Employment

Posting Dates: February 16 - March 31, 2023
Number of Positions: 19
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports – Camps
Duration: Full-time, seasonal, June 19th to 23rd, 2023 (35 heures par semaine) and June 26 to August 18^th, 2023 (42.5 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: $15.65/h

Please send your application to [email protected] 

Overview:

As a Gee-Gees Sports Camps Counsellor, it is your responsibility to uphold all camp values by delivering quality programming while creating a safe and dynamic atmosphere for all. Camp Counsellors dedicate their summer to providing a fun, dynamic and supportive environment for camp children, youth, and their families.

Responsibilities are as listed but not limited to:

• Attend and complete all Mandatory Trainings (May-June, June)
• Complete understanding of all camp policies and procedures and child-care management by actively performing all daily duties align with these practices as outlined in the Camp Handbook and in Training.
• Day-to-Day delivery and participation of all camp programs and activities (Virtual or in-person)
• Actively provide a fun and interactive camp environment for all while actively ensuring the care and upmost safety and security for children and youth ages 5 – 17 in all camp areas.
• Practice confidentiality when being trusted with any camper personal or family information.
• Report, complete paperwork as needed (Incident/Accident reports, behavioural forms, logs etc.)
• Demonstrate maturity, sound judgement, leadership, and professionalism always
• Collaborate, support, and empower your co-workers and peers
• Plan, facilitate, and lead activities throughout the day and ensure proper clean up of those activities.
• Be in constant communication with your Head Counsellor, Co-Counsellors and Coordinators.
• Arrive to camp on-time, clean, in the camp uniform.
• Be a positive Role Model

Skills and required experience:

• Background and Competency in Sports and/or Recreation and/or Leadership Development
• Leadership and ability to work as a part if a dynamic team
• Language Skills: Bilingual, English & French – Oral, written, and comprehension
• Adequate access to a wi-fi network to be available for interactive virtual meetings, trainings, and facilitations throughout the duration of the summer.
• Strong Assets: Experience working in a camp environment and with children
• Provided: All camp staff will be required to take a Safeguard Certification during training.

Position Pre-Requisites: Must be willing to obtain prior to the first day of camp

• Certification in Standard First Aid/CPR
• Valid Police record check (Vulnerable Sector)

Camp Specific Responsibilities:

Gee-Gees Camps offer a variety of programs during the summer including Recreational, Culinary, Leadership Development, and Specialized Sports Camps. Within each sector, alongside a passion and energy for working with children and youth, each counsellor will require a specific skill set to be successful in their role.

Camp Programs/ Counselor Portfolio’s:

Posting Dates: February 16 - March 31, 2023
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports – Camps
Duration: Full-time, seasonal, May 29th to June 23rd, 2023 (35 heures par semaine) and June 26 to August 18^th, 2023 (42.5 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: $17.15/h

Please send your application to [email protected]

Overview:

As the Gee-Gees Camps Senior Counsellor - Integration, you will be responsible for providing guidance and support to camp counsellors and campers with regards to child behavior, children’s exceptionalities, or special needs. As needed, the senior counselor will facilitate interventions or respond to group needs by fully immersing into a camp program.  

The incumbent is responsible for upholding all camp values by demonstrating empathy and care when responding to issues, or when actively integrating a child into their camp setting. Moreover, the senior counselor provides clear behavior management tools and guidance to counsellors in collaboration with the camps program assistants and the camp coordinator.

Responsibilities are as listed but not limited to:

• Attend and complete all Mandatory Trainings (May-June, June)
• Complete understanding of all camp policies and procedures and child-care management by actively performing all daily duties align with these practices as outlined in the Camp Handbook and in Training.
• Collect, and prepare materials and resources for camp counselors align with any notes or prompts provided to camp leadership from a camper family upon registration.
• Provide support in all camp programs by actively being involved in and ready to fill in for any camp activities, theme days, sports, camp wide games.
• Actively provide a fun and interactive camp environment for all while actively ensuring the care and upmost safety and security for children and youth ages 5 – 17 in all camp areas.
• Actively advocate for friendly, safe, and healthy camp spaces between campers and peers alike.
• Practice confidentiality when being trusted with any camper personal or family information.
• Report, complete paperwork as needed (Incident/Accident reports, behavioural forms, logs etc.)
• Demonstrate maturity, sound judgement, leadership, and professionalism always
• Aid the Head Counsellor in delivering feedback to camper families regarding their ongoing behaviour management plan.
• Lead, collaborate, support, and empower your co-workers and peers
• Be in constant communication with your Co-Counsellors and Coordinators.
• Arrive to camp on-time, clean, in the camp uniform.
• Be a positive Role Model

Skills and required experience:

• Currently enrolled in or successful graduation from a post-secondary program in the field of child and youth development: education, recreation and leisure, psychology, social work, Individual Education Programs (IEP’s), or equivalent related work-experience.
• 2 + years experience working in a child-care, youth, or camp environment.
• 1 + years working with vulnerable groups, children, and youth with exceptionalities.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, ability to multi-task and maintain schedules.
• Leadership and ability to work as a part if a dynamic team
• Advanced Language Skills: Bilingual, English & French – Oral, written, and comprehension
• Adequate access to a wi-fi network to be available for interactive virtual meetings, trainings, and facilitations throughout the duration of the summer.
• Strong Asset: Supervisory experience in a work-place setting.
• Strong Asset: Safe talk Certification

Position Pre-Requisites: Must be willing to obtain prior to camp training

• Standard First-Aid CPR/AED Training Certification
• Valid Police record check (Vulnerable Sector)

Weekly Accountabilities:

• Ensure development and working plan to prepare all counsellors for behaviour management success
• Actively communicate and a variety of tools to prepare counselors and campers for growth.
• Gain insights into all camp programs and their success, ensure necessary support is being given to individual camp programs regarding camper health.
• Provide tangible tools and tips for campers to put into practice in and outside of camp programs
• Practice safety in every aspect of the position – mental and physical safety of co-workers, youth, and children

Posting Dates: February 16 - March 31, 2023
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports – Camps
Duration: Full-time, seasonal, May 29th to June 23rd, 2023 (35 hours per week) and June 26 to August 18^th, 2023 (42.5 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: $17.15/h

Please send your application to [email protected]

Overview:

As a Gee-Gees Camps Senior Counsellor – Leadership Development, you will be responsible for the ongoing facilitation and planning for all Leaders and Counselor in Training camps. The Senior Counsellor leads the leadership development camp initiatives and coordinates camp-wide volunteerism align with camp objectives and individual youth goals.

The incumbent is responsible for upholding all camp values by delivering quality programming while creating a safe and dynamic atmosphere for all. The incumbent will dedicate their summer to providing a fun, active and supportive environment for camp counsellors, children, youth, and their families.

Responsibilities are as listed but not limited to:

• Attend and complete all Mandatory Trainings (May-June, June)
• Complete understanding of all camp policies and procedures and child-care management by actively performing all daily duties align with these practices as outlined in the Camp Handbook and in Training.
• Plan, prepare, outline activity schedules for delivery – align with programming goals. Includes any camp-wide leadership initiatives that engage all camp programs.
• Teach specific skills and competencies in job readiness and child-care management. Collaborative Lesson planning and development alongside the camps program assistant and camp coordinator.
• Day-to-Day delivery and participation of all camp programs and activities (Virtual or in-person)
• Actively provide a fun and interactive camp environment for all while actively ensuring the care and upmost safety and security for children and youth ages 5 – 17 in all camp areas.
• Mentor and support youth in their camp volunteering, while providing ongoing guidance.
• Provide youth with ongoing support and provide end of camp youth evaluations alongside an individualized camp letter that outlines the campers experience and capabilities.  
• Practice confidentiality when being trusted with any camper personal or family information.
• Report, complete paperwork as needed (Incident/Accident reports, behavioural forms, logs etc.)
• Demonstrate maturity, sound judgement, leadership, and professionalism always
• Communicate daily with camper families/ guardians with ongoing updates, and overview of the day.
• Lead, collaborate, support, and empower your co-workers and peers
• Be in constant communication with your Co-Counselors and Coordinators.
• Arrive to camp on-time, clean, in the camp uniform.
• Be a positive Role Model

Skills and required experience:

• Currently enrolled in or successful graduation from a post-secondary program in the field of child and youth development: education, recreation and leisure, psychology, kinesiology, community development, social work, or equivalent related work-experience.
• 2 + years experience working in a child-care, youth, or camp environment.
• 2 + years facilitation experience and providing mentorship to a large group of youth
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, ability to multi-task and maintain schedules.
• Leadership and ability to work as a part if a dynamic team
• Advanced Language Skills: Bilingual, English & French – Oral, written, and comprehension
• Adequate access to a wi-fi network to be available for interactive virtual meetings, trainings, and facilitations throughout the duration of the summer.
• Strong Asset: Supervisory experience in a work-place setting.

Position Pre-Requisites: Must be willing to obtain prior to camp training

• Standard First-Aid CPR/AED Training Certification
• Valid Police record check (Vulnerable Sector)

Weekly Accountabilities:

• Ensure development and working plan to prepare all youth for program and certification success
• Actively communicate and delegate initiatives and activities to the programs counsellor to ensure program goals are being achieved
• Guide the program counselor with all aspects in supervision and child-care within all activities.
• Provide tangible tools and tips for youth to put into practice in and outside of camp programs
• Liaison between youth in the program and youth families – relaying all pertinent information or incidents or any concerns regarding the camper’s success in the program.
• Practice safety in every aspect of the position – mental and physical safety of co-workers, youth, and children

The Senior Counsellor works collaboratively with the Leadership Development Camps programs team to coordinate/ schedule emergency first aid and safeguard certifications within those camps.

Posting Dates: February 16 - March 31, 2023
Number of Positions: 10
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports – Camps
Duration: Full-time, seasonal, June 12th to 23rd, 2023 (35 heures par semaine) and June 26 to August 18^th, 2023 (42.5 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: $16.15/h

Please send your application to [email protected]

Overview:

As a Gee-Gees Camps Head Counsellor, it is your responsibility to uphold all camp values by delivering quality programming while creating a safe and dynamic atmosphere for all. Head Counselors dedicate their summer to providing a fun, dynamic and supportive environment for camp children, youth, and their families. Head Counsellors provide guidance and program support to their camp counselor team.

Responsibilities are as listed but not limited to:

• Attend and complete all Mandatory Trainings (May-June, June)
• Complete understanding of all camp policies and procedures and child-care management by actively performing all daily duties align with these practices as outlined in the Camp Handbook and in Training.
• Plan, prepare, outline activity schedules for delivery – including gathering equipment, crafting supplies, theme days and camp-wide initiatives.
• Day-to-Day delivery and participation of all camp programs and activities (Virtual or in-person)
• Actively provide a fun and interactive camp environment for all while actively ensuring the care and upmost safety and security for children and youth ages 5 – 17 in all camp areas.
• Practice confidentiality when being trusted with any camper personal or family information.
• Report, complete paperwork as needed (Incident/Accident reports, behavioural forms, logs etc.)
• Demonstrate maturity, sound judgement, leadership, and professionalism always
• Communicate daily with camper families/ guardians with ongoing updates, and overview of the day.
• Lead, collaborate, support, and empower your co-workers and peers
• Plan, facilitate, and lead activities throughout the day and ensure proper clean up of those activities.
• Be in constant communication with your Co-Counsellors and Coordinators.
• Arrive to camp on-time, clean, in the camp uniform.
• Be a positive Role Model

Skills and required experience:

• Background and Competency in Sports and/or Recreation and/or Leadership Development
• Experience working in a child-care or camp environment.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Leadership and ability to work as a part if a dynamic team
• Language Skills: Bilingual, English & French – Oral, written, and comprehension
• Adequate access to a wi-fi network to be available for interactive virtual meetings, trainings, and facilitations throughout the duration of the summer.
• Strong Asset: Supervisory experience in a work-place setting
• Provided: All camp staff will be required to take a Safeguard Certification during training.

Position Pre-Requisites: Must be willing to obtain prior to the first day of camp

• Certification in Standard First Aid/CPR
• Valid Police record check (Vulnerable Sector)

Camp Specific Responsibilities:

Gee-Gees Camps offer a variety of programs during the summer including Recreational, Culinary, Leadership Development, and Specialized Sports Camps. Head Counsellors are given ample planning time in training and will be expected to plan and execute programs they are assigned to for the duration of the summer.  

Camp Programs/ Counsellor Portfolios:

Number of Positions: 2-5
Department: Intramurals
Duration: September 2023– April 2024
Hourly Rate: $15.50+/h

Job Description: 

Intramural League Supervisors are the Intramural Program’s representatives during games. They promote communication between Intramural Programs’ administration staff and participants. Supervisors are responsible for managing the leagues and ensuring they run smoothly throughout the season. This includes preparing game sheets, taking out and putting away all necessary equipment, completing incident/accident reports when necessary and being available to answer questions from participants. Supervisors must know the rules and regulations of their sport(s) and facilities and apply them whenever disputes may arise. They will also post all scores and standings and notify affected parties when there are changes to the schedule. Supervisors must administer first-aid, when necessary, and complete appropriate accident forms. They will promote a safe and fun environment for all participants. Supervisors will attend all required training sessions and assist during registration week. The League Supervisors report to the Intramural Programs’ Coordinator and Assistant Coordinator.

Experience / Skills Required:

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Leadership skills and ability to work as part of a dynamic team.
• Good language competency (oral, written) in both English and French.
• Experience in a supervisory and/or in a customer service role.
• Good understanding of respective sport(s) and its associated rules.
• Passion for respective sport(s).
• First Aid/CPR qualifications or willing to obtain.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Before the Season:

• Attend all mandatory meetings and training sessions.

• Assist with the pre-season registration and assist in organizing team t-shirts or jerseys.

• Attend the captain’s meeting once all teams are registered.

• Organize league binders.

During the Season:

• Relay the rules and regulations of the league & facility to employees and participants.

• Print out weekly standings, suspensions, updated team lists and fill out game sheets.

• Contact team captains for all schedule changes/updates and league announcements.

• Remain in contact with the Head Referee and the Intramural Programs’ administration staff throughout the season.

• Pick up keys for the equipment.

• Retrieve first-aid kits, and equipment cages.

• Assist Client Services with equipment set up.

• Sign-in & check uOttawa IDs of all participants.

• Inspect facilities for safe game play.

During Games:

• Attend all scheduled games & ensure they run smoothly.
• Keep score and keep track of penalties during each game, on the game sheet.
• Liaise with facility staff when problems occur & assist in settling disputes.
• Fill out incident and/or accident reports when necessary.
• Make yourself available to answer any questions from participants in your league.
• Distribute prizes when necessary.
• Administer first aid, when required.

After Games:

• Ensure captains sign the game sheet after every game.
• Fax all game sheets as well as any incident or accident reports.
• Assist in putting away all equipment & ensure all equipment is returned.
• Enter team scores and standings at the end of every shift.
• Report any equipment malfunctions.
• Return all keys.

Other:

• Get to know as many participants as possible.
• Distribute playoffs schedules.
• Hand out league evaluations near the end of the season.
• Present a positive and approachable attitude.
• Show enthusiasm for your league(s).

Send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Number of Positions: Various sports (dodgeball, hockey, volleyball)
Department: Intramurals
Duration: September 2022 – April 2023
Hourly Rate: $16.00/h

Job Description: 

All referees are required to apply and enforce the rules established for their sport to the best of their abilities. Head referees are responsible for managing and supervising all referees and ensuring a high level of officiating is maintained and consistent. They are responsible for hiring and scheduling referees. They must also verify all game sheets, settle any disputes that arise and sit in on their sport’s disciplinary committee. Additionally, they are tasked with ensuring that all policies and league procedures are followed as per Intramural Program policy. Head Referees will report to the Intramural Programs’ Coordinator and Assistant Coordinators while working in conjunction with League Supervisors.

Experience / Skills Required:

• Excellent organizational, communication, and people skills;

• Leadership and ability to work as part of a dynamic team.

• Good language competency (oral, written and comprehension) in both English and French.

• Significant experience working as referee (>4 years) and dealing with conflict.

• Experience in a supervisory and/or in a customer service roll.

• Recognized Referee Certification (preferred).

• Previous experience in an Intramural Program (participant and/or official).

• CPR and/or First Aid an asset.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Before the Season:

• Organize training sessions at the beginning of each term to review rules and general guidelines for the leagues.

• Hire and train referees for the sport in question.

• Ensure all referees are given jerseys. The head referee must also ensure that these jerseys are returned at the end of the season.

• Gather pertinent information from referees, including direct deposit slips and proof of certification.

• Attend the team captains’ and referees’ meetings.

• Create referee schedules in advanced.

• Attend all mandatory meetings and information sessions.

• Review league rules & make any specific modifications after coordinator approval.

During the Season:

• Remain updated on all current rules and procedures for the sport and the leagues.

• Ensure league rules and procedures are followed fairly by all participants and employees.

• Find replacements or replace referees that are unable to attend games.

• Lead by example when refereeing games.

• Verify all score sheets for the respective sport.

• Continually communicate with Assistant Coordinators throughout season.

• Perform periodic evaluations of all referees and provide constructive feedback.

• Submit referees’ hours to the Assistant Coordinator by deadline to ensure payment.

• Be in contact with League Supervisors to ensure the league runs smoothly.

• In the event of a major incident, the Head Referee must collect all relevant documents and data and meet with the disciplinary committee.

• Inform team captains and the League Supervisor of any decision made regarding a league incident.

• Professionally deal with any questions, comments, or concerns from players and/or referees

Send resume to: [email protected] (Please indicate in your email which sport(s) you wish to apply for)

Number of Positions:  2-5
Department: Intramurals
Duration: September 2023– April, 2024
Hourly Rate: $23.00+/h

Job Description:

All referees are responsible for officiating league games in a respectful, courteous, and professional manor, while providing a fun and safe environment for all Intramural participants. Hockey referees will implement established Intramural Hockey rules to the best of their abilities. Referees report directly to the Hockey Head referee and work in conjunction with the League Supervisor as well as the Program Coordinator(s) where necessary.

Experience / Skills required:

• Excellent knowledge of Hockey rules, usually acquired through experience officiating or participation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflicts.
• Leadership qualities and ability to work as part of a dynamic team.
• Good language competency (oral, written) in both English and French.
• Recognized Referee Certification or willing to get certified before the start of the season.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Before the Season:

• Maintain proper certification by an appropriate governing body.
• Know and understand all rules specific to hockey and hockey league rules.
• Provide availability to the Head Referee in a timely manner.
• Attend meetings scheduled by the Head Referee.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and training sessions.

During the Season:

• Officiate all games assigned by the Head Referee.
• Finding a replacement for any assigned shifts for which you cannot be present.
• Notify the Head Referee of all shift changes.
• Ensure games start and end on time.
• Referee fair and consistent games to the best of your ability.
• Maintain a positive attitude around participants and peers.
• Complete appropriate incident/accident reports, when necessary, prior to leaving the facility.
• Immediately report major incidents/accidents to the League Supervisor.
• Provide truthful and detailed reports if asked by the Head Referee or Disciplinary Committee.
• Stay and officiate a friendly match in the event of a forfeit, if the minimum number of participants is present.
• Communicate throughout the season with Head Referee.
• Remain professional at all times.
• Inspect facilities to ensure safe game play

Send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Number of Positions: 1-2
Department: Intramurals
Duration: September 2023– April 2024
Hourly Rate: $15.50+/h

Job Description: 

The Social Media Specialist is the eyes, ears, and voice of Gee-Gees Recreation on all social media platforms, specifically with the team of Intramural Programs and Events. The Social Media Specialist will be familiar with the ongoings of Gee-Gees Recreation and have a strong pulse on the uOttawa community. They will be relied upon as a leader and team player to contribute to the building and managing of a robust social media strategy. They will work closely with the Intramural Team, the Recreation and Varsity Sports Sector and receive guidance and training for the Student Affairs Marketing and Communications team.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of a social media content calendar for Gee-Gees Recreation.
• Assist in the creation of weekly social media content (educational, event-promotion, event take-overs, etc.).
• Create social media posts and content (design, text, interactive tools, etc.).
• Collaborate with stakeholders for social media needs (Fitness, Aquatics, Camps, and Intramurals).
• Attend weekly meetings to brief coordinators on upcoming social media activities.
• Provide regular updates on social media account performances.
• Monitor social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, etc.).
• Assist with other Campus Recreation tasks and events as required.

Essential Qualifications:

• Good language competency (oral, written) in both English and French.
• Strong desire to work in a team setting with the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Excellent writing, editing (photo/video/text), presentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrable social networking experience and social analytics tools knowledge.
• Positive attitude, detail and customer oriented with good multitasking and organizational ability.

Send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Posting Dates: March 1 - March 30, 2023
Department:Campus Recreation
Duration: Casual/Part-time
Hourly Rate: $15
Start date: March 1 - March 30, 2023

Job Description:

The Fitness Attendant is the first point of contact with all members entering the University of Ottawa’s fitness centres. Their presence in the fitness centres serves many purposes, most importantly helping members by answering questions and ensuring the proper use of equipment. Attendants must also ensure that members follow proper gym etiquette and follow fitness centre rules. Furthermore, attendants will ensure that the fitness centres and all equipment are well maintained by periodically checking and cleaning throughout their shifts. Fitness attendants must also be certified and be ready to provide first aid should such a situation arise. Fitness attendants may be asked to work morning, day, evening and/or weekend shifts at the Sport Services fitness centres.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Current uOttawa student
• A background in physical fitness, physical education, exercise physiology and/or health promotion
• Some specialized training in the areas of personal training &/or exercise physiology
• Knowledge about Windows, Excel, Word, email, the internet and data bases
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED from an agency approved by Ontario WSIB
• Experience in Client Service
• Individual and teamwork qualities
• Interpersonal and communicational qualities
• Fluent in both French and English (written, spoken, read)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise all members of our fitness facilities and maintain a safe, friendly and welcoming environment
• Work with Client Services to answer any questions clients may have
• Work with Facilities to ensure safety and wellbeing of clients
• Give orientations to our new members to familiarize them with our facilities
• Assist in maintenance of all fitness/wellness equipment (including personal training, health/activity, group fitness, and fitness equipment)
• Assist in the cleaning of all fitness equipment
• Advise the manager of malfunctioning equipment and needed replacements
• Communicate with leaders and staff by providing them information on equipment, and feedback from participants on an on-going basis
• Work on keeping a healthy and safe work environnement
• Conduct daily inspections of fitness equipment
• Bring requests for equipment from participants/clients to the attention of the manager

Send resume to:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to: Simone Julien-Sparks [email protected]

Posting dates: March 1 - March 30, 2023
Department: Campus Recreation
Duration: Casual/Part-time
Hourly Rate: min. $20.00/h
Start date: May or August

Job Description: 

The Certified Personal Trainer is responsible for establishing realistic goals with their clients, designing, tailoring and implementing fitness programs for them. Each client has specific needs and it is left up to the trainer to prescribe specific programs to their clients in order for them to achieve their goals. The trainer is a professional in the fitness field and they are to teach their clients how to train safely, by demonstrating and teaching proper technique and using appropriate cues to guide their clients through their workouts.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Current uOttawa student or recent graduate
• Experience in the areas of personal training &/or exercise physiology
• Valid level 1 Personal Training certification by an accredited association (CanFitPro, SPI, NCSA, CSEP, ANIE etc…)
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED from an agency approved by Ontario WSIB

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Personal Trainer should be professional and responsible at all times;
• Fill out all pertinent documentation in regards to their clients health history in order to be able to tailor the fitness program specifically for the client;
• Introduce yourself to new people, smile and greet them. Get to know as many participants as possible;
• Report any malfunction of equipment to the appropriate supervisor;
• Know the rules and regulations of the facility, and relay them to all clients. If someone is violating rules, causing disturbance, and or mistreating staff, equipment, or other members, inform them of the rules and politely ask them to follow them;
• Be prepared to respond to an emergency that may occur during a session by using current university procedure;
• Be aware of literature and trends in fitness and fitness-related fields;
• Be available to answer questions pertaining to her/his clients;
• Encourage safety at all times.

Send resume to: 
Please submit a cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

Posting dates: March 1 - March 30, 2023
Department: Campus Recreation
Duration: Casual/Part-time
Hourly Rate: min. $25.00/h
Start date: May or August

Job Description: 
A group fitness instructor is responsible for guiding participants through a challenging yet safe cardiovascular workout by means of a safe group fitness class.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Current certification by a recognized fitness institution (CanFitPro, YM/YWCA, CAIA, ACE, OFC, Water Art, etc.)
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED from an agency approved by Ontario WSIB
• Relevant experience in aerobic instruction

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for promotion of health and fitness in the community;
• The group fitness instructor should be professional and responsible at all times;
• Introduce yourself to new people, smile and say hello. Get to know as many participants as possible;
• Report any malfunction of equipment to the appropriate supervisor;
• Ensure that no bags, jackets… are brought into the room;
• Know the rules and regulations of the facility, and relay them to all participants. If someone is violating rules, causing disturbance, and or mistreating staff, equipment, or other members, inform them of the rules and politely ask them to follow them;
• Be prepared to respond to an emergency that may occur in an aerobic class using current university procedure;
• Be aware of literature and trends in fitness and fitness-related fields;
• Be available to answer questions pertaining to her/his classes;
• The aerobic instructor is responsible for instructing clients as to the safe proper use of the fitness apparatus (steps, hand weights, bands, tubing, etc.);
• Encourage safety at all times.

Send resume to: 
Please submit a cover letter and résumé to, [email protected]. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Department: General
Duration: September 2022 - April 2023
Hourly Rate: $30/hr

Job Description: 

A yoga instructor is responsible for guiding participants through a challenging yet safe understanding of the yoga training techniques. Techniques, theory as well as practical sessions should be covered in the course.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Yoga Teacher’s Certificate Level I (by a recognized institution; OM, Kripalu)
• Current CPR certification
• Current First Aid certification
• Relevant experience in Yoga instruction

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for promotion of health and fitness in the community;
• The yoga instructor should be professional and responsible at all times;
• Introduce yourself to new people, smile and say hello. Get to know as many participants as possible;
• Report any malfunction of equipment to the appropriate supervisor;
• Ensure that no bags, jackets… are brought into the training rooms;
• Ensure that the running shoes are left at the entrance of the room;
• Know the rules and regulations of the facility, and relay them to all participants. If someone is violating rules, causing disturbance, and or mistreating staff, equipment, or other members, inform them of the rules and politely ask them to follow them;
•  Be prepared to respond to an emergency that may occur in a training environment using current university procedure;
• Be aware of literature and trends in fitness and fitness-related fields;
• Be available to answer questions pertaining to her/his classes;
• The instructor is responsible for instructing clients as to the safe proper use of the equipment, positions and breathing techniques;
• Encourage safety at all times.

SALARY: TBD  based on years of experience

Send resume to: 
Please submit a cover letter and résumé to, [email protected]. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Posting Date: March 6, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Department: Client Services
Duration: Part-time/Casual (less than 24 hours/week)
Hourly Rate: $15.50/h

Number of Positions:  2-5

Job Description:

• Provides quality client service by welcoming, informing and registering Sports Services’ clients to various activities;
• Analyses and determines the needs of the clientele; suggests and sell appropriate services that will suit the customer’s needs;
• Receives various requests and inquiries by telephone and by email; transfers these requests to appropriate person;
• Controls equipment rentals: lends keys to appropriate individuals whose names are on the list;
• Regularly patrols and controls access to the facilities;
• Promote the Gee-Gee brand by advertising programming and events;
• Provides First Aid in case of emergency;
• The position requires to work day, night and/or weekend shifts at both the Minto Sports Complex and Montpetit Hall Facilities.

ESSENTIAL QUALITIFCATIONS:

• Bilingualism – French and English (spoken and written)
• Experience in customer service;
• Experience in using computer systems and software such as Windows, Word processing, spreadsheets, databases, e-mail and Internet
• Knowledge of principles directing people and property protection
• Knowledge of cash register functions and point of sale terminals
• Ability to work independently and in a team,
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR level C with AED certification delivered by a WSIB recognized organization.

NOTA

Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] ; Subject line: Client Services Attendant Application. We thank all candidates for applying. We will only contact candidates selected for further consideration.