Day Camp Leader (Open to current City of Victoria employees only)

Job Description Day Camp Leader Competition Number: 26/166 Posting Scope: Internal (Open to current City of Victoria employees only) Posted Date: September 08, 2026 Closing Date: September 20, 2026, 4:30 PM PST Department: Parks & Recreation Work schedule: Auxiliary - ongoing, as needed Salary: $25.72 per hour, Pay Grade 103 (under review) Plus 15% in lieu of benefits Job Code: 2011 Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position Number of Vacancies: 12 Auxiliary status employees will be paid an additional 15% in lieu of vacation, holiday, sick leave beyond the statutory requirement, and other benefits, per the CUPE Local 50 Collective Agreement. POSITION FUNCTION The Day Camp leader is responsible for leading and supervising children in a variety of day camp activities. This role helps to support camp programming that is safe, engaging and fun and plays a key role in providing guidance and support to camp attendees. KEY DUTIES Main tasks include programming, leading and supervising children in camps throughout the summer. Knowledge of games, crafts, sports, outdoor recreation, weekly program planning and risk management. INDEPENDENCE Work is performed following established routines and is reviewed by supervisor. KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to engage and effectively work with children Complete forms accurately. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner. Work safely on job site. QUALIFICATIONS Current Standard First Aid and CPR C are required. A Class 4 Driver’s License is an asset. Successful applicants will be required to provide a vulnerable sector criminal record clearance as a condition of employment. OTHER: May be requested to substitute in a more senior position. To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume. The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process. If you require assistance, please email us at [email protected].

The Day Camp Leader is responsible for leading and supervising children in various camp activities. This role supports safe and engaging programming while providing guidance to camp attendees.

Applicants must possess current Standard First Aid and CPR C certifications. A vulnerable sector criminal record clearance is required as a condition of employment.

• 15% in lieu of benefits

• First AidPreferred
• CPRPreferred
• Child supervisionPreferred
• Risk ManagementPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Child supervision
• Program planning
• Risk management
• First aid
• CPR
• Communication
• Public relations
• Crafts
• Sports
• Outdoor recreation
• Tactfulness
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Risk Management

• Sports & Recreation
• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services
• Day Camp Leader
• Entertainment / Recreation Supervisor
• Sports, Recreation and Cultural Centre Managers
• First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 20, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week