Careers

Reporting to the Parks Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
•    Cleaning, opening, and closing public washrooms
•    Completing special events set-up and tear down
•    Sports field, trails, and beachfront maintenance and inspections
•    Provides leadership and instruction for summer students
•    Completing general outdoor maintenance of public areas as required - i.e. pick-up garbage, paint surfaces, cut and trim grass, clear tree debris, lay sod, etc.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Grade 12 Diploma with previous experience in a related position
•    Valid Ontario Driver’s License
•    Ability to work in a team environment
•    Ability to work safely and take initiative
•    Strong communication skills to interact effectively with members of the public
•    Must be reliable and physically capable of perform the work

 Employment Information:
•    Wage Rate = Group 4, Step 1 - $26.04 per hour 
•    40 hours per Week - required to work days, evenings and weekends and participate in the on-call schedule
•    This is a 7 Month Contract (30 Weeks) - expected to be April - October 2025

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Parks Maintenance Student will be responsible to:
•    Operate and maintain trucks, trailers, mowers, and trimmers to maintain municipal parks and properties
•    Responsible for planting, maintaining, as well as weeding and watering municipal gardens, planter baskets, trees, shrubs and hanging baskets
•    Maintain sports fields including grass cutting, trash removal, ball diamond maintenance and line painting
•    Perform janitorial duties including washroom cleaning
•    Empty and collect trash from municipal facilities, parks, trails, and beachfronts
•    Deliver equipment, provide support for the set-up, and take down of special events
•    Conduct beachfront maintenance including sand removal and safety inspections
•    Other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-secondary Education
•    Valid Ontario Driver's License
•    Demonstrate Initiative
•    Customer Services Skills & Positive Attitude
•    Ability to Work Independently & in a Team Environment
•    Willingness to Learn New Skills
•    Safety Conscious

Employment Information: 
•    Starting Wage Rate = Minimum Wage + $1.00
•    40 Hours per Week
•    17 Weeks -  May to Labour Day
•    Safety Boot allowance provided 
•    Schedule will include days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Customer Service Representative will be responsible for serving residents and visitors in person or on the telephone at the Welcome Centre in Downtown Kincardine.

Responsibilities:
•    Promote local tourism activities and special events
•    Respond to in-person or telephone inquiries to provide program and event information
•    Assist in the coordination of tourism events and activities
•    Complete administrative duties to support the Tourism Coordinator
•    Adhere to Municipality of Kincardine corporate policies and procedures
•    Complete other duties as assigned by Management

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-Secondary education in Business, Office Administration, or a related field
•    Knowledge about the assets and activities that the Municipality of Kincardine has available to attract visitors
•    Previous customer service experience 
•    Strong computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook)
•    Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision
•    Excellent oral and written communication skills 
•    Demonstrated work history that highlights teamwork and a positive attitude 

Employment Information:
•    4 Month Position - May to Labour Day
•    Part-Time Hours - Approx. 20 hours per Week
•    Will be required to work days, evenings and weekend shifts
•    Wage Rate = Group 2, Step 1 - $22.11 per hour

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Instructor / Lifeguard will ensure the safety of pool users. This position will provide swimming instruction and assessments, complete pool maintenance, and respond to emergencies in the pool. 

Reporting To: Aquatics Supervisor

Responsibilities:
1.    Provide swimming lessons, water safety education and other activities for individuals and groups such as the preschool lessons, adult private lessons, and the special needs swim program
2.    Develop lesson plans and activities to instruct individuals and groups of all ages
3.    Assess skill levels of individuals and prepare progress reports
4.    Test individuals and award successful completion of Red Cross levels and Lifesaving awards
5.    Observe swimmers to monitor safety and enforce rules and standards
6.    Respond and perform rescues in accordance with emergency procedures
7.    Provide first aid for the public which may include operation of an Automated External Defibrillator
8.    Clean and sanitize washrooms, change rooms, pool deck and office
9.    Conduct pool tests to ensure quality of water
10.    Follow a facility checklist to complete a variety of pool maintenance tasks
11.    Respond to questions from the public, giving out information and resolving problems
12.    Accept and log payments such as for swim passes and admissions.
13.    Practice rescue techniques for emergency situations and participate in all staff training
14.    Clean other facilities related to the Pool and Health Club as required
15.    Adhere to Municipality of Kincardine corporate policies and procedures
16.    Complete other duties as assigned by Management

Education & Experience Requirements:
•    Possess a Standard First Aid with CPR “C”
•    Possess a current National Lifeguard certificate
•    Lifesaving Society Learn to Swim
•    Lifesaving Society Instructors certificate
•    Must be 16 years old

Required Skills & Competencies:
•    Ability to work in a team environment
•    Excellent customer service skills
•    Positive attitude and a willingness to learn
•    Demonstrates initiative
•    Ability to follow health and safety procedures

Employment Information:
•    Contract Position - May - August 2025
•    Hours of Work may vary - Expected to be approx. 10 hours per week
•    Required to work during days, evenings, and weekends
•    Compensation = Group 3 (Step 1 $24.08 per hour) 

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Outside Operations Students will assist with various duties in the operations department related to maintenance of roads, cemetery, grass cutting & trimming, watering & maintenance of new sod and trees, and related infrastructure.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-secondary Education
•    Valid Ontario Driver's License
•    Demonstrate Initiative
•    Customer Services Skills
•    Ability to Work in a Team Environment
•    Safety Conscious

Employment Information:
•    Starting Wage Rate = Minimum Wage + $1.00
•    40 Hours per Week
•    17 Weeks - May to Labour Day
•    Monday - Friday schedule
•    Safety Boot Allowance provided
•    Student must be returning to school in September 2025

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 4:30PM.

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The Voters List Management Clerk will be responsible for reviewing, preparing and verifying Municipality of Kincardine property data to ensure its accuracy in the Elections Ontario Portal. This information will be standardized and used to create the Voters List for the 2026 Municipal Election. 

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-Secondary education in Business, Office Administration, or a related field
•    Strong computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook)
•    Strong attention to detail
•    Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision
•    Excellent oral and written communication skills 
•    Demonstrated work history that highlights teamwork and a positive attitude 

Employment Information:
•    4 Month Position - May to Labour Day
•    35 Hours per Week
•    Compensation = Minimum Wage + $1.00
•    The hiring of this position is conditional upon Approval from Council during the 2025 Budget Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The GIS Student will be responsible for reviewing, analyzing and inputting data into our GIS system.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-secondary education in Geography or Geographic Information System (GIS) or related discipline.
•    Valid Ontario Driver's License
•    Computer skills using geographical information systems, spreadsheets, presentation software, word processing and databases
•    Team player with ability to work independently
•    Must be flexible and self-motivated
•    Organizational skills and attention to detail

Employment Information:
•    Starting Wage Rate = Minimum Wage + $3.25 
•    Hours of Work = 17 Weeks x 35 Hours per Week
•    4 Month Position - May to Labour Day
•    Monday - Friday schedule

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Waste Management Student will assist with various duties at the Waste Management Centre in order to maintain a clean and safe environment.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-secondary Education
•    Valid Ontario Driver's License
•    Demonstrate Initiative
•    Customer Services Skills
•    Ability to Work in a Team Environment
•    Safety Conscious

Employment Information:
•    Starting Wage Rate = Minimum Wage + $1.00
•    40 Hours per Week
•    16 Weeks - May to Labour Day
•    Will May be required to work Saturday mornings
•    Safety Boot Allowance provided

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Water & Wastewater Student will assist with routine maintenance duties including building and grounds maintenance qualified candidates may gain experience with projects such as hydrant flushing, locating, camera inspections, valve turning, and maintenance of operations.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-secondary Education in Environmental Sciences, Water Operation or related discipline
•    An OIT license in water or wastewater discipline would be considered an asset
•    Valid Ontario Driver's License
•    Demonstrate Initiative
•    Customer Services Skills
•    Ability to Work in a Team Environment
•    Safety Conscious

Employment Information:
•    Starting Wage Rate = Minimum Wage + $1.00
•    40 Hours per Week
•    16 Weeks -  May to Labour Day
•    Monday - Friday schedule/could be occasional weekend work required
•    Safety Boot Allowance provided
•    Student must be returning to school in September 2025

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Day Camp Program Coordinator will manage program planning, delivery, administration and supervision of recreation programs and special events including:
•    Organize, plan and implement daily camp programs for approximately 120 campers ages 4 – 12, participating in trips, games, sports and swimming
•    Create camp program plans including field trips, day plans, special guests and daily camp activities
•    Liaise with parents and caregivers demonstrating excellent customer service to all stakeholders internal and external
•    Set-up and clean-up of camp events, activities and programs
•    Provide regular updates and feedback to the Recreation Supervisor
•    Order, coordinate and control supplies and equipment inventory for programs and special events
•    Create promotion materials for programs and special events
•    Provide ongoing training, coaching and recognition to staff and volunteers
•    Demonstrate the confidence and ability to make decisions independently in the best interests of the campers, resolving problems and conflicts
•    Maintain camp documentation including registration information, inclusion forms, camper profiles, timesheets, etc

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-secondary Education in related field
•    Previous leadership experience in a camp environment
•    Current Standard First Aid with CPR "C" and AED
•    HIGH FIVE: Principles of Healthy Development
•    HIGH FIVE: QUEST 2 is an asset
•    Demonstrate Initiative
•    Customer Services Skills & Positive Attitude
•    Organizational Skills

Employment Information:
•    Starting Wage Rate = Minimum Wage + $3.25
•    40 Hours per Week
•    4 Month Position - May to Labour Day
•    Working weekends, evenings & Canada Day will be required

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Day Camp Inclusion Coordinator will manage program delivery, administration and supervision of Inclusion services within Summer Day Camp which will include:
•    Provide daily direction and support to staff and volunteers
•    Ensure that daily activities are adapted to individual participant needs.
•    Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate volunteers.
•    Conduct intake meetings with families as required to better understand individual needs.
•    Provide ongoing training, coaching and recognition to staff and volunteers.
•    Research information regarding various behaviours to ensure successful integration and accommodation.
•    Control adaptive supplies and equipment inventory.
•    Demonstrate the confidence and ability to make decisions independently in the best interests of the campers, resolving problems and conflicts.
•    Maintain camp documentation including registration information, inclusion forms, camper profiles, timesheets, etc

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-secondary Education in related field
•    Previous leadership experience in a camp environment delivering support to participants with a disability or behvaiour challenge
•    Current Standard First Aid with CPR "C" and AED
•    HIGH FIVE: Principles of Healthy Development
•    Demonstrate Initiative
•    Customer Services Skills & Positive Attitude
•    Organizational Skills

Employment Information:
•    Starting Wage Rate = Minimum Wage + $3.25
•    40 Hours per Week
•    4 Month Position - May to Labour Day
•    Working weekends, evenings & Canada Day will be required

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Day Camp Supervisors will be responsible for the supervision and planning of playground activities, total operation of the assigned playground site, the supervision and evaluation of program staff and daily and weekly administration tasks (i.e. day camp registration lists).

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Post-secondary Education in related field
•    Current Standard First Aid with CPR "C" and AED
•    Leadership Skills
•    Ability to Work Well with Children
•    Demonstrate Initiative
•    Ability to Follow Policies and procedures
•    Customer Services Skills & Positive Attitude
•    Organizational Skills

Employment Information:
•    Starting Wage = Minimum Wage + $1.25
•    Hours of Work = 8 Weeks x 40 Hours per Week
•    Position from July to Labour Day
•    Working weekends, evenings & Canada Day will be require

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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The Day Camp Leaders will be responsible for the safety and supervision of program participants as well as taking an active role in the planning and leading of a variety of fun, quality activities and special events.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:
•    Ability to Work Well with Children
•    Demonstrate Initiative
•    Ability to Follow Policies and procedures
•    Customer Services Skills & Positive Attitude
•    Organizational Skills
•    Ability to Swim is considered an asset
•    Responsible Individual

Employment Information:
•    Starting Wage = Minimum Wage + $1.00
•    Hours of Work = 8 Weeks x 40 Hours per Week
•    Position from July to Labour Day
•    Working weekends, evenings & Canada Day will be required

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application by January 24, 2025 at 12:00PM.

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