Summer Student Sports Trader

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) ; andCemeteries.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.onstrable 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.AssetsExperience 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.Join Atlantic Lottery for an Exciting SummerAre you an energetic responsible and enthusiastic post-secondary student looking for a rewarding summer job Atlantic Lottery is on the lookout for students just like you If youre 19 years or older by the start of the work term we have an amazing opportunity that will help you build your skills make new friends and make a difference in the lives of Atlantic Canadians.Position : Summer Student - Sports TraderLocation : Moncton NB in officeWork Term : Typically 16 weeks starting in May 2026Application Deadline : January 11 2026Why Join UsReal-World Experience : Dive into the exciting world of sports betting and event management. Youll gain hands-on experience with real data reporting tools and operational processes that matter.Skill Building : Strengthen your analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills while working in a fast-paced environment. Learn tools like Oracle and Excel that employers value.Impactful Work : Your contributions will help shape the daily sports offerings enjoyed by thousands of Atlantic Canadians.Networking & Career Development : Build connections within Atlantic Lottery and explore future opportunities in analytics operations and gaming.What youll doResponsibilitiesWhat Youll Do :Daily Event Management : Includes timely and accurate creation and monitoring of the daily Proline games lists and events.Support Sales and Prize Expense Targets : Maximize the number of attractive offerings for sale on the daily list. Seek new market opportunities.Stakeholder Support : Be resourceful and knowledgeable in handling all internal requests for information in an accurate and timely manner.Issue Management : Be able to report on and manage issues as they arise through to completion (using documented procedures when available) using good judgement on how when and to whom to escalate.What youll needQualificationsStrong numerical and mathematical skills.High attention to detail and action oriented.Team player with good interpersonal skills.Ability to work varying shifts.Working knowledge of Excel.Ability to work under pressure prioritize and make quick decisions.Education and Requirements :Studying in post-secondary education in a business or related program.Must be 19 years of age or older by start date.Must reside in Atlantic Canada.Recruitment Process : Over the past few years we have embraced meaningful changes in our workplace including enhancements to our hiring practices. Our typical recruitment process includes two in-person interviews an assignment and/or scenario-based questions to assess your knowledge behavioral or cognitive assessments and verification of relevant certifications where applicable. All interviews are conducted in English our primary working language unless otherwise specified.We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo reference checks and a mandatory criminal background check. Depending on the role financial educational and credential verifications may also be conducted as part of our comprehensive hiring process.Eligibility to Work in Canada : As applicable candidates must have acquired all required work permits/visas and other authorizations and otherwise be eligible to work in Canada at the time any offer of employment is made by AL. It is the sole responsibility of the candidate to obtain all required work permits/visas and other authorizations.A little bit about usAtlantic LotteryOur players have been having fun and dreaming big since 1976 when Atlantic Lottery started offering lottery games on behalf of the governments of Nova Scotia New Brunswick Newfoundland and Labrador and Prince Edward Island. The game options have grown and changed over the years and so has our workforce Todays Atlantic Lottery has more than 600 employees who are the heart and soul of our business. We offer everything from dare-to-dream draw games to online bingo; breakopen tickets to sports wagering; and games in social settings and on the internet. With games come winners - big and small wins every day - but the best thing about lottery games is that when you choose to play with us everyone benefits. 100% of our profits go back into our communities. That feels good #ProudToBeALWe are proud gritty community minded and punch above our weight. Being Atlantic Canadian means that we work hard and we know how to have fun. It also means that we genuinely care for each other as co-workers neighbours and friends.Your best life is waiting in Atlantic Canada. At Atlantic Lottery we have many roles that allow you to work from any of our four Atlantic provinces. Explore living East:Nova ScotiaNewfoundlandAre you interestedWork With UsWe are committed to fostering an inclusive accessible environment where all employees and customers feel valued respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator/SupervisorAt Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSIONImagine the excitement and ability to show off your incredible skills in a deployed environment (overseas) for six months delivering fitness, sports, and recreation services to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and partner nations from across the world. As a deployed Fitness, Sports, and Recreation team member, you are not just delivering these services, but enhancing the overall morale and welfare of all the troops deployed.The Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator and Supervisor are part of an enthusiastic team of adventurous individuals who enjoy meaningful employment and contributing in a team-based land or ship-based environment. Excited by the opportunity to deploy as a civilian among our CAF personnel abroad, you are a team player in a fast-paced setting. You are able to adapt to new challenges in an ever-changing dynamic environment.The Fitness, Sports, and Recreation Coordinator and Supervisor will be contributing at the forefront of supporting the CAF abroad. Most importantly, you will be coordinating Fitness, Sports and Recreation for the CAF, and partner nations. You will conduct personal and group fitness, sports training and events, organize and deliver recreation events, as well as delivering briefings and guidance on fitness, sports and recreation policies, directives and procedures.The Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator and Supervisor play an important role in enhancing the morale of military members by planning recreational activities, outings and events. Keeping the military energized ensures they are mentally and physically ready to sustain the difficulties of military operations, and live healthy balanced lives.The Supervisor is selected from the pool of Coordinator candidates and after successful completion of the Training and Selection Course. The Supervisor oversees the fitness, sports, and recreation department. Supporting and leading a team of Coordinators towards developing and delivering exceptional programs and services for the CAF and their partner nations.The Supervisor is responsible for managing team members and program schedules, performance management, and overall management of the fitness, sports, and recreation department.This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity that does not come along oftenQUALIFICATIONS NEEDEDEducation, Certifications and LicensesCollege diploma or certificate in Exercise Sciences, or a related fieldCurrent Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) designation, an assetCanadian citizenshipMust have a valid Canadian passportValid Canadian driver’s license (Class G or Class 5)ExperienceIn planning, organizing, and coordinating the operations and delivery of physical fitness, sports, and recreation programsIn applying policies, procedures, regulations, and applicable legislationIn evaluating physical fitnessIn preparing and conducting physical fitness training sessionsIn preparing and administering tournaments and sporting eventsIn officiating sporting events and/or athletic competitionsIn coaching sportsAdditional Supervisor ExperienceIn managing facilitiesIn inventory control and loss preventionIn personnel administrationCompetenciesClient focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.Additional Qualifications Prior to DeploymentCompletion of a health, dental and psychosocial assessmentSecurity screeningCurrent CPR and Basic First Aid qualificationsAbility to walk and lift, carry, pull/or push heavy itemsLANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSEnglish EssentialJOB INFORMATIONPOSITION TYPECivilian deployment contracts are 6-month terms. Deployment start dates may take place within the next 2 years.Hours of work: Maximum 56 hours per week, which includes weekdays and weekends.BENEFITSTax free allowance: Possibility of up to $1,756 per month in addition to your salary (allowance rates are based on mission/location/date).Home leave and travel allowance: Possibility of paid leave and travel allowance.Accommodations and meals: Provided for duration of deployment.Health benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.Excursions: Possibility to explore and experience the local culture and environment through activities like excursions off base.LOCATION: Latvia or aboard HMC ships.APPLICATION INFORMATION - IMPORTANTTO APPLY:In order to be considered for deployment, please include the following in your application. Failure to include all items will result in your application being screened out of the competition.1) Resume – clearly show how you met each qualification.2) Cover Letter – explain why you want to deploy.This job opportunity expires at 11:59 PM EST.IF SUCESSFUL – SELECTION AND TRAINING COURSESuccessful candidates will be invited to participate in a multi-day training and selection course.Location: Halifax, Nova ScotiaDate: April 24, 2026 - May 3, 2026Compensation: Fully paid attendance, including travel, accommodations and mealsPurpose: You will learn more in-depth about the day-to-day expectations, technical work-related training, as well as a basic understanding of military practices and procedures. This will give you an opportunity to learn more about our organization as well as interact with like-minded people that may be deploying with you. Your completion of the training session will be valid for 2 years.LEARN MORELearn more about deployment support:Have questions before applying? Join us for a Question and Answer SessionJanuary 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST EnglishJanuary 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST FrenchThis webinar will provide an overview of the job positions with Deployment Support, living conditions while deployed, challenges of deploying, locations of deployment, perks of the job, and the application process. You will have a chance to hear from people that have deployed previously and what a rewarding experience it was.After the overview, there will be an opportunity to post questions to the CFMWS - PSP Deployment Support team.INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATIONCFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.Job Reference: CFMWS16238Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Summer Student Sports Trader. Be the first to apply #J-18808-Ljbffr