Are you a student or recent graduate looking for an opportunity to build your career over the summer? Are you passionate about making a difference?
The Summer Employment Opportunities program provides opportunities to obtain valuable work experience, gain transferable skills, and build professional networks.
- LEARN: Jump start your career, whether you want to learn business skills, use your French language skills, help out in a lab, or work outdoors. Put the knowledge you've acquired at school into action.
- GROW: Enhance your skills and expand your network by working on projects, leading initiatives and sharing your ideas. Transfer the skills you learn to your future school and work experiences.
- CONTRIBUTE: In addition to advancing your professional and personal skills, you will also give back to your community. Spend your summer working to support the interests of Ontarians!
Information to assist you with the application process is available on the
Summer Employment Opportunities website (opens in a new tab).This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and at various locations across Ontario. Certain cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Carefully review locations through Google Maps (opens in a new tab) and select ONLY those locations that you are able to travel to and work in. You can select up to 10 locations.
Notes:
- Relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries.
- The number of positions to be filled is approximate and subject to change.
- Please use your legal name when applying to the job ad.
- Summer placements are typically full-time (working 36.25hrs/week or 40 hrs/week). However some part-time placements MAY be available based on mutual agreement between the hiring manager and student, if operationally feasible. Please inquire at the interview stage.
About the job
Ontario offers an exciting educational program called Learn to Fish. Operated by the Ministry of Natural Resources Fish and Wildlife program, this unique program engages people in outdoor activities by providing hands-on learning opportunities related to fishing. Program leaders are needed to introduce new people to fishing in Ontario. The successful candidates will work in a team to lead all aspects of the Learn to Fish program, including organizing and conducting teaching sessions, maintenance and inventory of equipment and supplies, and providing support to program marketing activities.
Work Description
As a Learn to Fish Program Leader, you may have the opportunity to work on some or all of the following activities:
- Prepare and deliver teaching sessions based on an established curriculum.
- Maintain, track, setup and manage all equipment and signage required for program delivery.
- Maintain accurate records (e.g. equipment inventory, attendance records) and complete post-program reports.
- Deliver presentations to program participants, park visitors and local community groups.
- Support program marketing activities locally and provincially (e.g. lead promotional events, develop content for online posting and e-newsletters, take group photos and video footage, and support media coverage).
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
You must meet all eligibility criteria by the first day of employment (contracts begin between May and July):
- Student Status: You must be enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution (currently or for the fall semester) OR you must have graduated within the past six months (for example, if you graduated in December, you can apply for and start a summer student position up until June of the following year).
- Age: You must be a minimum of 15 years of age. There is no maximum age limit.
- Residency: You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.
- Work Status: You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) for the full duration of your summer employment.
- Application: Applications are only accepted online by clicking the "Apply Online" button. Your application should describe how you meet the knowledge and skill requirements outlined on this ad.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- You apply your written communication skills to document findings and prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, data records, presentations, meeting minutes, training materials, visual aids, etc.).
- You apply your customer service and verbal, written, and active listening communication skills to perform program duties, respond to phone, email, and in-person inquiries, and provide information to internal clients and/or the public.
- You apply your initiative and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
- You apply your extensive knowledge of fishing practices and equipment during teaching sessions and are able to lead diverse groups of people with varying needs through creative, engaging, and fun teaching sessions.
- You are comfortable working outdoors leading large groups of participants in a campground or lakeside setting for extended periods of time.
- You apply your marketing/promotional/creative knowledge and/or experience to set-up, distribute and produce select promotional materials for the program.
- You have experience with and/or general knowledge of the Ontario Parks system (e.g. role, priorities, rules and regulations, specific parks, and fishing regulations).
- You apply your technical knowledge of a variety of software applications and computer hardware to support program activities (e.g. registration tracking, creation of promotional materials, etc.).
- Strong health and safety aptitude as you are working near water with the public, including younger children and teens
Analytical and Organizational Skills
- You apply your organizational skills to track and manage program equipment.
- You plan, organize, track, and prioritize multiple duties (e.g. overnight stays for programs, community presentations, marketing activities, tracking inventory/attendance) and meet competing deadlines.
- You apply your research and analytical skills to gather, assess, and summarize information, and develop options.
- You exercise your good judgement while working under minimal supervision.
- You are able to adapt programs to changing circumstances (e.g. late arrivals, inclement weather conditions).
Other Requirements
- Certain positions require that you have a valid Ontario G2 (or higher) Driver's Licence or equivalent. (Knowledge or experience operating a vehicle with a trailer is considered an asset.)
- Certain positions require that you have certification in Standard First Aid and CPR.
- You are willing and able to work shifts and weekends with an irregular work schedule up to 40 hours/week, and to work in an outdoor environment.
- Experience working around water and supervising others around water is an asset.
Other student and recent graduate opportunities
See what other summer opportunities are currently available! Also, check out all the
other student and new recent graduate opportunities offered within the Ontario Public Service.
Don't meet every qualification?
The SEO program is designed for students and recent graduates who are looking to kick-start their careers and gain practical work experience. If you're excited about this position but don't meet all the listed qualifications, please still consider applying.
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
What we offer
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province.
We offer:
• a purpose-driven service culture with passionate professionals who contribute to our province
• a career that can grow across multiple job functions and program areas
• flexible learning opportunities, including professional development and mentorship programs
• employee networks to foster community and make connections
• employee-centric programs to support and empower equity-deserving groups
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment