Sports Summer Camp Director

The Municipality of North Cowichan (population 31900) is located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Southern Vancouver Island between Nanaimo and Victoria. Our communities of Chemainus Crofton Maple Bay and the South End are home to a multitude of artistic cultural and outdoor recreational activities. The Municipality provides a stable and varied work environment competitive pay and benefits. We are looking for a dynamic people-focused individual for the position of Manager Parks and Forestry. Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully fostering strong working relationships with community partners including First Nations other municipalities and all levels of government agencies while implementing and monitoring the Municipalitys objectives as outlined in Councils Strategic Plan and the Parks and Trails Master Plan. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in parks operations and community engagement and who can also provide oversight of forestry-related activities within the Municipal Forest Reserve. Reporting to the Director Parks and Recreation this position will require considerable experience providing overall leadership for the development and implementation of improved policies measures and programs for a municipal Parks and Forestry Department. Effective collaboration with senior management is required and is expected to provide subject matter expertise on all horticultural matters. The Director of Parks and Recreation maintains the title and authority of Municipal Forester for the organization and will provide oversight of professional forestry-related activities and decisions ensuring alignment with municipal goals and regulatory requirements. Key areas of focus for the position will be the planning operation maintenance permitting and public use programming of the following North Cowichan public spaces while identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies to prevent or minimize environmental impacts: Parks and trails Waterfronts natural park areas Sports fields Boulevards and roadway horticulture and arboriculture Community services functions (roadside brushing mowing and street sweeping) Cemeteries Required Skills, Qualifications and Abilities Completion of a diploma or university degree in Horticulture Recreation Sport and Tourism Urban Forestry Parks and Recreation Management Parks Maintenance Management Natural Resource Management Landscape Architecture or another parks-related field. A minimum of six (6) years of progressive experience in parks operations and management including at least three years in a leadership role with responsibility for supervision and project management. Considerable technical and practical knowledge related to managing and delivering diverse regional and/or municipal parks services such as complex park operations and maintenance visitor services interpretation services cemetery operations sports field operations resource management planning and public consultation. Demonstrated knowledge of trail planning construction rehabilitation and maintenance practices in alignment with the International Mountain Bicycling Association Guidelines and the Whistler Trail Standards. Demonstrable verbal and written communication skills including well-developed report writing and public presentation skills. Considerable experience with budget preparation reporting and resource allocations. Provides year-end forecasts identifies and justifies long-term capital and operating requirements. Experience leading Occupational Health and Safety initiatives and promoting a strong culture of health and safety. Ability to manage a diverse and complex portfolio of work while establishing ambitious and challenging goals; demonstrating innovative solutions to overcoming obstacles. Considerable experience in leading public and stakeholder engagement consultation facilitation and negotiation. Extensive experience leading and supervising both exempt and unionized staff clearly understanding the importance of leadership including the ability to motivate and develop a high performing collaborative team by coaching mentoring and developing staff. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships. Skilled in dealing openly tactfully and sensitively in a variety of situations and responding effectively to emotional triggers in self and others. Proven ability to use good judgment tact and diplomacy to resolve complex problems. Possession and maintenance of a valid Class 5 B.C. Drivers License; a satisfactory current drivers abstract will be required. The position may be physically demanding. Assets Experience in forestry-related practices such as silviculture wildfire risk mitigation road maintenance and forest education. Knowledge of legislation and regulations impacting land use practices on the Municipal Forest Reserve. Registration as a Registered Professional Technologist or Registered Professional Forester with Forest Professionals BC. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package is offered. This position is excluded from union membership. Candidates being considered will be required to undergo a comprehensive evaluation of skills qualifications and abilities. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a police information check. Sports Summer Camp Director - Location: Woodbridge, ON About Woodbridge Sports Dome Summer Champ Camp At Woodbridge Sports Dome, we believe sports play a vital role in every child's development. Our Summer Champ Camp offers high-energy, skill-building sports programming for boys and girls ages 4-14, blending top-tier instruction with safety, fun, and unforgettable experiences. Camp Details -Location: Woodbridge Sports Dome (7501 Martin Grove Road, Woodbridge) -Dates: July 2 - August 30 (9 weeks) -Hours (vary): 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday - Friday Position: Summer Sports Camp Director As the Summer Sports Camp Director, you'll be the driving force behind a smooth, exciting, and well-organized camp experience. You'll oversee daily operations, lead a team of coaches, and ensure campers leave with incredible memories—while parents leave with complete confidence in our program. Key Responsibilities Manage sign-in/sign-out procedures for campers, ensuring safety and efficiency. Ensure the camp runs on schedule, resolving any disruptions swiftly. Oversee equipment setup, inventory, and maintenance. Leadership & Staff Management Supervise and support camp coaches, ensuring they follow the schedule and maintain high-energy engagement. Conduct weekly staff check-ins and provide feedback to optimize performance. Lead pre-camp orientation & training for coaches. Program Development & Scheduling Design weekly camp activity schedules, balancing sports drills, games, and fun challenges. Adjust programming based on camper engagement and feedback. Organize special events, tournaments, and themed days to keep camp dynamic. Parent & Camper Relations Serve as the main point of contact for parent inquiries and concerns. Address parent complaints professionally and promptly. Provide daily/weekly updates to families on camp highlights. Administrative Duties Order and manage camp supplies and equipment. Track attendance, incidents, and program feedback. Assist in marketing efforts to boost camp enrollment. Qualifications High School Diploma (required); post-secondary education in sports management, recreation, kinesiology, or education (preferred). 4+ years of camp experience (as counselor, coach, or director). First Aid & CPR-C Certification (mandatory); High Five Certification (preferred). Strong leadership—you motivate, problem-solve, and keep energy high Organizational superstar—schedules, logistics, and parent communications run smoothly under your watch. Available full-time (must commit to all 9 weeks + prep weeks in June). Why Join Us Lead a fun, active, and rewarding summer program. Build leadership experience in sports education & camp management. Competitive pay at $20/hour (seasonal contract). Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal Salary: $20.00/hour Experience: Camp leadership - 4+ years (required) Certifications: Standard First Aid & CPR-C (mandatory) Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal Contract length: 9 weeks Pay: $20.00 per hour Benefits Casual dress Discounted or free food On-site parking Store discount Schedule Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends Application question(s) Can you tell us about any skills or experience you have that might be helpful in this job? Are you available all 9 weeks of Summer Camp? (June 30 - August 30) Education Bachelor's Degree (preferred) Experience Sports Camp: 4 years (required) Director: 2 years (preferred) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 2025-06-16 Sports Camp Daily Administrator - Location Montréal, QC Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). Position Summary: Under the director of the immediate supervisor, the Sports Camp Daily Administrator will be expected to assist with various responsibilities which will ensure the camp runs safely and smoothly throughout the summer. The summer camp runs from Monday to Friday (no weekends required). Primary Responsibilities: Collaborate with the children's programming manager in the planning, supervision, scheduling and delivery of the summer sports camp. Serve as the principal on-site lead for sports camp. Primary contact for parent inquiries. Verify and prepare payroll documents for approval and when necessary serve as a delegate in the manager's absence. Record hours for payroll (absentee, late arrivals or early departure) Manage counsellor incidents Assist section leaders with camper incidents Ensure administrative documents are up to date (absences, t-shirt lists, schedules, bunk lists) Collect and assist in reviewing staff evaluations Notify client services of any communications with parents (consult marketing/communications) Adhere to the protocols outlined by the Quebec Camp Association. Other Qualifications CPR/First Aid preferred, DAFA certification strongly recommended 3 years minimum of camp experience, 2 years minimum in a leadership role at a camp required Knowledge of Spectrum preferred, must be proficient in Excel Bachelor of Education complete or in progress In order to be considered for this position, the selected candidate is required to successfully pass their criminal background check. Note the expected number of working hours (no weekend work) : 10 hours between May 1 and June 13 40 hours between June 14 and August 8 10 hours between August 11 and August 15 Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located. Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4. For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here. Minimum Education and Experience: DEC III 3 Years Related Experience / Annual Salary: (MPEX Grade 03) $61,070.00 - $71,850.00 - $82,630.00 Job Profile: MPEX-ADM1A - General Administration - Professional 1 (Excluded) Hours per Week: 33.75 (Full time) Supervisor: Children's Programming and Internal Events Position End Date (If applicable): 2025-08-15 Deadline to Apply: 2025-03-30 McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. 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