Assistant Programmer - Inclusion

Job Details: Part-Time

Posting Status: Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Closing Date: Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by no later than August 4, 2026.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and therefore will be filled accordingly.

Job Responsibilities: This position reports to the Program Supervisor - Child, Youth & Camps and is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of inclusion services, camps and special events. Responsibilities include:

Direct supervision of Inclusion Services area, including daily interaction with part time staff, volunteers and the general public

Assisting with the planning and execution of inclusive registered and drop-in programming, special events and camps

Assisting with the hiring, training, scheduling and payroll of part-time staff

Assisting in the screening, supervision, orientation and training of volunteers

Providing administrative and programming support to the Program Supervisor - Child, Youth and Camps

Assisting with program registration and inputting of program information using the recreation registration system

Maintaining membership database and accurate program records and statistics

Assisting with tracking or repairs, purchasing supplies and inventory

Adhering to Corporate Policies and Procedures

Attending and participating in required staff training and scheduled meetings

This position works non-traditional hours including PA days, school breaks as well as daytime, weekends and evenings

Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications: The successful applicant will have a Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Recreation and Leisure, or equivalent related field and a minimum of 2 years' experience with direct programming in a recreation setting. An equivalent of education and experience will be considered.

The successful candidate will have well-honed customer service skills that demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with both internal and external customers. Computer proficiency is essential; specifically experience using Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

Candidates must have access to a vehicle.

Standard First Aid, CPR "C" and AED Responder required.

HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development certification would be an asset

Behaviour Management Systems Training (BMST) would be an asset

Please note that this position requires a satisfactory criminal record and vulnerable sector screening check dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment. Candidates who are under the age of 18 at the time of hire will only be required to provide a criminal record check.

DATED: July 21, 2026

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This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.