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Inclusion Support Staff

Position Status: Seasonal. Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. 8 weeks

Deadline to Apply: April 11, 2025 - 4:30 PM

How To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or drop it off at the Municipal Office at 5 JE Hatfield Court in Tusket (Attention: Natalie d’Entremont)

Position Summary

The Municipality of the District of Argyle Recreation Department offers day camp programs for children ages 5-12 during the months of July and August at three of locations within the Municipality (École Belleville, École Pubnico-Ouest, and Plymouth School). These programs run as day camps weekly from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and the children that attend are in the care and supervision of Municipal Staff the entire time. Program activities include a mixture of indoor and outdoor physical activities, and arts and crafts.

Inclusion Support Staff shall work to provide program support to children who have higher needs than others, who may require one on one attention and/or may need supervision from a dedicated staff person at times. They shall co-operatively work with other summer staff, create a welcoming and inclusive program environment for all participants, always maintain a high level of safety and work effectively as a team member. This position description has a general scope of duties and does not limit Management’s ability to assign other responsibilities to this position from time to time.

Reporting: This position reports to the Director of Recreation Services.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Be aware that participants of all abilities are welcome in summer programs and ensure that individuals feel welcomed, included, and supported in the programs in which they are participating.
  2. Administering medication according to agreed upon instructions provided by the parent/guardian
  3. Encourage participants to respect staff, participants, and volunteers.
  4. Use appropriate interventions to manage participant’s behaviors.
  5. Assist participants with following programming instructions and rules.
  6. Review camp schedule at the beginning of each shift with the Day Camp Director.
  7. Work with Day Camp staff to adapt activities to meet the needs/abilities of participants.
  8. Ensure that all municipal policies and procedures are being followed when planning, communicating, and implementing programs.
  9. Present activities with energy and enthusiasm with an emphasis on safety & fun.
  10. Communicate with parents of program participants to let them know of their child’s progress.
  11. Complete incident reports, as required.
  12. Promote Fair Play and Principles of Healthy Childhood Development.
  13. Participate in training opportunities, as required.
  14. Deal with conflicts with participants, other staff, and the public in a mature, professional, and courteous manner.
  15. Act as a role model for other staff, and program participants.
  16. Be aware of public perception.
  17. Continually evaluate the summer program and make recommendations for future programs.
  18. Prepare a summary report of summer programs at the end of the summer and submit to the Director of Recreation Services.
  19. Staff will have access to confidential information and will be required to follow the Department’s Confidentiality Policy.
  20. Perform other duties as required.

Skills Required:

  • Leadership: to have the ability to organize and play appropriate games and activities in a safe environment with the children in their care.
  • Communication: the ability to communicate verbally and non-verbally to adapt to the needs of the children in their care.
  • Team player: Ability to work as part of a team and be a valuable team member.
  • Conflict management: Conflict resolution skills to tactfully handle concerns from program participants, the public and other staff.
  • Creativity: Having the ability to think outside the box to enable children with special needs to participate in the day camp activities.
  • Adaptability: the ability to quickly change the course of the day due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, number of participants, availability of equipment.
  • Professional: This employee must exercise a high degree of accountability and confidentiality in their job.

Qualifications:

  1. Students currently enrolled or who have graduated from a degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Continuing Care, Early Childhood Development, Educational Support, or equivalent.
  2. Experience working with children with high needs (i.e., Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Anxiety, etc.).
  3. Pass a Criminal Record check and Child Abuse Registry check.
  4. Ability to perform physical requirements of the position.

Event Coordinator

Position Status: Seasonal (16 weeks). Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Overtime hours may be required. Time in lieu shall be given for overtime hours.

Reporting: This position reports to the Director of Recreation Services.

Deadline to Apply: April 11, 2025 - 4:30 PM

How To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or drop it off at the Municipal Office at 5 JE Hatfield Court in Tusket (Attention: Natalie d’Entremont)

Description Overview

The Event Coordinator is responsible for multiple municipal events, related to cultural and sport events. The Event Coordinator will play a crucial role in planning, organizing, and executing a variety of special events including, but not limited to, senior events, family events and youth events. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of our organization by creating memorable and impactful experiences for our residents and participants.

Responsibilities

  1. Event Planning and Execution
    • Conceptualize, plan, and execute a diverse range of special events, including but not limited to family, senior and youth events, and physical activity events.
    • Coordinate all logistical aspects of events, from venue selection, recruiting volunteers and ensuring that events are accessible to all.
  2. Budget Oversight
    • Manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines.
    • Track expenses and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising the quality of events.
  3. Promotion and Marketing:
    • Collaborate with the Recreation team to create promotional materials and strategies to attract attendees to events, ensuring that the promotional materials are accessible to all.
    • Utilize social media and other platforms to generate buzz and excitement around upcoming events.
  4. Participant Engagement:
    • Interact with participants, clients, and stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations for each event.
    • Implement strategies to enhance participant engagement and satisfaction during events.
  5. Post-Event Evaluation:
    • Conduct post-event evaluations, gathering feedback from participants and stakeholders to assess the success of each event.
    • Use feedback to identify areas for improvement and implement changes in future events.

Duties Responsibilities

  1. To be a strong team player.
  2. To attend weekly internal meetings when possible.
  3. To be innovative.
  4. To be able to recruit volunteers when necessary.
  5. To be able to effectively use the recreation online registration system “ActiveNet”.
  6. To assist with the administration and promotion of recreation programs and events.
  7. To deal with the public in a professional manner.
  8. To update registration forms and other resources as necessary with the assistance of the Director of Recreation Services.
  9. Staff will have access to confidential information and will be required to follow the Department’s Confidentiality Policy.
  10. To perform other duties as required.

Skills Required

  • Client Service: working with the public, volunteers, and municipal staff members.
  • Leadership: to have the ability to build relationships with our partners, and to effectively work on your own as well as working with a team.
  • Communication: having good written and verbal communication skills. To effectively relay messaging to the public as well as to the internal team. Knowledge of accessible communication format.
  • Team player: being part of and contributing to the recreation and municipal teams. The ability to interact with a small team as well as being part of the larger teams.
  • Digital Skills: the ability to create professional social media.
  • Professional: having a professional presence while working as a member of staff for the Municipality of Argyle.
  • Project management: the ability to focus on a project within the scope of work provided.

 

Day Camp Director

Position Status: Seasonal (9 weeks). Monday to Friday. 8am to 5pm

Reporting: This position reports to Director of Recreation Services

Deadline to Apply: April 11, 2025 - 4:30 PM

How To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or drop it off at the Municipal Office at 5 JE Hatfield Court in Tusket (Attention: Natalie d’Entremont)

Description Overview

The position of Day Camp Director is to ensure that the overall Day camp program is meeting the goals and objectives for the program. The Day Camp Director is the Day Camp team leader. The Day Camp Director has a responsibility to ensure that all the children at the day camp have positive recreation experience while in their care. This means that the children’s safety, both physical and emotional are being met. The Day Camp Director has the responsibility to treat all children equally and offer programs and activities that are age and skill level appropriate. The Day Camp Director will be a caring adult and a role model for the children. The Day Camp Director will build into the activities, ways for children to make friends while at Day Camp. The Director will also have knowledge and skills on how to manage conflict, bullying and intimidation. The Director must understand the different characteristics of children between the ages of 5 and 12 years old and can adapt the activities to different age groups and skill levels.

Responsibilities

  1. Program Development:
    • Design, plan, and implement a well-rounded day camp program that caters to the interests and needs of children in the small rural municipality.
    • Create a diverse schedule of activities, including outdoor adventures, arts, and crafts, sports, and educational sessions.
  2. Staff Leadership:
    • Lead a team of camp counselors.
    • Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, encouraging staff to contribute their unique skills and ideas.
  3. Budget Management:
    • Develop and manage the camp budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
    • Seek cost-effective solutions and explore local partnerships to maximize the impact of the camp program.
  4. Safety and Well-being:
    • Implement and enforce safety protocols to ensure the well-being of campers and staff.
  5. Evaluation and Improvement:
    • Conduct regular assessments of the camp program, seeking feedback from participants, staff, and parents.
    • Use feedback and data to make informed decisions and continuously improve the camp experience.

Duties

  1. To be responsible to ensure that the Day Camp Counselors are achieving the Day Camp Goals and Objective and have the proper equipment and knowledge to perform their duties.
  2. To be the liaison between the day camp and the parents.
  3. To be a caring adult and a role model for children.
  4. To ensure that the physical and emotional safety of the children are met.
  5. To help children make new friends.
  6. To provide a variety of activities for different age groups and skill levels.
  7. To welcome diversity and uniqueness.
  8. To be a valuable team member amongst the day camp staff.
  9. To participate with the children as well as encourage participation from all children. Using a variety of methods to ensure maximum participation is achieved. (i.e.: smaller groups, more equipment, maximum use of space).
  10. To abide by Day Camp Policies and Procedures (see Policy & Procedure Manual).
  11. To help with the preparation and evaluation of each day with other members of the day camp staff.
  12. To participate in a mid-summer evaluation as well as a year-end evaluation of the program.
  13. Staff will have access to confidential information and will be required to follow the Department’s Confidentiality Policy.
  14. To perform other duties as required.

Skills Required

  1. Leadership: to have the ability to organize and play age-appropriate games and activities for children ages 5 to 12 years old, in a safe environment. Being the team lead.
  2. Communication: Providing clear communication with the parents as well as the ability to explain games and activities in the language that the children will understand, also using demonstrations as a communication tool.
  3. Team player: leading the Day Camp team. The ability to interact with a small team by building trusting relationships.
  4. Conflict management: the ability to handle conflict effectively and efficiently amongst the children as well as potential conflict amongst staff.
  5. Creativity: Having the ability to think outside the box to produce exciting and fun games that are age appropriate.
  6. Adaptability: the ability to quickly change the course of the day due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, number of participants, availability of equipment.
  7. Professional: having a professional presence while working as a member of staff for the Municipality of Argyle.

Day Camp Counselor

Position Status: Seasonal (8 weeks). Monday to Friday.

Reporting: This position reports to the Day Camp Director.

Deadline to Apply: April 11, 2025 - 4:30 PM

How To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or drop it off at the Municipal Office at 5 JE Hatfield Court in Tusket (Attention: Natalie d’Entremont)

Description Overview

The position of Day Camp Counselor has a responsibility to ensure that all the children at the day camp have a positive recreation experience while in their care. This means that the children’s safety, both physical and emotional are being met. The Day Camp counselor has the responsibility to treat all children equally and offer programs and activities that are age and skill level appropriate. The Day Camp Counselor will be a caring adult and a role model for the children. The Day Camp Counselor will build into the activities ways for children to make friends while at Day Camp. The Counselor will also have knowledge and skills on how to manage conflict, bullying and intimidation. The Counselor must understand the different characteristics of children between the ages of 5 and 12 years old and can adapt the activities to different age groups and skill levels.

Responsibilities

  1. Mentorship and Guidance:
    • Serve as a positive role model and mentor for participants, promoting positive behavior and encouraging personal growth.
    • Foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where participants, feel comfortable expressing themselves and building meaningful connections.
  2. Activity Planning and Facilitation:
    • Develop and implement engaging and age-appropriate activities that promote teamwork, creativity, and skill-building.
    • Ensure a variety of activities that cater to different interests and abilities, including outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, and team sports.
  3. Life Skills Development:
    • Facilitate discussions focusing on essential life skills such as communication, problem-solving, leadership, and resilience.
    • Encourage participants, to set and achieve personal goals, fostering a sense of accomplishment and self-confidence.
  4. Environmental Education:
    • Utilize the rural setting to educate participants, about the natural environment, sustainability, and the importance of connecting with nature.
    • Organize nature walks, wildlife observation, and hands-on activities that instill a sense of environmental stewardship.
  5. Community Building:
    • Implement team-building exercises and cooperative games to strengthen the sense of community among participants.
    • Encourage children/youth to participate in community service projects, fostering a spirit of giving back to their rural surroundings.
  6. Safety and Well-being:
    • Prioritize the safety and well-being of participants, through proactive supervision and adherence to safety protocols.
    • Respond effectively to any challenges or conflicts, providing emotional support and conflict resolution as needed.

Duties

  1. To help children make new friends.
  2. To provide a variety of activities for different age groups and skill levels.
  3. To welcome diversity and uniqueness.
  4. To be a valuable team member amongst the day camp staff.
  5. To participate with the children as well as encourage participation from all children. Using a variety of methods to ensure maximum participation is achieved. (i.e.: smaller groups, more equipment, maximum use of space).
  6. To abide by Day Camp Policies and Procedures
  7. Staff will have access to confidential information and will be required to follow the Department’s Confidentiality Policy.
  8. To perform other duties as required.

Skills Required

  1. Leadership: to have the ability to organize and play age-appropriate games and activities for children ages 5 to 12 years old, in a safe environment.
  2. Communication: the ability to explain games and activities in the language that the children will understand, also using demonstrations as a communication tool.
  3. Team player: being part of and contributing to the Day Camp team. The ability to interact with a small team by building trusting relationships.
  4. Conflict management: the ability to handle conflict effectively and efficiently amongst the children as well as potential conflict amongst staff.
  5. Creativity: Having the ability to think outside the box to produce exciting and fun games that are age appropriate.
  6. Adaptability: the ability to quickly change the course of the day due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, number of participants, availability of equipment.
  7. Professional: having a professional presence while working as a member of staff for the Municipality of Argyle.

Assistant Building Official / Development Officer/ By-Law Enforcement Officer

Location: Municipality of the District of Argyle

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary scale: Commensurate with experience and certification

Deadline: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the posting will remain open until the position is filled.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

About Us

Municipality of The District of Argyle (MODA) is a thriving community in Nova Scotia committed to sustainable development and high standards of public safety and compliance. We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable individual to join our team as an Assistant Building Official/Development Officer & By-Law Officer. This multi-faceted role is integral to ensuring the orderly and lawful development of our municipality.

Position Overview:

The Assistant Building Official/Development Officer & By-Law Officer supports the Municipality’s efforts to maintain safe, compliant, and well-planned development. This role involves responsibilities in building inspection, development planning, and by-law enforcement, ensuring adherence to municipal standards and regulations. Once qualifications have been achieved roles and responsibilities will increase.

Key Responsibilities:

Building Inspections:

  • Assist the Building Official in conducting inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial properties
  • Review Building plans and specifications to ensure compliance with the National Building Code (NBC) and Nova Scotia regulations and other relevant standards.
  • Issue building permits and provide guidance to contractors, developers, and property owners regarding building code requirements and best practices.
  • Investigate complaints and conduct site visits to ensure ongoing construction projects meet all safety and regulatory standards.
  • Inspection scope will increase once qualifications are achieved.

Development Planning as a supporting role:

  • Support the Development Officer in reviewing and processing development applications, including site plans.
  • Conduct site inspections and assessment to ensure proposed developments align with the municipal planning strategies and land use-by-laws.

By-Law Enforcement:

  • Enforce municipal by-laws and regulations, including those related to property standards, zoning, noise control, and public nuisances.
  • Investigate and respond to complaints from the public regarding by-law violations, conduct inspections and take appropriate enforcement actions.
  • Educate residents, businesses, and property owners about municipal by-laws and promote voluntary compliance through outreach and communication efforts.

Qualifications:

  • Should have minimum High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred collegiate degree in a relevant field
  • Should have recently obtained a Certificated Building Official Level 1 or committed to training to obtain the certification.
  • Should have 3 to 5 years’ experience in the construction trade, either in planning or the execution of work in this field.
  • Strong knowledge of the National Building Code of Canada and Municipal by-laws.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Should have experience working in Municipal government and knowledge of municipal by-law and policies.
  • Should be eligible for appointment as a special constable.
  • Valid Nova Scotia Driver License.
  • Should have experience working with the public.
  • Bilingualism is not mandatory yet considered a significant asset to the execution of the work in the preferred language of citizens
  • Should have knowledge of computer systems such as Outlook, Microsoft 365 and appropriate software to manage data collected to execute your duties.
  • General knowledge or training in Occupational Health & Safety

Competencies:

  • Attention to Detail: Ensure all inspections and reviews are thorough and accurate.
  • Customer Service: Provide clear and helpful guidance to the public and stakeholders and demonstrate a conciliatory approach to remedy shortcomings.
  • Integrity: Uphold high ethical standards in enforcing regulations and by-laws.
  • Collaboration: Work effectively with colleagues, municipal staff, and external partners.
  • Adaptability: Respond to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Working Conditions:

  • Combination of office work and field inspections.
  • May require evening or weekend work to address urgent issues or attend meetings after regular work hours.
  • Exposure to various weather conditions during site visits and inspections.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Positive work environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

All employment opportunities within the Municipality of Argyle will be posted here as they become available. The Municipality of Argyle is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information about employment resources and job postings in the area, please contact:

Nova Scotia Works (CDENE)
Dawn Doucette - Career Practitioner

1 Slocumb Dr
Tusket, NS 
B0W 3M0 
Phone: 902-648-0573