Job Description:
Day Camp Leader
Competition Number: 26/120
Posting Scope: Internal / External
Posted Date: June 23, 2026
Closing Date: July 7, 2026, 4:30 PM PST
Department: Parks & Recreation
Work schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hour work week) – Temporary - up to 3 months
Salary: $25.72 per hour, Pay Grade 103 (under review)
Plus 15% in lieu of benefits
Job Code: 2011
Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies: 1
Applicants with Class 4 licenses will be prioritized to drive the camp bus. Day Camp Leaders are responsible for supervising participants, leading games, crafts, sports, and outdoor activities, and ensuring safety through risk management practices, first aid response, and adherence to established procedures. Leaders are expected to plan and deliver developmentally appropriate, creative, and inclusive programming.
Auxiliary status employees will be paid an additional 15% in lieu of vacation, holiday, sick leave beyond the statutory requirement, and other benefits, per the CUPE Local 50 Collective Agreement.
POSITION FUNCTION
The Day Camp leader is responsible for leading and supervising children in a variety of day camp activities. This role helps to support camp programming that is safe, engaging and fun and plays a key role in providing guidance and support to camp attendees.
KEY DUTIES
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Main tasks include programming, leading and supervising children in camps throughout the summer.
- Knowledge of games, crafts, sports, outdoor recreation, weekly program planning and risk management.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is performed following established routines and is reviewed by supervisor.
KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Ability to engage and effectively work with children
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Complete forms accurately.
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
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Deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
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Work safely on job site.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Current Standard First Aid and CPR C are required.
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A Class 4 Driver’s License is an asset.
- Successful applicants will be required to provide a vulnerable sector criminal record clearance as a condition of employment.
OTHER:
May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.
To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.
The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.
