Recreation Programmer

City of Brooks • Brooks, AB

10d • CA$25 - CA$27 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Brooks is a welcoming and inclusive community in Alberta, known for its cultural diversity and numerous recreational opportunities. They are seeking a Recreation Programmer to assist the Recreation Program Coordinator in the daily implementation of programs. This role involves overseeing a diverse range of programs, services, activities, and special events for children, youth, and adults. A key responsibility will be leading the planning and delivery of the summer day camp program, including budget development, program design, registrations, marketing, staff scheduling, and direct youth leadership.

Requirements

• Completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Standard First Aid and CPR certification to be obtained within one (1) year of commencing employment.
• WHMIS Certificate; to be obtained within one (1) year of commencing employment.
• Class 5 Drivers’ License.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and manage own workload including the ability to tolerate frequent interruptions and still meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to work under limited supervision.
• Strong leadership and supervisor skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding department and municipal matters.
• Subject to a criminal records check and vulnerable sector check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in community-based programming an asset.
• Experience using Intelli recreation management software is an asset.
• Coaching or leadership training and experience, desirable.

Responsibilities

• Makes recommendations for program improvements to fill identified needs.
• Maintains ongoing communication with community members, user groups and program participants to ensure participant expectations are understood and met.
• Assists the Recreation Program Coordinator to ensure recreation programming information is marketed and made available to the Region.
• Assists the Recreation Program Coordinator in evaluating the effectiveness of existing programs and recommends changes as required.
• Plans, coordinates, delivers, markets and facilitates Summer Day Camps over an 8-week period. This includes preparing daily and weekly activity schedules and lead (when required) a variety of crafts, games, sports, storytelling, sport and recreation activities.
• Assists in the long-range planning and budgeting for areas of responsibility.
• Assists with the planning, coordination, marketing and implementation of other activities and programs including, but not limited to, U5 Soccer, Fitness Orientations, Youth Nights, and Adult Recreation Leagues & Clubs.
• Assists with special event planning coordination and implementation, including Family Day, Canada Day, tournaments and others.
• Works shift work and weekends as per the operational schedule of the department.
• Gathers sponsorships and fundraising and general donations for programs and events.
• Provides leadership and supervision to program participants of all ages.
• Completes evaluations regarding programs and provides recommendations for future programs and/or reports as required.
• Supervises, leads and participates fully in programming activities as required.
• Assists with and facilitates in regional programs and competitions.
• Supervises summer, casual employees, and volunteers.
• Monitors the use of equipment and facilities to ensure they are being used properly, responds to, or forwards on, complaints/conflicts/issues that arise.
• Records information on and reports regarding community programs, numbers of participants, equipment and facility use.
• Ensures that all programs and activities are implemented according to relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Participation in gym memberships.
• Educational opportunities.
• Free family membership to the JBS Canada Centre during their term of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED