Saanich Neighbourhood Playground Program - SNPP
(Outdoor Camps Summer)
Up to 6 Casual Positions
Term: Approximately June 15 to September 4, 2026
The District of Saanich's Parks, Recreation and Community Services department is seeking a team player to help drive our mission of Healthy Nature, Healthy People, and Healthy Community, while supporting our vision: a Saanich where everyone belongs. You’ll work within a team where service excellence, learning and knowledge sharing, and feedback and accountability are highly valued, and where communication, trust, respect, and positivity form the foundation for everything we do.
Community Services Division, is seeking Program Leader I – Summer Outdoor Camps- SNPP & Youth Camps to support the delivery of outdoor and nature-based camp programs. These positions work within a team environment to provide safe, engaging, and inclusive recreational experiences for children and youth in outdoor settings.
Program Leader I – is responsible for planning, leading, and facilitating a variety of outdoor camp activities. This includes supervising participants, ensuring safety and risk management procedures are followed, supporting positive behaviour, and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. The role may also involve assisting with program setup and takedown, communicating with participants and families, and supporting other leaders as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.
Requirements include completion of Grade 10; a minimum of three months’ experience working with participants in a recreational or instructional setting; Emergency First Aid and CPR-C; and the ability to work effectively in an outdoor environment. Employment is subject to the provision of a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) dated within the last six months. Experience leading outdoor or adventure-based programs and experience working with children with behavioural or cognitive challenges are considered assets. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
If shortlisted, applicants must provide proof of completion of Grade 10 and current Emergency First Aid and CPR-C at time of interview.
This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $24.43 per hour plus 15% in lieu of benefits (equivalent to $28.09 per hour). Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by quoting competition 26033. This competition will remain open until filled.
The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact accessibilityHR@saanich.ca in confidence. We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be contacted.
