Waterfront Coordinator - Camp Kanannaq

Date Posted: March 10, 2026

Position Title: Waterfront Coordinator, Camp Programs

Location: YMCA Camp Kanannaq, Prince George

Term: Seasonal, Full-Time

Hours: 40 hours per week

Start Date: June 8, 2026

End Date: September 3, 2026

Salary: $24.00 per hour

Reports To: Director, Camping and Outdoor Education

This position may be funded by the Canada Summer Jobs grant.

Canada Summer Jobs Criteria

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment.
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations. International participants are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian citizens or permanent resident

Nature & Scope

YMCA Camp Kanannaq is located on Nadsilnich (West) Lake, a 20 minutes drive from Prince George, BC. It is situated on 200 acres of beautiful forested lakefront property. We have a beautiful waterfront where campers spend part of each day swimming or boating, and many forested program spaces for activities such as archery, fire-building, and orienteering. During July and August, Camp Kanannaq offers day camp programs for youth ages 5-17, with one week camps for youth ages 5-15, and two and three week leadership development programs. In the spring and fall, Camp Kanannaq offers day and overnight Outdoor Education programs.

Camp Kanannaq operates as a day camp, and does not offer accommodation to staff during regular programming. Our limited indoor spaces and facilities provide a rustic setting for those who enjoy working outside. Camp Kanannaq employs 15-20 staff during the summer, with a smaller team of about 3-5 during Outdoor Education seasons. Successful Camp Kanannaq staff are self-motivated individuals whose ambition is to help children and youth develop in an outdoor camp setting, who are ready to work hard outdoors in all conditions, and who believe in 5-star customer service for all participants.

YMCA Camp Kanannaq is seeking an individual to fill the role of Waterfront Coordinator.

Reporting directly to the Director of Camping and Outdoor Education, the Waterfront Coordinator is a key team member at the YMCA BC. This person will be responsible, assisting the Director in the leadership and guidance of camp teams, programs and services to include Outdoor Education, Camp Kanannaq Day Camp Programs according to YMCA and BC Camps Association guidelines and policies. This position will coordinate the YMCA BC Camp Services and Programs; including overseeing all operations, standards, programs and services in regards to Outdoor Education, Waterfront Programs, and Youth Programs. The Waterfront Coordinator will provide leadership to the development and delivery of high-quality, educational programming and camping, and will build and maintain relationships with our families and delivery partners. This person is responsible for assisting in all operations including training and managing staff; overseeing aspects of the budget; programming; maintaining facilities, equipment and programs; assuring YMCA standards and procedures are taking place to follow YMCA policies and procedures and to integrate the YMCA Core Values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility to provide high quality programs.

Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will:

• Oversee all Waterfront programming and Youth Programs activities and ensure quality of all programs
• Work directly with the Coordinator, Camp Programs to deliver Outdoor Education and Day Camp Programs
• Provide coaching and mentorship to the Waterfront team and Youth programs team
• Assume responsibility for on-site operation, with the help of Coordinator, Camp Programs
• Supervise camper drop-off and pick-up, communicate with camper families
• Demonstrate by example and communicate effectively to enforce safety regulations to all ages and skill levels and to assist campers or staff when applicable
• Ensure all YMCA Child Protection and YMCA Camp Kanannaq Policies, Lifesaving
• Standards and BC Camps Accreditation Standards are implemented and followed

Qualification-you bring:

• 3+ years combined of post-secondary education in a relevant field (such as education, outdoor recreation, biology) and experience in camps, youth recreation, and/or outdoor education
• Demonstrated supervisory and YMCA Camps & Outdoor Education experience is an asset
• Minimum of Standard First Aid and CPR-C
• Have a current National Lifeguard certification and/or Class 2 Driver’s License or equivalent; if not, must be willing and able to obtain at least one of these certifications
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at .

Application Process-ready to make a difference?

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Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)

Application Deadline: Until filled

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Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department. #TA1234