Summer Library Program Facilitator

The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.

The County of Grande Prairie Community Libraries are seeking a Summer Library Program Facilitator. The Facilitator’s role is to develop and run recreation and learning based summer programs for children and teens at the community libraries in Elmworth, Hythe, La Glace, and Valhalla.

This position reports to the Director, Library Services and is based at the Hythe Community Library. Occasional evening and weekend shifts may be required.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Plan and implement summer programs for children and youth in cooperation with the Library Director and Library Coordinators
• Promote summer programs and recruit participants and volunteers in each community
• Supervise program participants and volunteers, promoting learning, well-being, and fun
• Prepare for and lead activities, games, and crafts in person
• Apply minimal first aid to injured participants as necessary
• Responsible for documentation of all incidents and accidents on the provided forms and immediately inform the Library Director
• Ensure open communication with participants, parents, and staff. Must respond to parent and participant questions and concerns
• Acquire supplies needed for the Summer Library Program within a set budget
• Ensure that all activities, or events, are scheduled and documented in a timely and organized manner
• Proper set up and take-down of daily activities at various locations
• Track program attendance and submit to the Library Director
• Assist the Library Coordinators with other tasks, as needed

The ideal candidate will be a lifelong learner who is enthusiastic, independent, creative, well-read, and enjoys working with children and teens.

• Experience working with groups of children
• Previous leadership experience
• Valid class 5 license with an acceptable driver’s abstract
• Reliable vehicle to be used for work purposes
• Knowledge of library policies, procedures, methods, ethics, and professional standards
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and organize appropriate daily activities
• Ability to work independently and as part of the Library Services team.
• CPR/First Aid with AED

Successful candidates will be required to submit a Criminal Records Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of their employment.

Term Length: This position works Monday to Friday for 35 hours per week from May 4 – August 28, 2026

Closing date: This posting will close on February 24, 2026.

Pay rate:  $29.27 - $34.43

As part of the County of Grande Prairie’s commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, we encourage and support a scent-free environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. We do not accept applications sent via email.

The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs.

• This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position
• This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.

Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.