Posted Dec 15, 2025Recreation Assistants (Special Events)

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Business: City of Merritt
Email: info@merritt.ca
Phone: 2503784224
Address: 2185 Voght St, Merritt, BC



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Administrative Recreation

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City of Merritt

Looking for a Recreation Assistants (Special Events)

$20.76 an hour

As a Recreation Assistant (Special Events), you will be responsible for creating a fun and engaging environment for children and ensuring their safety and well-being. You will be responsible for leading a variety of entertaining activities, games, and events that promote social interaction, creativity, and physical activity. Your enthusiasm, creativity, and ability to connect with children will be essential in making the camp experience memorable and enjoyable for all participants.

Work will vary and may include days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays; hours of work are not guaranteed and are based on operational requirements with the exception of the Summer Day Camp Program which runs Mondays-Fridays (8:00 am – 4:00 pm). The Casual Recreation Program Assistant will be expected to be available for the entirety of the Summer Day Camp Program.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge – Education, Training & Experience

  • Experience working with children in a camp, recreational, or educational setting is preferred.
  • Experience planning events or recreation activities is preferred.

Required Skills & Abilities

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Enthusiasm, creativity, and a passion for working with children.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

For new hires and those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, employment is conditional on a satisfactory police information check.

For more information and how to apply please visit www.indeed.com or https://www.merritt.ca/careers/

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