Recreation Outreach & Engagement Ambassador

Applications are now being accepted for the Recreation Outreach & Engagement Ambassador position in the Recreational Services Department. To apply please submit your resume and cover letter online by April 25, 2025.

Start and End Date: Mid-May to July 1, 2026

Join us and make a lasting difference!

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for outgoing recreation enthusiasts to join our high-energy team! Enjoy a creative, dynamic and nature-filled work environment where we encourage attendees to embrace and use the recreation opportunities in Markham.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate and promote recreation programs, services and initiatives.
• Coordinate and participate in safe and developmentally appropriate activities with event attendees.
• Setting up, attending, and tearing down all activations at events across Markham.
• Events are indoor/outdoor and must be able to work in varying weather conditions.
• Ambassadors may be required to stand for long periods of time.
• Work with the Community Outreach Team to maintain marketing and promotional material.
• Assist Community Outreach Team with management of volunteers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Must be available on May 31, June 1, June 6, June 7, July 1, September 6 and every Wednesday from July 9 to August 27 and additional special event
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
• Must provide a VSC (Vulnerable Sector Check) in good standing and valid.
• Must be able to travel within Markham to festivals and events.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds
• Must provide a valid Standard First Aid & CPR certificate
• Experience with communications, marketing and/or outreach is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work and engage with children.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate and have passion for interacting with the public to promote recreation services.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a group setting.
• Demonstrated proactive, self-starter that can complete projects with minimal supervision.
• Excellent public speaking skills is an asset.
• The ability to communicate in another language is an asset.

CORE BEHAVIOURS

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

We thank all applicants who have applied. However, only those applications selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please respect our scent free area by not wearing scented products when visiting the office.