Recreation Leader 2

at  City of Burnaby

Competition No: 2024-397
Duration: Regular Part Time
Salary: $31.97 – 33.25 – 34.63 – 36.08 – 37.58/hour
Schedule:
Special Notes: Normal for CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement
Last Updated: 10/21/24
The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!
This is recreation leadership work in the organization and implementation of a variety of social, cultural or recreational activities within a designated area involving, a specific recreational field or a multi-purpose recreation facility including services for senior citizens 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, activity reports, schedules, requisitions and maintains equipment and supply inventories. Enforces rules and regulations and ensures that required standards of behaviour and safety are maintained. The Recreation Leader 2 may be required to identify and assess facility needs and to plan, develop, coordinate and evaluate a variety of programs and activities for a specific area within a recreation facility. Participates in the recruitment of and gives guidance and instruction to part-time recreation program and auxiliary staff and contract instructors including training, directing and evaluating volunteers. 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 recreational, social, and cultural program activities; to identify, assess, plan, develop and evaluate programs for a specific area within the facility, along with the ability assist in coordinating and administering operations and programs. Additionally, the ability to prepare and maintain records, reports and promotional material related to the work. A valid Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required. Please note that a Police Information Check may be required for this position.
Schedule: 56 hours bi-weekly (0.80 FTE); Monday to Wednesday from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Thursday from 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Please apply online by October 30, 2024.
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.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.
Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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