Under the guidance of a Program Coordinator, you are responsible for the monitoring and supervision of the Beach Volleyball Program participants to ensure participants have a safe and enjoyable program experience. Duties include the set-up and takedown of equipment, assisting with program evaluations, equipment rentals and other administrative tasks. You may also assist senior staff with the delivery of programs/activities. Work is performed in accordance with related legislation, policies, procedures, and guidelines. You are also responsible for understanding and following all City of Ottawa guidelines, policies and procedures in relation to cash handling and customer service.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Note:  minimum age of 16 years is required for this Summer Student job.

High School Graduate – entering college/university in the fall

Note:  Student must be returning to school in the fall

Minimum of 4 months but less than 8 months of related experience is required – Knowledge and ability to coach and supervise beach volleyball

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to operate any required tools/equipment
• Ability to follow verbal and/or written directions/procedures.
• Technical skills for the appropriate program
• Ability to identify standards of safety in program and operational facilitation.
• Conflict resolution and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage simultaneous demands.
• Ability to work in a team setting or independently
• Maintain a fun and safe environment
• Excellent interpersonal communication, leadership and programming skills • Good organization skills
• Sound judgement in difficult situations
• Demonstrate strong sport background in required activity.
• Must possess good public relation skills
• Must be tactful, kind and patient
• Must be calm under pressure
• Must be creative and resourceful
• Must be reliable and trustworthy
• Must be flexible and enthusiastic
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Enjoy working with the public.
• Ability and willingness to lift heavy equipment;
• Physically fit and able to participate in recreation activities.
• Proper attire and footwear (Work boots required)
• Capable of safe lifting techniques
• Demonstrates teamwork and leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams.