Summer Employment Opportunities How would you like to spend

Summer Employment Opportunities
How would you like to spend your summer?
Deadline for Applications:
Friday April 17th, 2015
Contents
General Information .................................................................................................................................. 3
Program Descriptions ................................................................................................................................ 5
Summer Programs Coordinator............................................................................................................... 6
Day Camp Councillors/ Kinderskills ..................................................................................................... 7
Public Works/Maintenance Worker ....................................................................................................... 8
Application Form ....................................................................................................................................... 9
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Are you interested in working with
us for the summer?
General Information
The Town of Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s is looking for you to join our Recreation
Team for the summer. We offer a variety of programs for children ages 4 - 12.
Working with the Town has great opportunities for training in various areas,
along with providing experiences in teamwork, public relations, skill
development and much more. If you think you’re a motivated, energetic
individual apply now, don’t miss the deadline!
How to apply:
 Read through the job descriptions and complete the application at the end
 Submit the application along with your resume, including two references
 Applications can be submitted through email, dropped off to the Town
Hall, or through mail (must be post marked April 17th)
 Only those successful in receiving an interview will be contacted
Where Can I apply?
Drop off or Mail To:
Town of Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s Summer Employment
Robin Wight
Recreation Programs and Special Events Coordinator
1119 Thorburn Rd
Portugal Cove – St. Philips, NL
A1M 1T6
Email: robin.wight@pcsp.ca
ALL APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY: FRIDAY APRIL 17TH, 2015
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Employment Information:
 Must be attending secondary or post-secondary institute full time, with
plans to attend in the Fall 2015
 Leadership qualities and good communication skills
 Previous experience with children
 Valid First Aid Certificate
 Current Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC)Certificate of Conduct
 Some positions will require a valid driver’s license and daily access to a
vehicle
 Positions are based on a 40 hour work week, with flexibility allotted for
evenings and weekends (when necessary)
 Mandatory training/orientation will take place beginning June 29. Staff
must be available to attend
 Staff will be required to work on Canada Day for the Town’s events
All positions are based subject to funding approval. We would like to thank you
for your interest in applying with the Town of Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s.
Additional information can be found by calling Robin Wight at 895-8000, ext.
265.
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Program Descriptions
Day Camp
 The Town of Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s offers a 8 week summer Day
Camp Program to participants ages 7 – 12. The program includes daily
outings, guest speakers, activities all of which are planned by summer
staff. Spend your summer with children promoting cooperative play,
weekly themes, educational experiences and much more.
Kinderskills
 The Kinderskills program runs full days however only two days a week,
for children ages 4 – 6 years old. In this program staff are responsible to
plan age appropriate activities that are both creative and physical. On days
with no program, staff will work with the Day Camp.
Public Works/Maintenance
 This position will work mainly outside, caring for the Town’s parks,
playgrounds, and facilities during the summer months. Staff will report to
the Recreation Director alongside the Public Works Department in
ensuring a clean and beautiful town for the summer.
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Summer Programs Coordinator
Responsibilities:
 Shall prepare the groundwork for the recreation program and implement
department policy.
 Prepare and plan schedules for Day Camp
 Prepare the public relations material and begin the registration process.
 Conduct employee interviews and assist in the selection of employees.
 Shall prepare and plan Community Events and programs.
 Responsible for inventory management, direct management of employees
and programs throughout the summer.
 Act as the liaison/communication link between staff members and the
Recreation Department.
 Prepare formative and summative evaluations of all staff members.
 Prepare a final report on the summer activities/special events with
suggestions and recommendations for the following year.
 Assist the Recreation Department on a day-to-day basis and perform other
related duties.
Qualifications (can be completed when successfully hired):
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2015 RNC Code of Conduct
Valid Standard First Aid
CPR Level C
Currently attending Post-Secondary, or planning to attend in fall 2015
Experience in planning, implementation of children’s programs
Previous supervisory experience is required
High Five® Principals of Healthy Child Development
Valid driver’s license and daily access to personal vehicle
Period of Employment: May 2015 – August 2015
(Period may vary depending on program placement)
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Day Camp & Kinderskills Councillors
Responsibilities:
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Provide leadership and supervision to participants
Plan and oversee day to day activities with programs
Organizing activities, outings, daily schedules
Provide a safe environment for participants in programs
Good customer service skills and problem solving abilities
Other assigned duties include: assisting with Town Special events
Qualifications (can be completed once successfully hired):
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2015 RNC Code of Conduct
Valid Standard First Aid
CPR Level CC
Currently attending Post-Secondary, or planning to attend in fall 2015
Experience in planning, implementation of children’s programs
Previous supervisory experience is required
High Five® Principals of Healthy Child Development
Period of Employment: June 2015 – August 2015
(Period may vary depending on program placement)
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Public Works/Maintenance Worker
Responsibilities:
 The preparation and maintenance of all parks, fields, playgrounds,
canteens, washrooms and other recreational facilities in the town.
 The operation of equipment such as lawn mowers, aerators, trimmers and
garden tools to maintain parks, fields and facilities.
 The maintenance of equipment to ensure it is in good running condition.
 Assist with the beautification of parks, playgrounds, and recreation
facilities, and assist with other municipal beautification projects as directed
by the Director of Recreation and the Town Foreman.
 Performs a variety of outside activities associated with maintenance of
town facilities..
 Good customer service skills and problem solving abilities
 Other assigned duties include: assisting with Town Special events
Qualifications (can be completed once successfully hired):
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2015 RNC Code of Conduct
Valid Standard First Aid
CPR Level CC
Currently attending Post-Secondary, or planning to attend in fall 2015
Experience in parks maintenance or a related field, and basic knowledge of
turf maintenance and equipment is required.
Period of Employment: June 2015 – August 2015 (period may vary)
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Application Form
Personal Information
First Name
Last Name
Initial.
Address:
City Town:
Postal Code:
Phone: (Home)
Cell:
Email:
Date of Birth:
Job Preference: List in order of first – last what jobs you wish to apply for
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Qualifications
Have you ever been employed with the Town before
Yes
No
Valid First Aid
Yes
No
CPR C
RNC Code of Conduct
High Five: Principles of Healthy Child Development
Valid Driver’s License
Daily Access to Vehicle
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
Education
Educational Institute
Program
Degree/Diploma/Certificate
Experience
Previous Work Experience
Date
Duties
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Experience Continued
Check off all boxes that apply, and complete the information below
Experience in planning and running programs for children ages 4 – 12:
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Experience in outdoor pursuits, or creative areas:
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Working with a person with a disability or special need
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Supervising staff , Facilitating training
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Other qualifications, experience:
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Reference Information
Reference
Relation
Contact
Deadline: Thursday April 17, 2014, 4:30pm
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Signature
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Date
 Must include a resume along with application
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