Co-op Student, Crcs

**Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines**:
**About the City**:
At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in The City of St. Catharines - Strategic Plan 2023 to 2027. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring, not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.

**About the Role**:
The successful applicant will work in the Business Planning and Strategic Services section of the Community, Recreation and Cultural Services Department on a variety of tasks including the co-ordination and implementation of continuing municipal projects as well as the research and conceptual planning and design for proposed projects.

**What You Will be Doing**:

- Provide administrative support for the Parks Design and Development section.
- Communicate with the public, contractors, staff and other government agencies.
- Co-ordinate, monitor and inspect on-going departmental projects.
- Provide assistance, prepare work plans, complete surveys, research and reference parks components for departmental projects.
- These responsibilities outline the principal functions of the position and serve as a guiding vision for the role's impact and contribution._

**About You**:
**Qualifications**:

- Currently enrolled in a Business Administration or related program.

**Skills**:

- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Proven clerical, research, analytical and computer skills.
- Ability to work with others.
- Well-developed organizational skills.

**Other Requirements**:

- Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.
- A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.
- Proof of education will be required upon hire.
- Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence, Class “G” with a clean driving record.

**What’s in it for you**:

- Salary & Benefits: Get a competitive salary plus health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage (for eligible positions).
- Pension Plan: Enjoy enrollment in the OMERS pension plan with matched contributions for a secure retirement. Learn more at OMERS.
- Flexibility: Achieve work-life balance with our hybrid work environment (for eligible positions).
- Professional Development: Access training and development funds to support your career growth.
- Make Your Mark: Share your ideas, drive change, and leave a lasting impact through modernization efforts.
- Great People: Work with a supportive team and a leadership team focused on growth and success.

**Other Job Details**:

- Pay Rate: $18.01 (2024 rate)
- Employee Group: Non-union, Student
- Department: Community, Recreation and Culture Services
- Position Type: Full-time, Temporary (18 weeks with possibility of extension)
- Work Mode: Hybrid
- Work Location: 101 King St
- Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- Number of Openings: 1
- Job ID: 2025-02
- Posted Date: December 19, 2024

**Additional Information**:
For applicable positions, the recruitment process will be conducted using video conference technology. Please note that for certain roles, in-person interviews may be required.

They City of St. Catharines does not use AI Technology in any part of the recruitment process.

**Employment Equity, Inclusivity and Accommodation**:
Dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment, the City of St. Catharines is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform the Human Resources Division of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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