Job Description

Requisition Number:

2025-64

Posted:

October 23, 2025

Position Type:

Temporary, Part-Time

Anticipated Contract Start/End Date:

November 2025 to June 2026

Location:

Port Elgin, ON

Number of Vacancies:

13

Saugeen Shores: Both city and town, wrapped in a village.

Choosing to work and live in Saugeen Shores gives you an unparalleled choice of easy-going lifestyles, economic opportunities and nature at every turn. You can truly create your own village in this growing, diverse community of neighbourhoods and amenities. You can replace long commutes with easy lakeshore rides. You can choose to be as active or relaxed as you want to be. You can make all these great choices without sacrificing family life, schools, and even access to the wide world. Nestled on the shores of Lake Huron with forests and farms all around, Saugeen Shores is the promise of both cities and towns, wrapped in a village.

The Team:

We take our team-first culture so seriously; we wrote a Team Saugeen Charter to celebrate and protect it. Our shared role is to keep Saugeen Shores safe, well-serviced, growing and vibrant in ways that respect the public and reflect our members. We develop careers from the inside first. We engage each other personally and professionally. We welcome change. we embrace new ideas. We do more than live with work processes; we seek to continuously improve them. And we have each other's backs - because that is what great teams do.

What we offer you:

Enrollment in the OMERS pension plan. A passion for investing in our workforce through continuous learning and development Flexible work options.

About the Role:

We are seeking (13) service-oriented individuals to join our team as Program and Fitness Staff, reporting to the Wellness and Program Supervisor.



In this role, you will be responsible for the implemtntation and delivery of registered and drop-in recreation programming, as well as Fitness Centre support at the Prdye Aquatic & Wellness Centre (Pryde AWC). Based on your qualifications and interests, you may support either the Fitness/Wellness or Dryland/Recreation program areas, contributing to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all patrons.

Responsibilities:

Deliver and support registered and drop-in recreation programs, fitness classes, and/or special events, ensuring alignment with program plans and guidelines. Create a welcoming, inclusive, and friendly environment for patrons in the Fitness Centre, Studio, and recreation spaces. Monitor and assist patrons in the Fitness Centre, respond to inquiries, and provide orientations and tours as needed. Fitness Staff will oversee drop-in fitness classes, including setup, registration, and customer service during sessions. Maintain cleanliness and organization of equipment and program spaces, performing light housekeeping duties as required. Take attendance, maintain daily logs, and compile participation statistics and reports related to program areas. Program Staff will act as a day-of contact for birthday parties and other recreation programs, ensuring smooth delivery and customer satisfaction. Promote and adhere to corporate health and safety policies, provide minor first aid, and complete accident/injury reports. Guide patrons throughout the facility and perform equipment checks to support safe and efficient operations. Participate in job-specific and corporate training opportunities, staying current with best practices and trends in recreation and fitness programming.

Competencies and skills you bring to the role:

Adaptability: You respond quickly and effectively to changing participant needs, and facility requirements, maintaining a flexible and solution-focused approach. Communication: You communicate clearly and confidently with participants, colleagues, and supervisors, both verbally and in writing. Conflict Resolution: You handle challenging situations calmly and professionally, promoting a positive and inclusive environment. Customer Service: You create a welcoming and motivating atmosphere, ensuring participants feel supported and valued. Interpersonal Skills: You build strong relationships with participants of all ages and abilities, fostering trust and engagement. Organization: You manage time effectively, maintain accurate recrods, and ensure fitness areas and reception spaces are clean and well-prepared. Independence: You take initiative in managing responsibilities and addressing participant needs with minimal supervision.

Education and Training:

High School diploma or GED required. Post-secondary diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion, Recreation and Leisure Studies, or a related field is preferred. Current Standard First Aid Certification is required. HIGH FIVE Certification (Principles of Healthy Childhood Development) is preferred. CanFitPro Personal Training Certification or equivalent, and/or certification in fitness instruction, is considered an asset. A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

Experience and Knowledge:

Minimum of three (3) to six (6) months' experience instructing/leading programming, or equivalent. One (1) years' experience in recreation program delicery within a municipal setting, is considered an asset. Previous experience in a multi-use recreation facility or high-paced customer service setting, is considered an asset. Demonstrated experience developing and instructing recreational programming, is considered an asset.

Wage:

$23.94 to $27.21 per hour(depending on experience and qualifications)

Application Process:

This is a new position at the Town of Saugeen Shores, established to support the new Pryde Aquatic & Wellness Centre.

If you're interested in joining our team, click the "Apply Now" at the top and/or bottom of the job posting to start the application process by the posting closing date. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



The Town of Saugeen Shores is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Town of Saugeen Shores will make every effort to accommodate applicants with disabilities in its recruitment and selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only.



If you require an accommodation to submit your resume for an employment opportunity, or for more information on accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at jobs@saugeenshores.ca or by phone at 519-832-2008 x.132.