Skatepark Ambassador

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

Are you an avid Skatepark user that is passionate about the community of Sylvan Lake and it’s youth? Are you seeking summer employment to develop your leadership skills? You will have the opportunity to work with the Youth Services Team and Academy Skateboard Collective, receiving hands on training that support our local youth. We want you to help build a positive culture at our Skatepark where users can fine tune their skills and families can be active together. If you are interested in this tremendous opportunity, we have an immediate opening for:
**Skate Park Ambassador June 1 - August 30, 2023**
**Starting Wage - $20.12/hour**

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:
1. Build rapport and trust with skate park users, including, children, youth, adults and families, focusing on building a positive skate park culture.

2. Assist the Youth Services Mentoring Coordinator in the training, mentoring, and leadership of Skate Park Mentors (Ambassadors-in-Training)

3. Collaborate with other Town departments and youth-serving agencies, such as, RCMP,
Municipal Enforcement, Recreation and Culture, Youth Unlimited, etc

4. Maintenance and upkeep of the skate park, including sweeping, waxing of rails, litter/garbage removal and completion of daily inspections and maintenance of tools and equipment

5. Dealing with questions from the public in a friendly and professional manner and refer questions to supervisors when necessary

6. Ensuring patrons are aware and are adhering to safety protocols
7. Assist beginners and young park users with etiquette, flow and technique
8. Be alert to surroundings, identify potential hazards, and take effective safety precautions. Wear appropriate gear and PPE for the task and weather conditions present

9. Coordinate competitions and/or skate park engagement events with park users and industry partners

10. Participate in Youth Services staff and mentor training program including; Positive Youth
Development, mental health and suicide prevention, conflict resolution and de-escalation

11. Assist in Flipside Youth Centre programs when the Skate Park is not being used due to inclement weather

12. Physical ability and strength, including lifting up to 50 lbs. to perform manual labour tasks and handle equipment

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with or volunteering with children and youth
- Knowledge of skate park operations including etiquette, flow and technique
- Proficient at skating, BMX and/or scooter
- Experience working with tools and power tools (hand tools, mowers, power tools etc.)
- RCMP based Vulnerable Sector Check
- Current Standard First Aid/CPR with AED is required (but can be offered in-house)
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (with proof of Driving Record) is required

If you meet our qualifications and are interested in joining a dynamic team for the summer season, please forward a resume detailing your Skatepark abilities and any coaching skills you may haveto:
Town of Sylvan Lake
5012 - 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6
Attention: Human Resources

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months

**Salary**: From $20.12 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Sylvan Lake, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Skatepark: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- RCMP Based Vulnerable Sector Check (required)
- Class 5 AB Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-05-07
Expected start date: 2023-06-01