Summer Recreation Skateboard Instructor

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Summer Recreation Skateboard Instructor

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the casual position of Summer Recreation Skateboard Instructor in Parks and Recreation.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2

SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Summer Recreation Skateboard Instructor leads recreation programs for a variety of age groups. The Instructor designs activities within a planned curriculum and supports persons with disabilities in programs (e.g. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, administering medications, etc.) - may be required to develop a specific program plan. Other responsibilities include: daily duties such as greeting participants, leading activities, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants, organizing equipment and supplies, preparing for activities, participating in staff meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Skateboarding or cycling skills and experience

At least one season/summer of experience working or volunteering with children/youth in a recreational setting

At least one season/summer of demonstrated program leadership skills

Knowledge and understanding of Healthy Child Development an asset

Previous experience working with persons with disabilities an asset

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

Current certification in Emergency First Aid and Level C CPR an asset

Successful completion of all training requirements (Including High Five and WHMIS) prior to start date

Screening through the Child Abuse Registry and a Police Records Check

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Communication, Customer Service, Organization and Planning, Risk Management, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Initiative, Decision Making

WORK STATUS: Seasonal – June 30th, 2026 to August 28th, 2026

HOURS OF WORK: Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule.

SALARY: Non Union; $18.75 per hour(plus 4% vacation pay)

WORK LOCATION: Captain Spry Community Centre, Citadel Community Centre, Dartmouth North Recreation Centre.

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received until 11:59 pm on Sunday, April 12, 2026.