Recreation Summer Student

Department:      Recreation & Community Wellness

Reports to:         Recreation Summer Student Coordinator

Location:             Inverness County, NS

Job Category:    Full-time Seasonal [35 hours per week]

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Recreation Summer Students will work with the Recreation & Community Wellness Department staff in the delivery of recreation & leisure programs within the County of Inverness. There will be required travel within the Municipality. The anticipated start date for this role is July 2025.

JOB DUTIES:

• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed.
• Support groups and individuals in recreation and leisure programming.
• Assemble and sanitize supplies, sports, and game equipment.
• Promote safe outdoor recreation experiences within the County.
• Manage and maintain Summer Equipment Rental program.
• Support Community Wellness initiatives.
• Assist with virtual program development & social media.
• Commit to achieving excellence in quality service and cost management through high level continuous improvement systems.
• Conduct and attend safety, operational and training meetings as required.
• Adhere to Municipal policies and procedures.
• Other related duties as assigned.

SAFETY:

• Adhere to all policies and procedures set forth by the Municipality of the County of Inverness.
• Report all work situations which are suspected of being unhealthy or unsafe.
• Report any employee whose on-the-job performance or actions contravenes established safety procedures or work practices.
• Report all Occupational Health & Safety related injuries or property damage regardless of severity.
• Submit reports on accidents and other hazardous conditions discovered and promptly attend to all hazardous situations.
• Report all near-misses and incidents, immediately.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• All applicants for this position must live within the Municipality of the County of Inverness.
• Applicants for the position must be a mature, responsible person, who is performance-orientated and can work independently.
• Team player who works well with others.
• First Aid Certification would be an asset.
• Experience and interest in hiking, sport, and physical activities.
• Previous experience working with children is considered an asset.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

At the Municipality of the County of Inverness, we are dedicated to building a workplace that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage individuals of all abilities, backgrounds, and communities to apply.

To apply for this position, forward your cover letter and resume in confidence to jobs@invernesscounty.ca. This role will remain posted until April 16, 2025.