The City of White Rock is a unique, ocean-side community of 20,000 citizens known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community. The City is located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay.

The Recreation and Culture Department seeks an enthusiastic student with strong communication and promotion skills to supplement their regular staff during the summer months. Responsibilities include assisting with the co-ordination of the Tour de White Rock, Canada Day by the Bay, and other community events. This position will also assist in coordinating event logistics, volunteer management and supervision, creating and distributing marketing materials, and helping with event set-up and tear down. Evening and weekend work is likely required and the successful applicant must have access to a personal vehicle while working.

Necessary skills and qualifications include:

Completion of Grade 12 and some related experience preferably in municipal recreational work, some supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience;
Consideration for preferred studies in the areas of recreation, leisure, social and/or event marketing and/or communications, education fields or related disciplines.
Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license or equivalent with an acceptable driving record;
Must successfully pass a criminal record check;
Must be physically able to carry out duties related to set up and take down of community events;
Current first aid certification by appointment’s start date.

Grant funding has been applied for and should it be received, candidates must meet the following criteria and preference will be given to students with priority status:

Registered as a full-time student in the previous academic year with the intention to return to school on a full-time basis the next academic year;
Aged 15 and 30 years of age at start of employment;
Legally entitled to work according to relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations, and;
Confirmed Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or has refugee protection under the relevant Act.

The hourly wage of this appointment is $20.21 and the expected duration is approximately fifteen (15) weeks, beginning in early May 2015.  If your experience and education have prepared you for success and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, we invite you to apply. Please submit a cover letter, resume, your current driver’s abstract, and a copy of your first aid certification (if applicable). Only complete applications will be considered. Should grant funding be received preference will be given to candidates who meet the eligibility requirements; however the City also encourages applications from those who do not meet the grant eligibility requirements set out above.