The Town of Wynyard is currently hiring for several seasonal positions.
Job Title: Skatepark Ambassador
The Town of Wynyard is accepting applications for the position of Skatepark Ambassador.
This is a grant-funded, contracted position.
Anticipated Start/End Date: July2023-August 2023
Hours per week: 20
Wage: $15/h
Number of Positions: 1
Application Closing Date: June 15,2023
Requirements: The ideal candidate for this position is over the age of 16 and an experienced user of the Wynyard Skatepark preferably on skateboard and scooter. The successful candidate will need to be able to work independently, and responsibly and will have leadership experience such as facilitating, coaching or teaching. Other valuable assets include: knowledge of skateboards and scooters and their maintenance, social media savy, understanding of social justice issues, valid drivers license.
The position may include:
· Welcoming everyone who comes to the park, supporting a sense of safety.
· Facilitating a borrowing program for scooters, skateboards, helmets
· Modeling the use of safety equipment while using the park
· Offering tips, informal mentorship for new participants
· Offering workshops, lessons for new and experienced users
· Creating designated time slots for specific populations that are typically underserved at the skatepark
· Encouraging pride and a sense of ownership for the users, care for the environment and civic responsibility
· Encouraging welcoming environment- modeling kindness, turn-taking and co-operation
Skatepark Ambassador Application
Interested applicants for any of the following positions can fill out the form at the following link:
Summer Seasonal Employment Application
Job Title: Parks Laborer
The Town of Wynyard Recreation Department is accepting applications for Parks and Green Space Maintenance Staff this summer. Class 5 Drivers license Required.
Anticipated Start/End Date: May – September 2023
Previous Experience: No experience required
Hours per week: 40
Number of Positions: 1
Application Closing Date: July 1, 2023
The position will include maintaining green spaces, boulevards, sidewalks and sports fields within the town. The successful applicants should be prepared to operate a riding mower and hand-held equipment such as a grass trimmer.
Duties will include mowing, trimming, tree pruning, landscaping, weeding and general outdoor maintenance and clean-up.
Additional Skills:
· Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team
· Ability to maintain effective working relationships and demonstrate strong communication
· Strong leadership and problem solving skills