Dexterra Group is hiring a Supervisor for the Outland Youth Employment Program (OYEP), a 7-week summer contract for 2026. This is a live-in leadership role responsible for the safety, well-being, and supervision of youth participants and staff at a remote field placement. You will be the primary on-site leader, requiring adaptability, maturity, and comfort in a communal, remote camp environment.
What You'll Do
- Provide consistent, supportive supervision and guidance to staff and participants, assisting with problem-solving and daily situations.
- Maintain a safe, structured, and predictable environment for all aspects of camp operations, ensuring adherence to the program schedule.
- Serve as a final decision-maker for disciplinary situations and ensure all staff and participants understand their roles and behavioral expectations.
- Support youth development by coaching participants through workplace expectations, conflict resolution, and personal growth opportunities.
- Model professionalism, accountability, and workplace readiness for youth experiencing their first job, serving as a positive role model at all times.
- Uphold and support culturally respectful practices, working alongside community partners, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers.
- Provide active oversight and assistance in all work projects and classroom sessions to ensure safety, productivity, and learning objectives are met.
- Maintain and enforce workplace health and safety regulations, emergency response procedures, and report incidents promptly.
- Lead incident management and support emergency response as required.
- Monitor staff and Rangers’ safe operating procedures and PPE compliance.
- Ensure safe operation, supervision, and oversight of all program vehicles, boats, tools, and equipment, reporting maintenance needs promptly.
- Ensure pre-use inspections are completed and documented as required, and model safe driving and equipment use practices.
- Ensure delivery of industry certifications and support education components, including high school credit requirements where applicable.
- Promote and model healthy living behaviors, including healthy lifestyle choices, active living, and positive social interaction.
- Operate as an organized leadership team with Crew Leaders and Management-in-Training to ensure constant support in all situations.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with national management and site leadership.
- Work with Management-in-Training to develop their skills and prepare them for future Crew Leader responsibilities.
- Ensure staff and Rangers consistently meet behavioral, safety, and professional standards.
- Document and reflect on daily activities, attend evening management meetings with thoughtful insights, and submit weekly reports.
- Complete and submit daily payroll accurately and on time.
- Manage weekly activity schedules and timelines to ensure smooth program delivery.
- Represent OYEP professionally and maintain strong partner and industry relations at the site level.
What We're Looking For
- Proven leadership experience in supervisory, camp, or remote site management roles.
- Demonstrated ability to provide guidance, mentorship, and discipline in a structured environment.
- Strong commitment to health, safety, and emergency response protocols.
- Exceptional maturity, judgment, and adaptability for a live-in, communal setting.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to model professionalism and be a positive role model for youth.
- Respect for and experience working collaboratively with Indigenous communities and cultural practices.
- Experience with logistics, equipment oversight, and basic reporting/documentation.
- Valid driver's license and comfort operating or supervising the use of vehicles and equipment in remote areas.
Team & Environment
You will work directly with the Operation's Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role within a small, close-knit team responsible for a full cohort of youth and staff in a remote camp setting.
Benefits & Compensation
- Experience living out in nature.
- Ability to expand skills in a remote camp atmosphere.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Zero cost of living while working on site.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located at a remote camp site outside of Whitecourt, Alberta. This is a live-in role for the duration of the 7-week summer contract.
Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer.
