Programmer II - Child and Youth Services

Job summary

Lead the planning, delivery, promotion, and evaluation of recreation and community programs for children and youth, including overseeing an assigned program area and supervising staff. Assess community needs, build partnerships, coordinate facilities and resources, manage program revenues and expenditures, and recommend service improvements.

Job details

The District of Saanich's Parks, Recreation and Community Services department is seeking a team player to help drive our mission of Healthy Nature, Healthy People, and Healthy Community, while supporting our vision: a Saanich where everyone belongs. You’ll work within a team where service excellence, learning and sharing, and feedback and accountability are highly valued, and where communication, trust, respect, and positivity form the foundation for everything we do. The Community Services Division is seeking an experienced Programmer II – Child and Youth Services to lead the development, delivery and evaluation of recreation and community-based programs for children and youth. The successful candidate will oversee an assigned program area, guide staff, build community partnerships and help ensure programs respond to community needs. The Programmer II provides leadership in program planning, scheduling, promotion and evaluation; recruits, trains and supervises programming and instructional staff; and coordinates facilities and program resources. Responsibilities also include community and participant needs assessments, developing partnerships with community organizations and social service agencies, contributing to strategic initiatives, and managing assigned program revenues and expenditures. The role supports efficient use of public resources and provides recommendations for service improvements. Requirements include a university degree in Recreation, Leisure Studies or a related field, three years of experience in recreation programming. Program specialty certification is required where applicable, and a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence may be required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) dated within the last six months, with renewal as required by policy. The successful candidate will work varying hours based on Community Services program needs. As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted. This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $54.10 per hour (2026 rate) plus an excellent benefits package. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by October 18, 2026 at 11:45 p.m., quoting competition 26247. The District of Saanich is proud to once again be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. As an inclusive, supportive, and high performing organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We aim to attract and retain passionate, skilled individuals from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact accessibilityHR@saanich.ca in confidence. We are here to support your full participation.

What you’ll do

Lead the planning, delivery, promotion, and evaluation of recreation and community programs for children and youth, including overseeing an assigned program area and supervising staff. Assess community needs, build partnerships, coordinate facilities and resources, manage program revenues and expenditures, and recommend service improvements.

Requirements

A university degree in Recreation, Leisure Studies, or a related field and three years of recreation programming experience are required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Program specialty certification is required where applicable, a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence may be required, and employment is conditional on a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector.

Benefits

• Benefits Package

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• scheduling · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Recreation Program Planning
• Program Delivery
• Program Evaluation
• Staff Recruitment
• Staff Training
• Staff Supervision
• Community Partnerships
• Community Needs Assessment
• Scheduling
• Program Promotion
• Facility Coordination
• Resource Management
• Budget Management
• Strategic Planning
• Service Improvement
• Communication

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector

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