Leisure Program Supervisor - Summer Programs

at  City of Greater Sudbury

JOB DESCRIPTION

Section: Recreation Services
Division: Leisure Services
Department: Community Development
Initial Reporting Location: Tom Davies Square
Job Status: Limited Position - Summer Programs
Estimated Probable Duration: April 14, 2025 to September 5, 2025
Affiliation: Non union
Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: Some evenings and weekends may be required
Range of Pay: Group 5 - $1,659.70 to $1,955.10 bi-weekly (subject to review) - Range in effect April 1, 2025
A criminal record check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your criminal record check with your application.
Main Function: Responsible for the coordination, planning, promotion, and delivery of City of Greater Sudbury (CGS) wide leisure programs.
Characteristic Duties: Under the direction of the Manager of Recreation Services and the day-to-day direction of a Recreation Co-ordinator.
1. Select, train, supervise and discipline staff. Ensure that all staff understand and comply with CGS policies.
2. Assist with planning, promotion and delivery of leisure programs, special events and sport tournaments through direct and indirect contact and liaison with community organizations and schools.
3. Make recommendations for continuous improvement of leisure programs and training.
4. Plan and make the necessary arrangements for the in-house training courses.
5. Maintain a safe program site and follow all safety and accident prevention regulations.
6. Ensure that sufficient supplies and equipment are available.
7. Coordinate the maintenance, cleanliness, and security at all program locations. Report all damages, accidents, and incidents to the appropriate staff.
8. Coordinate and maintain accurate attendance records and program reports.
9. Prepare weekly payroll of all program staff and submit same for approval.
10. Conduct job performance appraisals, salary reviews and discipline in accordance with the respective collective bargaining agreement.
11. Evaluate and manage the job performance of employees, as required. Act as management’s representative in the grievance procedure in accordance with the respective collective bargaining agreement.
12. Provide assistance, support, and leadership to program staff. Attend and/or schedule meetings, as required.
13. Assist in the planning, implementing and evaluation of Leaders in Training (LIT) and Counsellor in Training (CIT) programs and supervise participants.
14. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
15. Perform other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education, plus successful completion of an additional one (1) to two (2) years of post-secondary education in a related discipline (e.g., Recreation, Teaching, etc.).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CPR and First Aid Certificate.

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience including overseeing recreational programming.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Best practices within areas of responsibility.

ABILITIES TO:

• Work independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with community partners and volunteers.
• Demonstrate effective communication, public relations and problem-solving skills.
• Understand and meet the needs of customers.
• Work evenings and weekends, as required.
• Demonstrate ability to supervise, train and lead staff.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• May require the use of a personal or CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.
• Provide, at own cost, a Criminal Records Check.
  Competencies: Competency Library - Level 2 Proficiency (Supervisory)
  This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.
  Development opportunity range of pay: $1,304.10 to $1,526.70 bi-weekly (subject to review) - Range in effect April 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced range until the minimum qualifications have been met.

Please refer the Job description for details