews will be conducted early May and we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.

The position will remain open until filled.

Visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: www.yellowknife.ca to submit your resume.

Thank you for considering the City of Yellowknife in your summer 2025 job search!

Please be advised that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.