The Recreation Division is seeking a skilled and organized Programmer I - School Age to support school age recreation programming at Gordon Head Recreation Centre. This casual position is well suited to an individual with strong program planning and staff supervision experience who can help deliver engaging, responsive recreation programs for school-age participants.
In this role, you will plan, implement and evaluate recreation programs and services; recruit, orient, train, supervise and evaluate program leadership staff; coordinate programs, facilities and staff schedules; assess community and participant needs; support marketing and promotional activities; prepare and monitor program budgets and routine purchases; and provide leadership in customer service and public relations. You will also help ensure effective use of public resources and support the overall delivery of the School Age program area.
Requirements include a two-year post-secondary diploma in recreation, leisure studies or a related field; two years of experience in program planning and staff supervision; and program specialty certification where required. A valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence and Occupational First Aid Level II may be required. Employment is subject to provision of a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) check no older than six months, with renewal required as per policy. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The successful candidate This position is for up to four months or until the return of the incumbent, whichever occurs first and will work varying shifts, primarily Monday to Friday, with evening and weekend shifts as required, and may work up to 25 hours per week. Hours and shifts are subject to change based on operational needs. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted.