Under the guidance of a Program Coordinator, you are responsible for the daily operation of the wading pool program within the city’s parks, and following all policies & procedures and safety guidelines set by the branch. This includes supervision of staff, training, and assisting with staff evaluations, as well as supervision of participants in the wading pool/area. It also includes undertaking light maintenance, monitoring water quality levels, program planning/delivery of age-appropriate activities and events, administrative duties and responding to public inquiries. Work is performed in accordance with related legislation, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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

High School Student – Minimum Grade 11

Note:  Student must be returning to school in the fall

Minimum of 4 months but less than 8 months of related experience is required with City of Ottawa parks Wading Pool Program or equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the day-to-day operation of a wading pool site
• Understanding the development and recreational needs of children
• Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
• Must be familiar with applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience in planning, delivery and evaluating recreation programs for preschool children and youth with disabilities in a park environment
• Proven ability to lead peers, train, supervise and evaluate staff
• Conflict management, problem solving and the ability to multi task in an outdoor environment
• Ability to execute park programs for children
• Ability to provide safe supervision in a wading pool environment
• Ability to operate any required tools/equipment
• Ability to follow verbal and/or written directions/procedures
• 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 judgment in difficult situations
• Must be able to relate to children and be a good role model
• 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
• Wear designated uniform (hat, whistle, footwear)
• Good physical condition (ability to stand for long periods of time)