Outdoor Recreation Program Instructor

City of Richmond Hill; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Richmond Hill is seeking an Outdoor Recreation program facilitator to lead a variety of activities such as archery, campfire and hikes for groups and individuals. You will report to the Outdoor Recreation & Challenge Course Coordinator and ensure programs run safely and smoothly.

Ideal candidates will have First Aid with CPR C and AED, High Five certification, and experience working with diverse age groups in outdoor settings, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering outdoor recreation programs to mixed ages.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and outdoors.
• Demonstrates good judgment and leadership in activities.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outdoor recreation programs and supervise participants and volunteers.
• Communicate with participants to ensure a welcoming environment.
• Prepare equipment lists and set up for each session.
• Arrive early to ensure programs start on time and safety protocols are followed.
• Supervise activities and maintain safety of participants and facilities.

Skills

Outdoor program delivery

Communication

Leadership

Decision making

Customer service

Team interaction

Education

Intermediate First Aid with CPR C and AED

High Five Certification

Job description

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Shift Monday to Sundays ( Evenings and Weekends)

Rate of Pay $19.23- $19.23Hourly

Job Type Permanent Part Time

Replacement/New Position New Vacancy

Posting Type Internal and External

Posting Date 08/17/2026

Application Deadline 09/11/2026

Position Summary

Reporting to the Outdoor Recreation & Challenge Course Coordinator, you will lead registered program participants and private-user groups through a variety of outdoor recreational activities, birthday parties and private groups. Activities may include Archery, Campfire Building, Fire and Shelter Building, Orienteering, Survival Skills, Rock Climbing, Hikes etc.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the delivery of the Outdoor recreation programs
• Communicate and interact with participants and make everyone feel welcome
• Report to work in sufficient time to ensure the program is ready to start on time
• Provide a list of supplies/equipment and set up needs required for the program to the ProgramCoordinator
• The ablility to work in all types of weather
• Supervise all aspects of the program including participants and volunteers
• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork in a timely manner (e.g. attendance records
• The ability to work outdoors independently
• Ensure the safety of participants, facilities and equipment at all times
• With the assistance of the integration team, modify activities to ensure participants withdisabilities are able to participate in programs and be fully integrated into the program setting
• Perform first aid and fill in all documentation when needed
• Wear assigned uniform/name tag
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and training sessions prior to, during and outside regularprogramming hours.
• Maintain excellent public relations at all times.
• Maintain good communication with staff and volunteers, facility users, and the ProgramCoordinator.
• Understand and implement the policies and procedures of the Facility(s), and of the CommunityServices Department.
• Represent the City of Richmond Hill in a cooperative, organized, enthusiastic and well-groomedmanner.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule when required, including evenings and/or weekends
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Intermediate First Aid with CPR C and AED (Formerly known as Standard First Aid & CPR Certification)
• High Five Certification

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Experience working with the defined age group which is preschool age to adults
• Experience in an outdoor/nature setting
• Excellent communication, decision making and customer service skills
• Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
• Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty,
  openness, respect, and trust
• Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
• Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
• Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of service, collaboration, care and courage
• Requires satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Demonstrates personal leadership
• Builds people and culture
• Cultivates open communication
• Shapes the future
• Navigates and leads through complexity and change

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

TheCity of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.