Employment Opportunities

• Animal Shelter Summer Student
• Seasonal Museum Receptionist
• March Break Camp Positions
• Museum Guide 
• Student Labourer Positions
• Summer Camp Positions
• Pilates Reformer Instructor
• Personal Trainer 
• Specialty Fitness Instructors - Strength Training
• Probationary Firefighter
• Summer Enforcement Officer
• Cooking Instructor

Applications for Current Opportunities will be kept on file for a period of 6 months.

For more PPL job postings, check out the PPL's employment opportunities page: pickeringlibrary.ca/job-opportunities/

Throughout the year, the City offers exciting opportunities to work with youth in the community in the following capacities: 

Youth Leaders

Youth Leaders are responsible for facilitating Youth Drop-In Programs, special events and Pre-Teen Socials while actively engaging with youth participants and ensuring they are provided with enjoyable, safe, and quality programs/events. To apply for a Youth Leader position,  upload your resume.

• Currently enrolled in secondary school education, or any combination of education, workplace training and experience deemed acceptable by the corporation. 
• Previous experience in working with children 13-19 years of age. 
• Volunteer experience in a camp or youth program setting would be an asset. 
• Ability to take direction and work co-operatively in a team environment with staff, youth, parents/guardians. 
• Good interpersonal, leadership and communication skills. 
• Ability to coordinate activities and motivate youth participants and volunteers. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in program instruction and working with youth 13-19 years of age. 
• Must hold current Standard First-Aid and Basic Rescuer CPR-C Certificates. 
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours sometimes on evenings and weekends and on designated statutory holidays. 
• Must be prepared to undergo a Vulnerable Sector Screening as a condition of employment. 

Volunteers

Interested in volunteering with the City of Pickering? Visit our Volunteer page.

Looking to volunteer with one of the City’s partners? Visit this page.

External Employment Resources

Durham Region Unemployment Help Center

Durham Region

Ontario Summer Jobs

John Howard Society

VPI Employment Services

• Administrative / Clerical Application Form 
• Facility Attendant Application Form (Seasonal Term, $23.47/hour)
• Labourer Application Form (Seasonal Term, $31.34/hour)

Applications for Future / Ongoing Opportunities will be kept on file for a period of 6 months.

The City provides a competitive compensation package with a focus on workplace wellness. We recognize the value of retaining quality people, and are committed to supporting you grow.

Here are some of the things we think you’ll love:

• Flexible hybrid remote work schedule for many positions
• Annual employee recognition program (Vision Awards) to highlight outstanding contributions and service
• Professional development through our Training, Development & Education Policy
• Special staff events and committees that focus on employee health and wellness, such as the Mental Wellness Committee and Pay it Forward Committee
• OMERS pension plan for qualifying staff. OMERS is one of the largest defined benefit pension plans in Canada.
• Reimbursement of Professional Membership fees
• Apprenticeships, internships, co-op placements