Drop In Facilitator - Outdoor Rinks

Town of Newmarket; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Newmarket is seeking staff for seasonal recreation programs in Newmarket, ON. You will supervise drop-in activities, ensure safety and inclusivity, and help with setup, cleanup, and program delivery.

This is a short-term seasonal posting running from late fall to early spring. The role emphasizes strong interpersonal skills, reliable availability for evenings, weekends, and events, and adherence to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the general public, participants, parents/guardians of participants and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and facilitate drop in programs to ensure programs run in a safe, inclusive and engaging manner.
• Monitor the behaviour of patrons, advising same of rule infractions and/or disciplining as required using strong interpersonal skills.
• Set up and take down equipment required for each program. Ensure safe and appropriate use of all Town of Newmarket property.
• Respond to emergency situations including performing minor first aid and/or arranging for medical assistance and documents all accidents accordingly.
• Respond to enquiries/concerns from the public and program participants, using excellent customer service skills to resolve or refer to the appropriate staff.
• Ensure all patrons follow departmental Health & Safety procedures, including PPE. Communicates any issues with health and safety concerns, attendance, participants, equipment, inventory, facility spaces.
• Perform minor cleaning of the facility which may include sweeping, mopping for safety of participants.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Facilitation

Event coordination

Education

Some High School

Job description

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Job Title

Organizational Unit

Community Services -> Recreation & Culture Services -> Recreation & Client Services

Requisition #

26-220

Location

Multiple Community - Newmarket, ON CA (Primary)

Shift Type

Job Type

Seasonal/Sessional

If a contract, Contract Duration

Less than 6 months

Staffing request is required for

New Position

Date Posted By

10/19/2027

Date Posting Closes

11/2/2026

Time Posting Closes

5:00 p.m.

Category

Recreation

Entry Level

Some High School

Education

Some High School

Salary Payband/Range

$18.49 - $19.62 per hour

Job Description

Working with the Town of Newmarket’s Recreation and Culture Team, means the opportunity to make a difference and connect with your community! Working in Recreation means the start of something special, gaining valuable work experience and learning new skills. We are looking for dedicated individuals who enjoy working with others with a passion to deliver high quality programs, events and services. One thing is for certain, you will love the experience and our participants will too!

The Successful Candidate will:

• Supervise and facilitate drop in programs to ensure programs run in a safe, inclusive and engaging manner.
• Monitor the behaviour of patrons, advising same of rule infractions and/or discipling as required using strong interpersonal making skills.
• Set up and take down equipment required for each program. Ensure safe and appropriate use of all Town of Newmarket property.
• Respond to emergency situations including performing minor first aid and/or arranging for medical assistance and documents all accidents accordingly.
• Respond to enquiries/concerns from the public and program participants, using excellent customer service skills to resolve or refer to the appropriate staff.
• Ensure all patrons follow departmental Health & Safety procedures, including but not limited to wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). Communicates any issues with respect to health and safety concerns, attendance, participants, equipment, inventory, facility spaces.
• Perform minor cleaning of the facility which may include sweeping, mopping to ensure the safety of participants.

*For full listing of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description.

Job Requirements

Please note this position will run from November 21, 2026 - March 31, 2027, weather dependent.

• 1. Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the general public, participants, parents/guardians of participants and staff.
• 2. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
• 3. Proficiency and passion in sport programs including but not limited to ice-skating and hockey.
• 4. Availability to work evenings, weekends and special events.
• 5. Due to the nature of the contacts of this position a Police Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the Town is required.
• 6. Current Intermediate First Aid & CPR-C certification required.
• 7. Current High Five (Principles of Healthy Child Development) certification required.

Please Note: Certifications are not required at time of application but must be obtained prior to job commencement. The Town of Newmarket may offer opportunities for certification.

The Town of Newmarket is committed to accommodating all applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code for all employment activities including the recruitment process.