Summer Program Supervisor

Position Summary

The Summer Program Supervisor’s plan and implement fun-filled summer programs for children in Fort Saskatchewan. The City is looking for two (2), motivated and enthusiastic Summer Program Supervisors to lead a team of 6 staff and up to 30 volunteers.

Responsibilities

include but are not limited to :

• Planning and implementing summer programs with appropriate and age-related activities.
• Developing promotional materials for summer programs.
• Scheduling facilities and field trips and purchasing camp supplies and equipment.
• Communicating with parents, staff and volunteers.
• Training, supervising and completing mid and final performance evaluations for six summer camp leaders.
• Promoting, planning and implementing the training and LIT (Leaders in Training) program.
• Updating and maintaining the program procedure manual.
• Maintaining accurate records and producing an end of season program report as required by the Recreation Program Coordinator (i.e. first aid incidents, attendance records, budget reports, etc.).

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a minimum of one (1) year of experience in a related supervisory role and at least two (2) years of experience working with children in a school, camp, or recreation setting. Significant experience and related education in recreation, education, or a similar field is required. Completion of a related degree is considered an asset. Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal, leadership, and customer service skills, along with proven experience in staff supervision, training and development, program planning, and leadership within a child-focused camp or recreation environment. Previous experience in safety planning, emergency response, incident reporting, and safety management systems is required, along with certifications including WHMIS, High Five – Principles of Healthy Child Development, Hazard Identification and Assessment, Incident Command System (ICS) 100, Caregiver Supervision, Standard First Aid Level C with CPR and AED, and related safety training. The ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with children, parents, and coworkers, problem-solve, and adapt proactively to program changes is essential. Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and have reliable transportation for traveling between City facilities. Previous experience with program software such as Intelligenz Solutions is an asset, and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite is required. This position requires a full commitment for the entire duration of the program.

This position is within the scope of C.U.P.E. Local 30, and as such, you will be required to adhere to the articles contained within the Collective Agreement. The successful candidate will provide a Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check at the time of hire.

Hours of Work : 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday

Duration : May 4, 2026, to August 21, 2026

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. In addition to a positive and collaborative work environment, we offer the following :

Fort Saskatchewan, home to nearly 30,000 people, is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11, just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton. The City of Fort Saskatchewan proudly manages recreation, culture and historic amenities including a performing arts theatre and a fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the historic 1875 - 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in the heart of downtown. Located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, Fort Saskatchewan boasts more than 80 km of paved trails along with many natural areas for residents to explore. As a City, we believe in diversity and inclusion and are working toward creating a city where all residents are respected and have a sense of belonging.

The City of Fort Saskatchewan thanks all applicants for their interest and advises those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

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