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London, Ontario is a growing and vibrant city. Our municipality is home to almost 500,000 residents, and welcomes all to live, work and play. Our employees take pride in working for a well-run city that offers exceptional amenities, services and programs for our residents. Londoners love our urban trails, outdoor parks and events, recreation programs and our thriving arts, music and culture scene! 

The City of London has implemented the Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression (ARAO) division with the mandate to create and sustain action-focused, positive, and lasting systemic change in the City of London so that race or membership in an equity-denied group does not predict one’s access to opportunities or ability to engage whole heartedly in the London community.   To learn more about The City of London’s commitment to Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression, visit the ARAO website.

The City of London wants you to #JOIN THE TEAM. Visit our career webpage to learn more about London and the Top Reasons to work for the City of London. 

Title:  Storybook Gardens Volunteer

Job Close Date: 

File Number:

 2183 Employee Group: Not Applicable

Service Area:

 Neighbourhood and Community-Wide Services Division: Recreation and Sport

​Job Type:

 Volunteer # of Openings:

25

 

 

 

To apply for this position, email your resume to:  Storybookmail@london.ca

 

 

 

Storybook Gardens is looking for enthusiastic individuals who would be interested in volunteering with us throughout the summer months. These volunteers will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our visitors by providing a safe, courteous, and memorable experience. Learn more by visiting www.storybook.london.ca
 

Role: Under the direction of the Supervisor, Recreation Services, volunteers will support different attractions and may assist with facilitating interactive activities to enhance the guest experience at Storybook Gardens. This volunteer role is a part of a team that provides an excellent experience for children and their families.
Volunteer Responsibilities:
  • Work as part of a team to tidy program activity areas to ensure a clean and safe program activity area.
  • Assist in the delivery of interactive activities with children and families.
  • Support attractions during busy times i.e. line control – ensuring safety rules are enforced and handing out materials etc.
  • Help provide directions to guests as required.
  • Attend Volunteer orientation and training as required.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Experience working with children
  • Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) (Prior to the start of the position)
 
Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to demonstrate good communication skills, high energy and enthusiasm 
  • Comfortable working outdoors in hot weather.
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Must be comfortable working with children in a busy outdoor setting.
Storybook Gardens is open 7 days a week with varying hours. Volunteer shifts will typically occur from 10:00am-3:00pm but may extend into the evenings.
 
To apply for this position, email your resume to:  Storybookmail@london.ca

 

 

 

As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process.  Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need. 

Phone: 519-661-4930, TTY: 519-661-4889, Email: mycareer@london.ca. 


 

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