Careers

An excellent career opportunity, to help build on the strengths of a great team, awaits you in the Town of Huntsville. An excellent seasonal opportunity awaits you in the Town of Huntsville. If you want to work in a community in one of the most beautiful natural settings in Canada that offers a great quality of life with all the amenities, this job is for you! Located in Ontario's cottage country, Huntsville has a vibrant downtown and offers many cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities.

We are looking for the following seasonal position, with potential for extension at Muskoka Heritage Place.

Reporting to the Manager of Muskoka Heritage Place, the Culture & Heritage Program Coordinator is responsible for the overall creation, delivery, implementation, evaluation, and administration of culture and heritage and educational programs and special events to ensure continual optimization of the Community Services Department and that support Community Services and MHP’s strategic priorities and goals.

In this role you will ensure quality of service through creative planning, ongoing evaluation and problem solving. This position will lead special projects relevant to programming, support the Collections Coordinator with in-house and travelling exhibitions, and seek out grant opportunities as necessary to fund these projects.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

The ideal candidate will possess or be pursuing a diploma in Arts Administration, Cultural Management/Planning, Event Management, Museum Studies, Education, Cultural Studies, or a related field. A minimum of two years of demonstrated experience in cultural and/or heritage programming, community development, event planning, administration, leadership, and service delivery. Strong communication, facilitation, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential, as is a general knowledge of relevant standards, regulations, and legislation. A valid Class “G” driver’s is necessary. Experience with facility booking software programs, such as PerfectMind, and certifications in First Aid, CPR, Smart Serve and Food Handlers are considered assets.

The above description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

The salary range for this position is $69,651.40 - $76,785.80 based on a 35-hour work week. The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodation throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume to the undersigned by February 14, 2025 at 4:00pm.

 We appreciate all applications, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information contained in your resume is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used strictly for employment assessment purposes. The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace.

The Town of Huntsville has an opening for a Summer Student - Operations and Engineering. We are seeking an Engineering student to assist with various aspects of the Roads/Infrastructure capital projects, roads maintenance operations, and development activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem solving while working on various tasks related to road and infrastructure projects.

This role reports directly to our Engineering Technicians. The successful candidate will be enrolled in a  post-secondary school, have some knowledge of civil engineering, and have a Class G drivers licence. In addition, the candidate must follow and adhere to all Town of Huntsville Health and Safety policies and comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and must wear personal protective equipment as it relates to the function performed each day.

This is a summer seasonal position working 40 hours per week with an hourly wage ranging from $16.55 to $18.51.

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodation throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume to the undersigned no later than February 7, 2025 .

We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace. Personal information submitted will be used for the purposes of this competition only, in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace.

We are looking to fill the role of Lead Hand Facilities to complement our Community Services Division. Under the general direction of the Maintenance Manager the Lead Hand Facilities will oversee the day-to-day cleaning, disinfection, minor maintenance and general upkeep of the Canada Summit Centre, Huntsville Civic Centre, Community Halls, and other select municipal buildings as deemed necessary. This will include the performance of the actual cleaning and disinfection, as well as assigning and supervising facility staff in the performance of these tasks and meeting with contractors.

Your success in this role is dependent on your ability to work effectively under limited supervision and exercise sound independent action and judgment with staff, customer groups, contractors and the public. You will have working knowledge of custodial services within a recreational facility including the ability to operate the associated equipment with the knowledge of materials, principles, practices, methods, and procedures used in custodial and maintenance services. TSSA Refrigeration Operator Class B and completion of certified pool operator’s course would be an asset. Knowledge of general pool operations and its chemistry with 1-3 years of experience in a municipally managed arena/recreation center preferred. Additional background in HVAC operations and building automation systems an asset.

Applicants should have a secondary school diploma and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a custodial or maintenance role, preferably within a municipal facility with arena and pool operations. Preference will be given to candidates with at least two (2) years of supervisory experience, including scheduling, task assignment, leading teams of 10 or more, performance management, and developing standard operating procedures. Strong proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office is essential. This position also requires a valid Class G Driver’s License and the ability to provide a satisfactory Criminal Police Background Check.

The hourly rate range for the position is $38.27 to $42.19 based on a 40-hour per week shift schedule that will include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The schedule will be 8 hours per day, the hours of work will vary and will be primarily evening shifts from 1:30pm to 10pm including working Saturday and Sunday. Days off will be during the weekdays.  A comprehensive benefits package is also included.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume.

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to the undersigned. by January 29 @ NOON

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. We appreciate all applications, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information contained in your resume is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used strictly for employment assessment purposes. The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace.

An excellent career opportunity, to help build on the strengths of a great team, awaits you in the Town of Huntsville. An excellent seasonal opportunity awaits you in the Town of Huntsville. If you want to work in a community in one of the most beautiful natural settings in Canada that offers a great quality of life with all the amenities, this job is for you! Located in Ontario's cottage country, Huntsville has a vibrant downtown and offers many cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities.

We are looking for the following seasonal position, with potential for extension at Muskoka Heritage Place.

Reporting to the Manager of Muskoka Heritage Place, the Culture & Heritage Program Coordinator is responsible for the overall creation, delivery, implementation, evaluation, and administration of culture and heritage and educational programs and special events to ensure continual optimization of the Community Services Department and that support Community Services and MHP’s strategic priorities and goals.

In this role you will ensure quality of service through creative planning, ongoing evaluation and problem solving. This position will lead special projects relevant to programming, support the Collections Coordinator with in-house and travelling exhibitions, and seek out grant opportunities as necessary to fund these projects.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

The ideal candidate will possess or be pursuing a diploma in Arts Administration, Cultural Management/Planning, Event Management, Museum Studies, Education, Cultural Studies, or a related field. A minimum of two years of demonstrated experience in cultural and/or heritage programming, community development, event planning, administration, leadership, and service delivery. Strong communication, facilitation, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential, as is a general knowledge of relevant standards, regulations, and legislation. A valid Class “G” driver’s is necessary. Experience with facility booking software programs, such as PerfectMind, and certifications in First Aid, CPR, Smart Serve and Food Handlers are considered assets.

The above description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

The salary range for this position is $69,651.40 - $76,785.80 based on a 35-hour work week. The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodation throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume to the undersigned by February 14, 2025 at 4:00pm.

We appreciate all applications, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information contained in your resume is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used strictly for employment assessment purposes. The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace. 

• Day Camp Supervisor, Inclusion Counsellor, Counsellor, Canoe Counsellor, and Junior Counsellor

An excellent seasonal opportunity awaits you at the Town of Huntsville. If you want to work in a community that is set in one of the most beautiful natural settings in Canada and offers a great quality of life with all the amenities, this is the job for you!  Located in Ontario’s cottage country, the Town of Huntsville is the largest community in the District Municipality of Muskoka and in proximity to the west side of Algonquin Park. Within this exciting setting, the Town of Huntsville has a vibrant downtown and offers many cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities.

The Town of Huntsville is looking for enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative individuals to work as Day Camp Supervisors, Inclusion Counsellors, Counsellors, Canoe Counsellors and Junior Counsellors in our exciting day camp program for the summer months of July and August! Reporting directly to the Program Coordinator, Community Services Division, the summer camp staff will facilitate the Summer Day Camps to campers ages 4-12 in accordance to the policies and procedures established by the Town of Huntsville. Prescribed programs have been created with a focus on recreation, traditional camp activities, arts and crafts, sports and games. Duties include; planning, participating and supervising children and children’s activities, to provide for the necessary care for each child, providing suggestions for program enhancement, to obtain and develop learning materials/resources, completion of time sheets and any training and attendance at staff meetings.  

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with children (ages 4 -12) and will understand a variety of sports, cooperative games, arts/crafts and summer camp fun.

Relevant Qualifications include:

• Standard First Aid and CPR. 
• High Five – PHCD is an asset. 
• NLS certification is also an asset.

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. When applying, please clearly state which day position you are applying for. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume, no later than 4:00 p.m. Friday February 28, 2025 to:

The Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace. Personal information submitted will be used for the purposes of this competition only, in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is located two hours north of Toronto in beautiful Muskoka cottage country.  Huntsville, with a population approaching 20,000, is the largest community in the District of Muskoka and is a vibrant and dynamic community in which to live, work and play.

Reporting through the Manager of Parks and Cemeteries, and the Lead Hands of Parks and Horticulture the Parks/Cemeteries Maintenance position will ensure the proper care of the Town of Huntsville parks and cemetery system including such duties as; operation of fleet vehicles-truck and trailer, grass cutting, assisting with burials, sports field maintenance, washroom cleaning, flower bed watering and maintenance, debris pick up, special events set up and other duties as assigned.    

Ideally, the successful candidate will have completed high school.  Must possess excellent customer service, be willing to perform various duties in a range of weather conditions and must have a valid Class G driver’s licence.

The hourly rate for this position is $20.41.

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodation throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.  Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume to the undersigned. This competition will remain open until the positions have been filled.

We appreciate all applications, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information contained in your resume is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used strictly for employment assessment purposes. The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace. 

The Town of Huntsville is a scenic tourist-based community located in Muskoka cottage country.  Huntsville, with a population approaching 20,000, is the largest community in the District of Muskoka and is a vibrant and dynamic community in which to live, work and play.

The Town of Huntsville is looking for enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative individuals to work at our Muskoka Museum, Pioneer Village, and Steam Museum for the 2024 season – May to October! We’re also looking for individuals for the summer months of July and August! Reporting directly to the Manager, Muskoka Heritage Place, the Narrator’s main responsibility is to relay historical information to visitors in a factual, authentic, educational, and entertaining manner. This information may be relayed by recital, by re-enacting historical activities by way of demonstration and by physically involving the visitor by “hands-on” activity.

Ideally, the successful candidate will have thorough knowledge of local history and be able to learn the main site storylines as provided by the Muskoka Heritage Place Narrator’s manual. You must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to work effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of personality types.

The hourly rate for this position is $18.20. Work schedules may vary to accommodate operational needs, which may require you to work weekend and statutory holiday shifts.

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume to the undersigned by March 7, 2025 @ 4 pm.

We appreciate all applications, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information contained in your resume is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used strictly for employment assessment purposes. The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace. 

The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is located two hours north of Toronto in beautiful Muskoka cottage country.  Huntsville, with a population approaching 20,000, is the largest community in the District of Muskoka and is a vibrant and dynamic community in which to live, work and play.

Reporting through the Lead Hands of Parks and Horticulture, the Locks Attendant position will perform various tasks related to the operation and care of the Brunel boat lift lock.  This includes the actual operation of the manual boat lift lock devices and cleaning/maintenance of grounds – litter picking, turf care, watering and cultivating annual and perennial displays.

Ideally, the successful candidate will have completed high school.  Must possess excellent customer service, cash handling experience and be willing to perform various duties in a range of weather conditions and must have a valid Class G driver’s license.

The hourly rate for this position is $18.51

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation we will work with you to meet your needs. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume to the undersigned and the position will remain open until filled.

We appreciate all applications, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information contained in your resume is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used strictly for employment assessment purposes. The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace. 

An excellent career opportunity, to help build on the strengths of a great team, awaits you in the Town of Huntsville. If you want to work in a community in one of the most beautiful natural settings in Canada that offers a great quality of life with all the amenities, this is the job for you!  Located in Ontario’s cottage country, the Town of Huntsville is the largest community in the District Municipality of Muskoka on the west side of Algonquin Park. Within this exciting setting, the Town of Huntsville has a vibrant downtown and offers many cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities.

We are looking for the following temporary position to cover a leave for up to 6 months in our Marketing Department.

Communications Coordinator

Reporting to the Manager of Marketing and Communication, the Communications Coordinator will develop strategic communications for the corporation (Town of Huntsville, Muskoka Heritage Place and the Algonquin Theatre) as well as develop and implement the corporate Communication Plan. This includes development of media releases, speeches, key messages, content strategies, website content and marketing material. The Communication Coordinator demonstrates excellence in project management and is a subject matter expert with an interest in new and emerging corporate communication tools, techniques, and strategies.

In collaboration with the Manager of Marketing and Communication, you will provide advice and guidance for critical communications to staff, the Senior Leadership Team and Council, and act as a media liaison for the Town and provide media relations support.

The Communication Coordinator is responsible for managing Town community engagement projects as well as social media channels in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree or 3-year community college diploma in public relations, communications, or a related discipline.
• Minimum three (3) years previous related experience including working with media and public relations with a demonstrated ability to develop communication products in print, web-based and multi-media.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills along with strong interpersonal and consultative skills.
• Knowledge of Council and municipal government processes is an asset.
• Well developed Media Relations skills is an asset
• Enjoys a fast-paced environment and working with an exceptional team dedicated to serving the community

• A valid Class G driver’s licence is also required. 

The salary range for this position is $69,651.40 to $76,785.80 based on a 35-hour work week. Ability to work in an office full time, with a flexible schedule and hybrid remote work option available.

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume to the undersigned by January 3 @ 4:00 pm.

We appreciate all applications, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information contained in your resume is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used strictly for employment assessment purposes. The Corporation of the Town of Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity in the workplace.