Recreation Leader 2
Company: City of Burnaby
Location: Burnaby, BC
Salary: $31.97 per hour
Employment Type: Part-Time
Job Description
Job title: Recreation Leader 2
Company: City of Burnaby
Job description: The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver quality recreation services to our community. You will be providing recreation services for adults, children and youth in the City of Burnaby. Our goal this year, and every year is to offer high quality education and recreational programs for participants of all ages in Burnaby. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion and those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our team. People like you!This is recreation leadership work implementing a variety of social, cultural or recreational activities across the City of Burnaby, including services for children, youth, and adults; and in supervising seasonal and part-time staff, contractual instructors and volunteers engaged in related tasks. The Recreation Leader 2 prepares, leads and promotes interest in individual program plans and schedules and directs the implementation of program activities; provides leadership, coaching or instruction; assesses program results and recommends any changes. Establishes and maintains close liaison with community groups and the general public; prepares promotional material and addresses various groups relative to program offerings; provides guidance, advice and referrals as required; reviews and makes recommendations as to program offerings. The incumbent prepares and maintains records, reports, schedules, requisitions and maintains equipment and supply inventories. Enforces rules and regulations and ensures that required standards of behaviour and safety are maintained. Participates in the recruitment, training, and evaluating of part-time recreation program, auxiliary staff and contract instructors. In the absence of a supervisor, the incumbent assumes responsibility for the operation and security of a recreation facility. Performs related work as required.Qualifications include completion of a two year Community Recreation program from a recognized Community College and some related experience; St. John’s First Aid and CPR Certificates are desirable; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Sound knowledge of the recreational, social, and cultural interests and requirements and resources of the Centre. Ability to organize, coordinate, participate in and provide leadership in program activities for a variety of ages; to identify and assess recreational, cultural, and social needs and to plan, develop and evaluate programs for children and adults within the recreation facility; and to assist in coordinating and administering operations and programs for the same. Ability to recruit, instruct, evaluate and supervise part-time recreational staff and contractual instructors and to recruit, train, direct and evaluate volunteers. A valid Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required.Pay Rate: $31.97 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits.Location: Edmonds Community Centre, Cameron Recreation Complex, and Bonsor Recreation Complex.Hours of Work: As this is an auxiliary position, hours and shifts are dependent on operational requirements and are scheduled on an as needed basis. Typical shifts are 4 -8 hours in length throughout the week, Mondays to Sundays.Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers by February 5, 2025.Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to a Police Information Check.At the City of Burnaby, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve. We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.
Location: Burnaby, BC
Job date: Fri, 10 Jan 2025 02:44:41 GMT