People, Place, Prosperity

Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected, and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity.

Job Profile

City of Cambridge Summer Camps provide staff with valuable and rewarding experience working with children and youth. Be a part of a team of like-minded peers that make a positive impact on our community while enhancing your leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

At City of Cambridge Camps, you will have the opportunity to be a part of exciting theme weeks and specialty camps including archery, skating, hockey, dance, swimming, gaming, robotics, outdoor education and so much more! Working for the City means you will make a difference in children’s lives and create lasting memories with campers that will positively impact their lives in the years to come.

What you will be doing

• Creating fun and exciting daily activity plans, trips, and special events, for up to 9 weeks of camp that uphold the principles of HIGH FIVE®
• Provide an inclusive camp experience which may include working with participants with different needs (i.e. children with disabilities, children with behavior challenges).
• Assist in the development, implementation and supervision of a diversified camp program in cooperation with the Recreation Coordinator
• Supervises daily programming; provides direction and ongoing coaching to enhance front line staff program knowledge, teaching techniques and program planning skills.
• Actively supervise front line staff, ensuring safety standards and establish procedures are being followed.
• Effectively and promptly communicate with the Recreation Coordinator with regard to all aspects related to facilities, staffing, participants, equipment, supplies, or anything that would impact the quality and safe delivery of day-to-day operations.
• Inform the Recreation Coordinator on a daily basis of customer feedback, staff performance, and facility and program items.
• Immediately and effectively respond to program and staff concerns.
• Act as a knowledgeable resource to parents, participants, volunteers and leaders.
• Providing administrative support to the Recreation Coordinator as required
• Liaising with Aquatics Staff regarding swim programming, and acting as a swim buddy in the water during camp swims as required
• Assists in covering in program as camp leader and inclusion support as required
• Oversee the arrival and or departure of campers. Maintain and oversee accurate administrative, attendance, and medical records for all camps.
• Adhering to all established departmental safety standards and practices. Adheres to medication policy including administering and documentation of medication.
• Maintaining a complete understanding of our standard operating procedures, and supporting the Camp Coordinator in applying the established rules and guidelines that oversee the safety and conduct of campers
• Provide the Recreation Coordinator with end-of-season administrative responsibilities as needed (program summary and recommendation, inventories.) Aid with preparation and administering of staff evaluation as required.
• Incorporate and model the HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development in program delivery where appropriate.
• Complete QUEST 2 assessments on designated program areas.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week for the duration of July & August camp programs, to a maximum of 44 hours. Hours vary based on program registration numbers
• Attendance at all mandatory paid trainings, that occur during evenings and weekends throughout May and June, is a condition of employment
• Attendance at all mandatory paid bi-weekly staff meetings that occur outside of camp hours

Education

• Currently enrolled in Recreation and Leisure, Child & Youth, Early Childhood Educator program or similar, or combination of education and experience.
• Behaviour Management Systems and/or Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training is considered an asset.

Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum 2-3 years camp related experience
• Knowledge of program planning including crafts, games, sports, music, and specialty themed programming
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, time-management, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to plan, organize and lead, coach, and motivate staff in a team environment
• Leadership skills and abilities to provide and promote a positive team culture

We are looking for these certificates

Current and valid Police Vulnerable Sector Check to be provided prior to commencement in this position.

Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.

High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development, High Five Quest 2, and Standard First Aid, CPR C AED Certificate

Supervisor Health & Safety Awareness Training Certificate from the Ministry of Labour

Valid G2 or G class driver's license.

We will ask you for these items if you are hired

Current and valid Police Vulnerable Sector Check to be provided prior to commencement in this position.

Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.

High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development, High Five Quest 2, and Standard First Aid, CPR C AED Certificate

Supervisor Health & Safety Awareness Training Certificate from the Ministry of Labour

Valid G2 or G class driver's license.

Safeguard Training (or willingness to obtain as condition of offer).

Rate of pay

The hourly rate for this position starts at $23.12.

Location of position

Duncan McIntosh Arena

Dickson Arena

W.G. Johnson Centre

Hespeler Arena

Preston Memorial Arena

Fountain Street Soccer Complex

Cambridge Sports Park

Cambridge Centre for the Arts

Hours of work

• May 1 – September 4, 2026

• Up to 40 hours per week *hours dependent on weekly registrations at location*

• Mandatory training between May 1 – June 26

• Camp starts on Monday June 29 and ends on Friday September 4

• Camp does not run on July 1 (Canada Day) or August 3 (Civic Holiday)

• Mandatory paid training dates/sessions will occur in May/June and mandatory weekly evening staff meetings in July and August, as scheduled by the Recreation Coordinator. Please note that training dates are subject to change.

Per hiring criteria, employees are expected to be available for the entire summer program period (June 29 – September 4).

Advertisement expiration date

Please apply for this position by January 11, 2026.

Applications received after this date will be considered if there are still positions available after the initial round of hiring.

If you are currently employed with the City of Cambridge, please apply through cityONE, My HR Portal.

Accommodation needs and protection of privacy

The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.

We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact HRServices@Cambridge.ca to make your needs known in advance.

Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Cambridge only.