Summer Activity Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Victoria, Canada St. Michaels University School Full time

**Summer Activity Coordinator**

**External Programs Department**

**June 5 to August 11, 2023**

Located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, St. Michaels University School (SMUS) is a Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 day and boarding school with a global reputation for academic excellence. At St. Michaels University School, we seek to employ and empower individuals who wish to forge impactful relationships and careers that place our students at the centre. We firmly believe that expanding our diversity while adjusting our practice will lead to becoming the community we envision - a place where staff and students share a sense that they fully belong.

St. Michaels University School’s External Programs Department offers an array of educational enrichment programs for all students. During holiday periods (winter, spring, summer breaks), the programs provide a learning experience for students aged 6-17 that emphasize skill development, cooperation, participation, and fun.

SMUS Camps will deliver summer boarding camps for students aged 13-17 between July 4th and August 10th, 2023. We offer camps focusing on leadership and ELL, volleyball, engineering, game development and music.

**The Position**:
Reporting to the Director of External Programs, the Activity Coordinator provides safe and enjoyable on
- and off-campus activities for students during the summer.

Activities are a key part of the student experience, introducing them to the natural, cultural, and historical environment of Victoria and Vancouver Island. The Activity Coordinator plans, organizes, schedules and delivers weekend and evening activities.

**Hours of Work**:
June 5 to August 11, 2023: weekends and evenings, 40 hours per week.
- Completed or enrolled in relevant post-secondary education such as Business, Recreation, or Education.
- Minimum of 1 year of related experience in activity or event planning.
- Experience working with youth in a mentoring or supervisory role.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Use sound judgement to solve problems or escalate issues as appropriate.
- Ability to be collaborative and team oriented.
- Enthusiastic, energetic, a self-starter.
- Ability to work independently, set priorities and schedule and meet deadlines with conflicting demands.
- Ability to work cooperatively and develop positive working relationships.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and organization skills.
- Experience using Microsoft Office software: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Valid First Aid certificate.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Plan and lead on
- and off-campus activities in the evening and on weekends.
- Ensure all transportation is booked for activities with the Transportation Manager
- Correspond with guides and service providers to confirm arrival and departure times and participant numbers.
- Communicate the details of each activity to the administrative staff, teachers and students.
- Supervise Student Ambassadors while on activities.
- Maintain and store sports equipment.
- Plan meals for off campus trips if needed - bagged lunch, restaurant, or from the supermarket.
- Coordinate waivers that are required with the Program Coordinator.
- Plan and participate in the trip to Vancouver and Whistler.
- Communicate with staff regarding safety and risk management before each activity.
- Work alongside other management staff in ensuring the success of all parts of daily life on camp.
- Monitor student behavior during activities and inform boarding staff if there are any concerns.
- Completes incident and accident reports as needed.
- Take photos of student activities and share with the Communications Assistant.

**Criminal Record Check**:
Must pass and maintain a clear Solicitor General criminal record check for the purpose of working with children.

**Application Details**:
Please respond with a cover letter and resume in a single document by 2:00 pm Thursday, February 23, 2023.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 2 months

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Expected start date: 2023-06-05

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