Job Description

Parks & Recreation Summer Staff Positions 2025

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 outgoing person who likes to work as part of a team, then apply this summer to work with


the 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 self-identity in their application. We continue to focus on equity, diversity, and


inclusion (EDI) as 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, it's 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 Personal Development:

Successful candidates will be provided with both formal and informal training and personal


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

The Town of Kentville Department of Parks Recreation is seeking candidates to fill the following


five (5) Outdoor Day Camp Staff positions:





Camp Director (1 position available)

The Day Camp Director will act as the Camp staff leader and work in conjunction with the


Summer Recreation Coordinator and 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, establish communication lines with


the Summer Recreation Coordinator, 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 & 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 a 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 23rd until August 29th. Pending budget approval,


compensation for this 10-week contract is between $18-20/hr based on a 40 hour week.





Day Camp Leaders (4 positions available)

Reporting to the Camp Director, Outdoor Day Camp Leaders will be responsible for


implementing innovative day-to-day outdoor activities for children between the ages of 6 to 11


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 regulations & emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management


techniques.




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 & experience will also be considered);


Experienced in program planning and delivery;


Able to spend full days outdoors, in all types of weather (and love it!);


Enthusiastic, organized, and a hard worker;


A creative problem solver and able to adapt quickly;


A passionate believer and implementer of inclusive and safe practices;


Willing to learn and be a part of a dynamic team;


Passionate about working and playing with children;


Not afraid to get dirty and play;


Aware of your own privilege and how you are using it to help others;


These positions include one week dedicated to training and planning. Professional development


opportunities will also be made available throughout the summer.





This position will run from June 27th until August 22nd. Pending budget approval,


compensation for this 9-week contract is between $16-18/hr based on a 40-hour week.







To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover-letter outlining your work and volunteer experience. It


would be helpful if you highlight times where you have worked as part of a team, why you are


interested in this opportunity, what skills you have that you love sharing and why we should


pick you. We read a lot of resumes, so be creative!




Don't forget to indicate in your application which position(s) you are applying for. Resumes,


cover letters and three references can be either emailedin a word document or pdf to


recreation@kentville.ca or dropped off at the Department of Parks and Recreation (354 Main


Street). If you choose to drop off your application in person, leave your parents/caretakers in


the car, it's YOU we want to meet!




Bonus: Please ensure that cover letters, resumes and references are merged into one

document .




Successful candidates must provide proof of a cleared vulnerable persons check (depending on


age of candidate) prior to start date.




The Kentville Parks and Recreation Department thanks you in advance for your interest in


summer employment with the Town of Kentville. Only those applicants selected for the


interview process will be contacted. For clarification on the application process or for more


information please contact by email: recreation@kentville.ca