2024summer Camp Positions

**Parks & Recreation Summer Recreation Positions 2024**
Outdoor Day Camp Staff

The Kentville Parks and Recreation Department provides top quality recreational programs and
services for Kentville and area residents, and is looking for adventurous, enthusiastic employees to
help us keep our commitment to the community. If you are an energetic, self-motivated and
summer recreation team in Kentville.

**Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion**:
The Town of Kentville recently adopted our first Accessibility Action Plan, a testament to our
commitment to developing and supporting a more diverse, inclusive and equitable environment for
all staff and community members. We encourage applicants from equity deserving populations to
part of this framework and are committed to continuing our education and awareness as an
organization. If you have questions on how we can ensure a safe place of employment, or how the
hiring process can accommodate your needs, we invite you to reach out and contact us.

**Why work with us?**
Being a part of the Kentville Parks and Recreation team means you will be working in a dedicated,
positive, and supportive environment. Our department is known for its high standard of service, its
dedication to innovation, and its commitment to serving all members of our community. We do
this because we value our people and we’re passionate about what we do. Really passionate Our
department has an environment that offers support and encouragement: we want you to be
successful at what you do Accountability and fun are the foundations of our workplace culture.

**Training and Development**:
development opportunities that will take place leading up to the start of the summer season and
throughout the summer months. We are committed to offering you more than “just a job” but
rather an opportunity to grow as an individual, try new things, ask lots of questions, explore your
talents, and challenge yourself, all while being surrounded by people who believe in you

**Your Opportunity**
roles:
Day Camp Director
The Day Camp Director will act as the camp staff and leader and work in conjunction with the
Summer Recreation Director and the Manager of Recreation Services to plan, organize and
implement day camp programming. Experience in a similar position and with children and outdoor
education is considered an asset. Chosen applicants will have strong interpersonal and
communication skills with the ability to work independently and exercise initiative.

The Camp Director will provide leadership to Camp Leaders and Junior Camp Leaders, establish
communication lines with the Summer Recreation Director, oversee daily communication with the
parents/guardians of camp participants, and ensure camps have adequate supplies to deliver daily
camp activities and oversee the equipment used throughout the summer. The Camp Director will
prepare plans and reports (such as incident reports) as required.
- We are looking for an individual who is:
- Enrolled in a recognized university or community college in an applicable field of study
- (applicants with equivalent training and experience will also be considered).- Experienced in program planning and delivery.
- Enthusiastic, organized, and a motivated self-starter
- A creative problem solver and able to adapt quickly.
- A passionate believer and implementer of inclusive practices.
- Willing to learn and be part of a dynamic team.
- Knowledgeable about the principles of community development.
- Aware of your own privilege and how you are using it to help others.
- Passionate about delivering thoughtful and impactful recreation opportunities.

This position includes two weeks for training and planning. Professional development
opportunities will also be made available throughout the summer.

This position will run from June 17th until August 23rd. Pending budget approval, compensation for
this 10-week contract is between $18 - 20/hr based on a 40-hour week.

Day Camp Leaders
Reporting to the Camp Director, Day Camp leaders will be responsible for implementing innovative
day to day outdoor activities for children between the ages of 5 to 10 that include the use of
community resources here in Kentville, and throughout Kings County. Camp themes will include
nature and environment, exploration and adventure skills, sport physical literacy development, and
creative arts and culture. These camps are designed to give campers outdoor experiences, while
using principles of recreation literacy.

Experience working with children and outdoor education an asset. Chosen applicants will have
strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work independently and exercise
initiative. Leaders should have the ability to observe/assess camper behavior, enforce safety
- We are looking for individuals who are:
- Enrolled in a recognized university or community college in an applicable field of study
- (applicants with equivalent training and experience will also