After School Program Operations Student Assistant - Department of Athletics and Recreation

Competition Number:
100S26
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Athletics and Recreation
Position:
After School Program Operations Assistant
Contract:
Hours of Work:
2:30pm – 5:30pm Monday to Friday plus Professional Development Days, March Break and storm days. (up to 25 hours per week)
Salary:

$18.70 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

September 1, 2026 – June 25, 2027

The Athletics & Recreation Department requires an Operations Assistant for the Panther Academy After-School program for the 2026-27 school year.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and implement program curriculum under the guidance of the Coordinator, Sales & Panther Academy
  • Conduct all work in an enjoyable, presentable, and professional manner
  • Demonstrate effective behavioral management skills and be prepared to address various behavioral issues
  • Perform duties independently without direct supervision
  • Submit daily reports to the Coordinator, Sales & Panther Academy
  • Carry out additional duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Previous experience working with children, or in a camp or school setting
  • Experience developing or leading educational or sports programming for children and knowledge of gym and outdoor games and activities is considered an asset
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to be assertive when required
  • Enthusiastic, outgoing, friendly, and courteous personality
  • Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff, children, and parents
  • Ability to adapt easily to unexpected circumstances and additional responsibilities
  • Must have Current CPR and AED certification or agree to obtain certification upon hiring
  • Willingness to obtain a Criminal Record Check at personal expense upon hiring

Priority is given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and Procedures manual.
 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

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