Employment

Campus Recreation regularly offers paid student positions within its various sectors. Make sure to check back regularly to discover new employment opportunities!

Department: Intramurals
Hourly Rate: $17.20+/hr.
Duration: September 2024 to April 2025
Number of positions: 1

Job description
Along with Gee-Gees Recreation professional team, develops and implements a comprehensive social media strategy to increase engagement and brand awareness. Keeps abreast of Gee-Gees Recreation activities and the uOttawa community. Acts as a leader and team player contributing to building and managing a robust social media strategy while managing the content creation team. Works closely with the intramural team and receive guidance and training from full-time Gee-Gees Recreation staff and the Student Affairs marketing and communications team.

Responsibilities

Leads development of a monthly social media content calendar for Gee-Gees Recreation.
Collaborate with stakeholders to meet Gee-Gees Recreation (fitness, aquatics, camps and intramurals) social media needs.
Trains and orients social media content creators on developing and posting creative, original content that speaks to the Gee-Gees Recreation brand.
Collaborates and assigns content ideas to social media content creators for development, while ensuring they adhere to Gee-Gees Recreation brand standards.
Provide regular updates and analytics concerning social media account performance, along with market comparisons, while identifying trends for the full-time Gee-Gees Recreation staff.
Helps create weekly social media content (educational, event promotion, event takeover, etc.) as needed.
Leads weekly meetings and working sessions with content creators.
Monitors social media accounts and responds to clientele.
Assists with other Gee-Gees Recreation tasks and events as required.

Essential qualifications

Good language skills (oral, written) in both English and French
Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
Strong desire to work well in a team setting, with availability to work evenings and weekends
Proven experience in creating engaging content on different social media platforms, with the ability to work with creative and video editing tools
Knowledge of social media trends, hashtags and engagement strategies
Excellent writing, editing (photo, video, text), presentation and communication skills
Positive attitude, detail and customer orientation, and good multitasking and organizational skills

Send your resumé and cover letter to [email protected].

Department: Intramurals
Hourly Rate: $17.20+/hr.
Duration: May 2024 to August 2024 (and September 2024 to April 2025)
Number of positions: 1 or 2

Job description
Act as the eyes, ears and voice of Gee-Gees Recreation on all social media platforms, along with intramural league and events staff. Keep abreast of Gee-Gees Recreation activities and the uOttawa community. Researches and turns content ideas into videos, images, infographics and text captions, in collaboration with the social media strategist. Follows intramural leagues and events and current social media trends closely.

Responsibilities

Helps develop a social media content calendar for Gee-Gees Recreation by providing content ideas that align with the overall social media strategy.
Creates social media content (educational, event promotion, event takeover, etc.).
Films Gee-Gees Recreation leagues, programs, activities and events.
Publishes posts according to the established social media content calendar.
Collaborates with the student social media team so all content is relevant, while maximizing engagement, reach and sales.
Ensures all content aligns with our brand voice and parameters.
Monitors social media accounts and responds to clientele as required (Instagram, Facebook, etc.).
Works alongside and becomes familiar with other Gee-Gees Recreation student staff.
Assists with other Gee-Gees Recreation tasks and events as required.

Essential qualifications
•    Good language skills (oral, written) in both English and French
•    Strong desire to work in a team setting, with availability to work evenings and weekends
•    Proven experience in creating engaging content on different social media platforms, with the ability to work with creative and video editing tools
•    Knowledge of social media trends, hashtags and engagement strategies
•    Excellent writing, editing (photo, video, text), presentation and communication skills
•    Positive attitude, detail and customer orientation, and good multitasking and organizational skills

Send your resumé and cover letter to [email protected].

Posting Dates: February 2nd to July 30 2024
Duration: Full-time Seasonal

June 17 – June 21 (35 hours/ week)
June 24 - August 16, 2022 (43 hours/week)

Number of Positions: 15+
Department: Recreation and Varsity Sports – Camps
Hourly Rate: $16.70/h

Job Description:

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

RESPONSIBILITIES( 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 Counselor, Co-Counselors and Coordinators.
Arrive to camp on-time, clean, in the camp uniform.
Be a positive Role Model

SKILLS/ 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 camp training

Standard First-Aid CPR/AED Training Certification
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 Counselors 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/ COUNSELOR PORTFOLIO’S:

Camp	Skill Sets
Multi-Sports	Interest and affinity to a variety of sports Has played competitive or recreational sports Basic understanding of camps main sports (basketball, football, volleyball, soccer, ultimate frisbee, handball, etc.) Overall athleticism and understanding of fair play and healthy competition.
Swimmers	Interest and affinity to sports and aquatics Has played competitive or recreational sports. Or has gone through various level of swimming lessons or a junior lifeguard stream. Strong swimmer, ability to assist campers in their aquatic development
Dance	Interest and affinity to dance and/or gymnastics Shows basic knowledge of various dance styles (Broadway, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, ribbons, etc.) Knowledge of dance class nuances, and ability to learn new dances easily.
Cheerleading	Interest and affinity to cheerleading, dance and/or gymnastics Experience on a cheer team, in a coach or participant capacity. Knowledge of cheerleading nuances, and ability to learn new choreography.
Culinary	Interest and affinity for culinary arts, healthy and active lifestyle Passion for cooking and healthy consumption trends and responsibility Currently studying in the field of Nutrition Sciences or another Culinary field.
Leadership Development	Interest and affinity to leadership development Actively takes part in leadership initiatives in their community. Experience in group facilitation and peer-to-peer learning
Junior Lifeguards	Interest and affinity to aquatic development Strong Swimmer, ability to tread water, support campers in their development Ability to plan dry-land leadership activities to complement certifications.
Basketball Competitive Swimming Football Ice Hockey Rugby Soccer Volleyball	Interest and affinity to Varsity Athletic programs and/ or strong relationship with long-term sport involvement. Experience playing or coaching specific sport programs. Specific skill sets within each camp sector and the ability to break down skills and drills in support of camp technical coaches. Prepare and plan for complementary instruction that supports athlete development in specific sport programs Encourage and mentor young athletes in their athletic development in all areas: goal setting, sport education, teamwork, and physical literacy. Actively play and participate in camp drills, and sessions supporting campers by creating a game-play flow for the camp groups.

Send resume and cover letter to the Gee-Gees leadership team : [email protected]

Department: Intramurals
Duration: September 2024 - April 2025

Number of Positions: 2-5
Hourly Rate: $16.55+/hr

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.

SKILLS/ REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

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.
Attending the captain’s meeting once all teams are registered.

During the Season:

Before Games:

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

• Print out weekly standings on an ongoing basis

• Update team lists and fill out game sheets prior to shift.

• 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 Facilities 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.

• 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.

• 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]

Department: Intramurals
Duration: September 2024 - April 2025

Number of Positions: 10-20
Hourly Rate: $16.55+/hr

Job Description:

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

SKILLS/ REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Excellent knowledge of 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 as an asset.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Before the Season:

• Where necessary, maintain proper certification by an appropriate governing body.

• Know and understand all rules specific to the sport, and the league.

• Provide availability to the Head Referee in a timely manner.

• Attending 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 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.

• Assist with equipment set up and/or take down.

• Assist with participant sign in and mandatory student ID checks.

• Inspect facilities to ensure safe game play

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

Department: Campus Rec -Fitness
Duration: Casual / Part-time
Hourly Rate: $16.55/h

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 observe 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 day, evening and/or weekend shifts at the Sport Services fitness centres.

SKILLS/ REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 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

• Certification in Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED

• Fluently bilingual in both French and English (written and spoken)

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise all members of our fitness facilities and maintain a safe and friendly environment

• 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

• Conduct daily inspections of fitness equipment

• Bring requests for equipment from participants/clients to the attention of the manager

Send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Department: Campus Rec -Fitness
Duration: Casual / Part-time
Hourly Rate: $20.00/h

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 the trainer’s responsibility 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.

SKILLS/ REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in the areas of personal training &/or exercise physiology

• Valid level 1 Personal Training certification by an accredited association (CanFitPro, SPI, NCSA, CSEP, etc…)

• Valid CPR certification

• Valid First aid certification

TASKS AND 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 say hello. 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 and cover letter to: [email protected]. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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