Work on the Water
Trade the office for the South Georgian Bay. We are looking for passionate coaches, camp counselors, and boathouse staff to join our team for the upcoming season!
Work Environment
100% Outdoors at the historic Watts Boathouse
Season
Spring & Summer (May through August)
Roles
Coaching, Childcare/Camps, and Facility Maintenance
Perks
Competitive pay, club membership access, and the best office view in Collingwood.
Come Work With Us
Are you passionate about water sports, community health, and youth development? The Collingwood Paddling Club (CPC) is one of the premier outdoor recreation hubs on the South Georgian Bay, and we are always looking for energetic leaders to help us run our programs.
Working at the CPC means spending your summer outdoors, staying active, and making a tangible difference in the lives of our athletes and campers. We champion the True Sport movement, fostering an inclusive, respectful, and highly supportive work environment for all our staff. Whether your strengths are in communications, accounting, administration, marketing, operations, or another professional field, the CPC offers opportunities to apply your expertise in a meaningful environment while contributing to the success of our athletes, campers, and programs.
Current Openings
Click on any of the roles below to view the full job description and application instructions.
| Job Title | Program / Department | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Camp Counselor | Youth Paddle Camps | Seasonal (Full-Time) |
| Head Sprint Coach (U10-U14) | Competitive Racing Team | Seasonal (Full-Time) |
| Boathouse & Dock Attendant | Operations / Open Paddle | Seasonal (Part-Time) |
| Second Vice Flag Officer | Administrative | The Second Vice Flag Officer is a volunteer Director on the Collingwood Paddling Club Board. They support the Flag Officers in the leadership of the Club, assist with planning and coordination of Club activities, and step in to represent the Club when required. |
| Treasurer | Finance | The Treasurer is a volunteer Director on the Collingwood Paddling Club Board. They manage the finances of the Club, liaise with the external bookkeeper, report on the Club’s financial performance, and make recommendations to the Board of Directors. |
| Communications | Operations | The Communications Director is a volunteer Director on the Collingwood Paddling Club Board. They manage Club communications, including website updates, email newsletters, and social media, and help ensure members and the community are kept informed about Club activities and events. |
| Equipment & Facilities Director | Operations | The Equipment & Facilities Director is a volunteer Director on the Collingwood Paddling Club Board. They oversee the maintenance, repair, and organization of Club equipment and facilities, ensuring everything is safe, functional, and ready for use throughout the season. |
Working with the Collingwood Paddling Club
Sharpen Your Resume
Gain high-level governance and financial oversight experience that demonstrates executive leadership to current and future employers.
Build Your Network
Connect with other passionate community leaders and professionals, who share your commitment to a meaningful cause and experience the personal satisfaction of giving back to your community.
Drive Real Impact
Use your financial expertise to directly support and sustain programs that change lives in your community. Please send resume and cover letter to collingwoodpaddletreasurer@gmail.com
Employment FAQs
When does summer hiring usually begin?
Do you hire high school and university students?
What if I don't have my CKC Coaching Certification yet?
Don't See the Perfect Role?
We are always on the lookout for great talent. If you don’t see an open position that fits your skills, send us your resume anyway! We will keep it on file for future opportunities.