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Student Employment

Our summer student application system is open until May 31, 2025!

We offer a variety of summer employment opportunities for students aged 14 to 24 who are enrolled in school or returning to school in the fall.

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We're committed to providing valuable work experience for local students, close to home. Our student positions are designed to provide leadership experience setting a foundation for future growth. With a focus on excellence, Haldimand County offers an outstanding place to work and live.

A summer job with Haldimand offers you many great benefits:

  • Gain experience for future full-time employment
  • Start contributing to a defined benefit pension plan (OMERS)
  • Enjoy a perks and discounts program
  • Make new friends and grow your network
  • Make a difference in your community
  • Gain leadership skills
  • Enjoy a safe and friendly work culture
  • Learn about municipal government
  • Build skills related to your learning goals

How to apply

Student employment applications for 2025 open on December 13, 2024. The application deadline varies by job with closing dates on January 31, February 28, and March 31, 2025. Refer to the specific job information to confirm the deadline.

The application system will remain open until May 31, 2025. Applications received after a job’s noted deadline will only be considered if the position is still available after the initial round of hiring.

You must complete the entire application to be considered for a position. Partial applications will not be accepted.

Accommodations are available at any stage of the hiring process to ensure a barrier-free experience. If you require accommodation, contact us at careers@haldimandcounty.ca.


Application and hiring process

  1. Make sure your cover letter and resume are up-to-date and saved as a single document in PDF format.
  2. Submit an online application by the noted deadline date. You can apply for more than one position on a single application.
  3. Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with an applicant number.
  4. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by Haldimand County.

Our human resources division cannot provide updates on the status of your application once submitted. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  


Opportunities for high school students

The below jobs require applicants to be enrolled in secondary school with plans to return to school in the fall, at minimum.

Aquatic Instructor/Lifeguard

Number of vacancies: 35
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning mid-June

The Aquatic Instructor/Lifeguard is responsible for delivering high-quality and enjoyable swimming lessons and maintaining the safety of all swimmers.

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $18.92 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – National Lifeguard (NL), Lifesaving Instructor “Bronze Family,” Lifesaving Swim Instructor, Standard First Aid, and Aquatic Supervisor training for Acting Aquatic Coordinators (AACs)

Apply by: January 31 - No longer accepting applications

Assistant Lifeguard

Number of vacancies: 17
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning mid-June  

The Assistant Lifeguard is responsible for pool entry and exit, keeping accurate attendance records, general cleaning duties, and providing assistance with lifeguarding and instruction based on qualifications.

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $17.20 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – National Lifeguard (NL) or Bronze Cross, Wading Pool Operator (Dunnville only), and Standard First Aid/CPR-C

Apply by: January 31 - No longer accepting applications

Recreation Camp Counsellor

Number of vacancies: 35
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning late June

The Camp Counsellor is responsible for the supervision and safety of campers, and for delivering fun, engaging activities that promote healthy child development.  

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $17.20 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – Current Standard First Aid, High Five Principles of Healthy Development (PHCD), and Lifesaving Society Safeguard (not required for March Break)

Apply by: January 31 - No longer accepting applications

Recreation Camp Lead

Number of vacancies: 8
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning mid-June

The Camp Lead is responsible for overseeing the care, supervision and safety of campers, and acts as a liaison between camp staff, parents, campers, and Haldimand County staff.

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $18.92 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school or post-secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – Current Standard First Aid, High Five Principles of Healthy Development (PHCD), and Lifesaving Society Safeguard

Apply by: January 31  - Still accepting applications

Read the full Camp Lead job description (PDF).

Inclusion Counsellor

Number of vacancies: 6
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning mid-June

The Inclusion Counsellor is responsible for supporting the care, supervision and safety of campers with additional needs, and delivering enjoyable and inclusive activities to their assigned camper(s).

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $18.92 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school or post-secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – Current Standard First Aid, High Five Principles of Healthy Development (PHCD), and Lifesaving Society Safeguard (not required for March Break)

Apply by: January 31 - No longer accepting applications


Opportunities for post-secondary students

The below jobs are open to post-secondary students with plans to return to school in the fall.

Aquatic Coordinator, Recreation Programs

Number of vacancies: 4
Job duration: Approximately 4 months beginning in late April

The Aquatic Coordinator is responsible for training, scheduling and monitoring staff while coordinating and delivering aquatic programs, and ensuring the safety of staff and swimmers at our pools.   

  • Wage - $23.22 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in post-secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – Aquatic Supervisory (AS), National Lifeguard (NL), Lifesaving Swim Instructor, Lifesaving Instructor “Bronze Family,” and Standard First Aid

Apply by: January 31 - No longer accepting applications

Camp Coordinator, Recreation Programs

Number of vacancies: 5
Job duration: Approximately 4 months beginning in late April

The Camp Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the planning, coordination, and delivery of child and youth programs, the organizing, training, and overseeing of program staff, and acting as a liaison between camp staff and supervisors.    

  • Wage - $23.22 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in post-secondary school and returning in the fall

Apply by: January 31 - No longer accepting applications

Aquatic Instructor/Lifeguard

Number of vacancies: 35
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning mid-June

The Aquatic Instructor/Lifeguard is responsible for delivering high-quality and enjoyable swimming lessons and maintaining the safety of all swimmers.

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $18.92 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – National Lifeguard (NL), Lifesaving Instructor “Bronze Family,” Lifesaving Swim Instructor, Standard First Aid, and Aquatic Supervisor training for Acting Aquatic Coordinators (AACs)

Apply by: January 31 - No longer accepting applications

Assistant Lifeguard

Number of vacancies: 17
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning mid-June  

The Assistant Lifeguard is responsible for pool entry and exit, keeping accurate attendance records, general cleaning duties, and providing assistance with lifeguarding and instruction based on qualifications.

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $17.20 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – National Lifeguard (NL) or Bronze Cross, Wading Pool Operator (Dunnville only), and Standard First Aid/CPR-C

Apply by: January 31 - No longer accepting applications

Recreation Camp Counsellor

Number of vacancies: 35
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning late June

The Camp Counsellor is responsible for the supervision and safety of campers, and for delivering fun, engaging activities that promote healthy child development.  

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $17.20 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – Current Standard First Aid, High Five Principles of Healthy Development (PHCD), and Lifesaving Society Safeguard (not required for March Break)

Apply by: January 31 - No longer accepting applications

Recreation Camp Lead

Number of vacancies: 8
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning mid-June

The Camp Lead is responsible for overseeing the care, supervision and safety of campers, and acts as a liaison between camp staff, parents, campers, and Haldimand County staff.

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $18.92 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school or post-secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – Current Standard First Aid, High Five Principles of Healthy Development (PHCD), and Lifesaving Society Safeguard

Apply by: January 31  - Still accepting applications

Read the full Camp Lead job description (PDF).

Inclusion Counsellor

Number of vacancies: 6
Job duration: Approximately 3 months beginning mid-June

The Inclusion Counsellor is responsible for supporting the care, supervision and safety of campers with additional needs, and delivering enjoyable and inclusive activities to their assigned camper(s).

  • Minimum age required – 15 years old
  • Wage - $18.92 per hour
  • Minimum education required – enrolled in secondary school or post-secondary school and returning in the fall
  • Additional certifications required – Current Standard First Aid, High Five Principles of Healthy Development (PHCD), and Lifesaving Society Safeguard (not required for March Break)

Apply by: January 31 - Still accepting applications

Read the full Inclusion Counsellor job description (PDF).

For more information, or help with the application process, contact our HR team.

Contact Us

Recruitment
53 Thorburn Street South
Cayuga, Ontario
Canada, N0A 1E0

Email Recruitment
Phone: 905-318-5932

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