Student – Ontario Place Traffic Services Specialist

Apply By: Saturday, February 28, :59 pm EST Positions: 30 temporary positions of varying contract length over the summer Job code: Salary: $18.45 - $18.45 per hour**Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement. Are you a student or recent graduate looking for an opportunity to build your career over the summer? Are you passionate about making a difference? The Summer Employment Opportunities program provides opportunities to obtain valuable work experience, gain transferable skills, and build professional networks. What you’ll gain LEARN: Jump start your career, whether you want to learn business skills, use your French language skills, help out in a lab, or work outdoors. Put the knowledge you've acquired at school into action. GROW: Enhance your skills and expand your network by working on projects, leading initiatives and sharing your ideas. Transfer the skills you learn to your future school and work experiences. CONTRIBUTE: In addition to advancing your professional and personal skills, you will also give back to your community. Spend your summer working to support the interests of Ontarians This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and at various locations across Ontario. Certain cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Carefully review locations through Google Maps and select ONLY those locations that you are able to travel to and work in. You can select up to 10 locations. Notes Relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries. The number of positions to be filled is approximate and subject to change. Please use your legal name when applying to the job ad. Summer placements are typically full‑time (36.25 hrs/week or 40 hrs/week). Some part‑time placements MAY be available based on mutual agreement between the hiring manager and student, if operationally feasible. Please inquire at the interview stage. About the job Student Traffic Services Specialists work as part of the larger security team to ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures of the park, guests, and staff. As a student Traffic Services Specialist, you may have the opportunity to work on some or all of the following activities: Interact with guests to provide directions to various areas of the park, surrounding venues, and transportation. Clarify information to site patrons and guests. Manage traffic. Conduct crowd control practices. Attend to minor first aid calls. Maintain the safety of the public and assist in diffusing escalated situations in a professional manner. Recognize escalating complex situations and notify Security and Loss Prevention Supervisor. Note: You must be at least 18 years old. What you bring to the team Mandatory requirements You must meet all eligibility criteria by the first day of employment (contracts begin between May and July): Student Status: You must be enrolled in a secondary or post‑secondary institution (currently or for the fall semester) OR you must have graduated within the past six months. Age: You must be a minimum of 15 years of age. There is no maximum age limit. Residency: You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment. Work Status: You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) for the full duration of your summer employment. Application: Applications are only accepted online by clicking the “Apply Online” button. Your application should describe how you meet the knowledge and skill requirements outlined on this ad. Communication and Interpersonal Skills You apply your written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents (e.g., incident reports). You apply your customer service and interpersonal skills to interact with and assist guests by providing information. Technical Skills and Knowledge You apply your general knowledge of law‑enforcement regulations and procedures, and are able to understand and apply generally accepted safety and security techniques. Other Requirements You possess a valid Ontario Security Licence. You possess a valid Smart Serve Ontario Certificate. You are willing and able to work a rotating shift schedule, including weekends and statutory holidays. You must have a valid Ontario G1 (or higher) Driver’s Licence or equivalent. You must have valid and current basic CPR and Standard First Aid certificate. Other student and recent graduate opportunities See what other summer opportunities are currently available Also, check out all other student and new recent graduate opportunities offered within the Ontario Public Service. Don't meet every qualification? The SEO program is designed for students and recent graduates who are looking to kick‑start their careers and gain practical work experience. If you’re excited about this position but don’t meet all the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialised individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario’s Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code‑protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us. Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti‑racist, accessible and diverse workplace: Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives Accessibility Anti‑Racism Policy What we offer A purpose‑driven service culture with passionate professionals who contribute to our province A career that can grow across multiple job functions and program areas Flexible learning opportunities, including professional development and mentorship programs Employee networks to foster community and make connections Employee‑centric programmes to support and empower equity‑deserving groups A modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment Additional information: Apply by: Saturday, February 28, :59 pm EST Some positions advertised on this job ad are represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and successful candidates will be required to pay monthly union dues, which are automatically deducted from your pay. Other positions may be excluded from the OPSEU Collective Agreement. You will be advised during the recruitment process by the hiring manager of the business area. You will receive a confirmation splash page verifying receipt of your application when it has been successfully received. If you do not receive a confirmation splash page, it is likely that your application was not successfully received and it is recommended that you resubmit your application. If that still does not result in a confirmation, please contact during the posting period. We cannot provide assistance with submitting your application after the job ad deadline date. How to apply: You must apply online and complete all the mandatory questions on the application form. You must attach one document with your application. We recommend you attach a cover letter and resume to support the information you provide in your application. The cover letter and resume document you attach should not exceed five (5) pages combined. If you require accommodation to apply, or to complete this application form, please contact us at Language requirements and assessment: All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the “position(s) language” section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you’ll also need to pass a French‑language proficiency test. #J-18808-Ljbffr