CLOSING DATE: July 18, 2025
Land Acknowledgement
George Brown College is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other.
Equity Statement
George Brown College is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment. We encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Athletic Centre Assistant aids in the operation of the George Brown College Athletic Centre by providing support to the Athletic Facilities Coordinator and Manager, Athletics & Recreation. This position delivers front line service for students, staff, alumni, and community members using the facility.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a high school Diploma. A Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in Recreation and Leisure or Sports Management is considered an asset.
• Two (2) years of experience in a community centre or athletic centre setting required.
• Supervisory experience in customer service setting; community centre or athletic centre setting an asset.
• Must have Standard First Aid and CPR certification.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Sound conflict management skills and ability to deal calmly with angry or upset individuals.
• High level of customer service skills, including problem-solving and capacity to exercise good judgment and initiative.
• Can participate effectively within a team and has a high understanding of diversity and equity issues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and proficient in MS Office.
• Valid Ontario non-probationary Class G driver’s license is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated collaboration and interpersonal skills at a professional level.
• Demonstrated commitment to uphold the College’s priorities on diversity and equity.

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• Assists with the delivery of high-quality George Brown College Athletics & Recreation programs to students, staff, and community members.
• Monitors access into the facility by registering and verifying memberships, dispenses equipment, administers lockers.
• Interacts with customers to ensure recreational programming meets customer expectations and service standards; includes answering general facility inquiries, leading orientation groups, providing facility tours.
• Performs final rounds and lock-up of facility, according to standard operating procedure.
• Provides recreational, varsity, & rental set-up and take-down services while maintaining a safe and clean facility.
• Maintains inventory of various supplies and equipment and reports general maintenance requirements to Coordinator.
• In absence of the Coordinator, assumes a lead role in maintaining the general operations of the facility ensuring workflow and appropriate coverage, acting as a primary point of contact in emergency situations, and reporting all action taken to the Coordinator.
• Assists Coordinator and Manager with student-staff oversight, task assignments, scheduling, reporting disciplinary issues, and evaluation of staff training needs.
• Other related duties as assigned.