2026 Camp Supervisor - Summer

75 Caso Crossing, St Thomas, ON N5P 3V7, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, December 1, 2025 at 5 : 00 a.m. | Expires Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 4 : 59 a.m.

THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF ST. THOMAS

2026 SUMMER HIRING

Parks & Recreation Department

Applications will be received u ntil Friday January 30, 2026 at 11 : 59 p.m.

POSITION PURPOSE :

Under the general direction of the Manager of Recreation Facilities & Programs and the technical direction of the Program Coordinator, be responsible for leading a high-quality summer camp program, providing children the opportunity to improve self-esteem, motor skills, social skills and creativity through a variety of arts and physical activities. Specifically, this position is responsible for program scheduling, development, delivery, staff support and training as well as customer service. Overall, this position plays an integral role in the development and delivery of recreation camp programs at the City of St. Thomas.

The Camp Supervisor will perform all activities in a safe manner, in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations, along with Corporate Safety policies, procedures and programs.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Program Support and Implementation (60%)

• Assists in the development and recruitment of camp leaders.
• Assists in the development and delivery of training programs, orientation and evaluations for new and returning camp leaders.
• Plans, develops and implements day to day programming activities.
• Supports camp leaders, and directly works with participants that require additional supports and 1-on-1 interactions.
• Supervises the activities at program locations ensuring care, safety and security of participants and staff.
• Assists in planning and responsible for implementing special event booths promoting camp programs (ie. Seniors Picnic, Canada Day, Teddy Bear Picnic) as required.
• Schedules the appropriate staffing ratio required to operate camp programs, trips and / or special camp events.
• Arranges for and schedules camp staff to assist with extended care services in the morning and evenings as required.
• Visits the various camp locations to oversee camp programs and respond to various requests and / or concerns from camp staff and campers.
• Monitors and maintains camp program registration / class lists and waitlists.
• Provides advice, guidance and instruction to camp staff on the completion of tasks including responding to enquires and concerns.
• Develops, coordinates and supports camp programs and special events.
• Arranges camp logistics and modifies camp programs as required.
• Assists in the acquisition of camp supplies to support programs and activities.
• Encourages camp staff and participants to set and achieve goals.
• Transports program supplies between camp locations.
• Performs other duties, responsibilities and functions as assigned.

Health and Safety (15%)

Customer Service and Administration (25%)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

WORK TIME FRAME : Approximately 13 weeks : June 1 up to September 3.

Remuneration Range : $19.35 - $23.52 per hour (2025 Rates), plus 4% vacation.

Any new hires will be required to obtain and submit a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment, prior to their start date. Police Vulnerable Sector Checks will only be requested for those eighteen (18) years of age or older. Those selected for re-hire and have previously provided a Police Vulnerable Sector Check will not be required to attain a new police check; however, they will be required to sign a ‘Criminal Offence Self Declaration Form’ so long as no less than twelve (12) months have passed since their last day of work with the Corporation.

HOW TO APPLY :

Go to www.stthomas.ca – Employment, Employment Opportunities. Go to Posting Title and click the ‘Apply Now’ button. You may need to register / create a Login.

Please import / upload your COVER LETTER AND RESUME individually (i.e. pdf, word) and ensure you have attached all documents prior to submitting your application.

Note : You may be required to answer Qualification questions during the application process.

The City of St. Thomas is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. Questions may be directed to the Human Resources Department at 519-631-1680 ext. 4146.

Although we appreciate all applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal Information on this application is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act., R.S.O. 2001, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility and suitability for employment with the City of St. Thomas.

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