Job opportunity
The Corporation of the Town of Orangeville invites applications for the position of
Assistant Co-ordinator, Neighbourhood Programs
Community Services department
(contract dates: June 1, 2026 to August 28, 2026)
Position description
The Town is seeking an Assistant Co-ordinator, Neighbourhood Programs to assist in the preparation and delivery of comprehensive summer Neighbourhood Recreation programs. This includes overseeing program planning, delivery and administration for the Town’s 2026 neighbourhood Block Box programs.
Job duties
Overseeing daily operations including set up, leading and participation in all neighbourhood recreation programs at various park locations throughout the Town of Orangeville through hands-on interaction with participants by planning and leading activities.
Acting as a resource to all neighbourhood staff on the inclusion of children with special needs.
Ensuring positive interactions of program participants by monitoring interactions and providing guidance as a caring adult.
Focusing on child development best practices by incorporating HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development into daily programming.
Assisting with the planning and implementation of neighbourhood programs training sessions with a focus on resources and support for all neighbourhood programs; greeting program participants, completing program check-in/attendance, assisting with communication with program participants or parents/guardians.
Communicating to the Supervisor regarding participant issues or concerns, facilities, staffing, equipment, supplies or other areas of concerns that may impact the safety and quality of the program.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Completed Grade 12
Enrollment in a program related to recreation such as Recreation and Leisure Studies, Education, Child and Youth Development, Early Childhood Education or related course of study would be an asset.
HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development certification.
Previous experience working with children, including a minimum of six (6) months of previous experience in a similar environment. Previous experience working with children in a recreation setting is considered an asset.
Current Standard First Aid / CPR.
Valid Driver’s Licence in good standing
The successful candidates will be expected to work weekdays, evenings and weekends depending on program and training needs. Mandatory training days are scheduled in June, and successful candidates must be available to work on Canada Day. Hours of work will be thirty-five (35) hours per week prior to the start of programs , and then ranging from forty (40) to forty-four (44) hours per week during camps, depending on business needs.
Hourly Rate: $20.40 to $22.07 (2025 rate)
Please note:
Virtual interview formats are available for this position.
All Town student positions are subject to budget approval, and thus may be subject to change.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, including either a vulnerable sector check or a criminal record and judicial matters check, as permitted under Ontario's Police Record Checks Reform Act, and in accordance with the duties of the position.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply no later than 12 p.m. on January 30, 2026. Applications may be submitted online, at orangeville.ca/jobs or in person at Town Hall on 87 Broadway, addressed to Human Resources. Please do not email your application. Please note that only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted by Human Resources.
To select the best candidates to serve the Town of Orangeville and its people, several screening tools, including police record checks, may be required as part of the hiring process for certain employment or volunteer positions. When requested, applicants are required to provide a police record check as a condition of their offer of employment. Police record checks must be dated within three (3) months of the employment offer to be considered valid. The specific type of police record check required will be indicated in the job posting qualifications.
The Town of Orangeville is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process, and applicants are asked to make their needs known in advance. By submitting your personal information to the Town of Orangeville, you consent to the collection, use and disclosure of that information in connection with our recruitment, hiring and/or employment processes. Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as amended, and will be used to determine the qualifications for employment with the Town of Orangeville. Questions about this collection should be directed to the manager, Human Resources at 87 Broadway, Orangeville, Ontario L9W 1K1.
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Questions about this posting?
Human Resources, Town of Orangeville
Email: hr@orangeville.ca
Phone: 519-941-0440 ext. 7304
