Job Number

J0926-0420

Vacancy

Temporary Part-Time Leisure Program Assistant - Up to Twelve (12) Months

Job Type

Temporary Part Time

Job Category

Recreation

Department

External Agencies

Union Group

CUPE 251

Date Posted

September 28, 2026

Closing Date

October 7, 2026

Salary

$28.16 - $31.31/Hour

Weekly Hours

Up to 24

Shift Work Required

Yes

Share Facebook X Email LinkedIn A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the City of Oshawa is one of Canada’s fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest. Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and cooperative partnerships have enhanced its quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to financial stewardship.

Reporting to the Leisure Programs Manager, or designate, support the delivery of continuing education, recreation, and special events programming at the Oshawa Senior Citizens Centres. The Leisure Program Assistant is knowledgeable in agency programs and services, provides outstanding customer service, promotes programs, and works to resolve member complaints.

Responsibilities:

- Provide program set up and take down and monitor the safe participation of members
- Ensure participation requirements are followed, membership cards are current, drop-in fees are collected, attendance is recorded, and ‘fair play’ expectations are followed
- Provide strong customer service including working to resolve participant complaints, promoting programs, registering participants, and respond to inquiries
- Assist with statistics collection, creating displays, communicating with members in person, by phone and email
- Respond to emergencies and complete the appropriate forms and communications as needed




- Facility opening and closing as required
- Support and demonstrate the City of Oshawa core values of Authenticity, Courage, and Trust
- Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

- Candidates must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or academic equivalent, and working towards a relevant certificate or diploma
- Preferred two (2) year college diploma in Recreation and Leisure, Gerontology, or Social/Human Services
- Minimum two (2) years working with older adults with preference given to those with experience in coordinating and supervising programs
- Excellent customer service and communication skills with a demonstrated interest in working with older adults
- Ability to work independently and possess personal qualities of maturity, tact and patience
- Intermediate skills and experience in Microsoft Office applications and related registration/database software (e.g. Intelli)
- Hold current Certification in Standard First Aid, CPR (Level C), and AED
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as scheduled

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to provide a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs.

We would like to thank all applicants however,



please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

Applicants who are currently employed by the City of Oshawa are asked to clearly indicate their status as an internal applicant in their application. Please ensure that you check your email regularly to receive any correspondence.

The City of Oshawa is situated on lands and waters within the Williams Treaties Territory, home to seven First Nation communities of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Anishinaabeg, who have cared for and maintained these lands from time immemorial and continue to do so to present day

We are an Equal Prospect Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The City of Oshawa promotes the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The City of Oshawa encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples and persons of all cultures, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

The City of Oshawa will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to the OHRC. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process or assistance with the application process please contact Human Resource Services. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

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📌 Temporary Part-Time Leisure Program Assistant - Up to Twelve (12) Months (Oshawa)
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