Summer jobs in Canada

Employment Type: Casual
Pay Grade: 13 $27.30 - $31.97(2024 rates)
Hours of Work: 30-40 hours per week (June 8 – August 21)
Competition Number: 2026-15
Closing Date: March 9, 2026 4:30 pm

The City of White Rock - where every wave of talent helps shape our City by the sea. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams. The City of White Rock is a unique, ocean-side community of 22,000 plus citizens located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay and is known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community.

The Recreation & Culture Department seeks a Head Summer Camp Leader that is a creative and organized individual to supplement their regular staff during the summer months. Responsibilities involve front-line leadership in support of summer camps or programs, including leading a 9-week summer day camp program for 6–12-year-olds. The Head Summer Camp Leader assists a superior in planning assigned recreational activities and schedules, implements and leads such activities as directed. The Head Summer Camp Leader also assists with the supervision and training of program leaders and volunteers and is responsible for the safe and proper use of equipment and facilities.

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by experience in children’s programming and some related experience leading children, plus some supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience;

• Provides front-line leadership and guidance to summer camp participants, staff and volunteers according to the nature and requirements of the program or camp;
• Assists a superior in planning assigned recreational activities; and schedules, implements and leads such activities as directed;
• Addresses concerns from customers and parents; and troubleshoots program and service related issues as they arise;
• Ensures program supplies are maintained; purchases supplies as needed; and completes relevant reports, forms and requests;
• Enforces rules, regulations, policies and procedures regarding proper use of equipment and facilities; and renders minor first aid when required;
• Sound knowledge of organized community recreation principles and practices including the safe and proper use of equipment and facilities;
• Sound knowledge of business English, spelling, arithmetic and punctuation;
• Ability to assist with the supervision and training of program leaders and volunteers;
• Ability to plan, schedule, implement and provide front-line leadership to summer camp participants, staff and volunteers and provide guidance and assistance to volunteers regarding instructional duties and safe and proper use of equipment and facilities;
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, to resolve problems and to make decisions in accordance with the applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public, staff and volunteers in supplying information, providing direction and assistance related to the program planning a camp, class, event or practice;
• Ability to meet deadlines and to function effectively during busy periods;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, program leaders, volunteers and program participants;
• Performs related work as required;
• Ability to walk 1.5 kms continuously;
• Skill in promoting children’s participation in activities;
• High Five Certification is an asset, and not a requirement;
• Willing to obtain Standard First Aid certificate by hire date;
• Asset, but not required, to possess and maintain a valid Class 5 and Class 4 BC driver’s license with a demonstrated safe driving record by the appointment’s start date (please visit www.icbc.com for criteria regarding licensing);
• Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to Police Information and Vulnerable Sector Checks.

The City has applied for the Canada Summer Jobs grant and if approved, applicants must meet the grant criteria. The position may become temporary full-time based if the city receives a Canada Summer Jobs grant. Review the Government of Canada Summer Jobs Website for detailed information about the program.

The City is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams and a more vibrant community starts with you! If your experience and education have prepared you for success in this role and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, please submit a cover letter and resume online at www.whiterockcity.ca/careers

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