Responsibilities:

• Assisting in program planning and implementation of recreational sport programs, ice skating lessons, special events and day camps for children and youth (ages 6-15)
• Supporting development of programs and services including researching trends to ensure delivery of leading edge programming
• Assisting in the financial accountability including budget development, short and long term goal planning and financial management of your area’s of responsibility
• Recruiting, hiring and supervising staff and volunteers
• Developing and implementing in-depth training programs for staff and volunteers
• Completing of administrative tasks including scheduling, data entry, filing, and program administration
• Maintaining the safety of program areas, equipment, and supplies
• Ensuring safety protocols are followed for staff and users of the facility
• Participating in the department seasonal and annual safety inspections, including updating WHMIS information and Safe Work Procedures
• Managing participant behaviours in programs in collaboration with front line leaders
• Instruction of programs as needed
• Evaluation of programs both in-person and through surveys
• Returning all Customer Service inquiries within 24 hours
• Taking on a supervisory role within the Children & Youth department to provide coverage, staff supervision and team collaboration when required

Qualifications:

• Current Alberta Approved First Aid training agency - CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid
• Minimum of 3 (three) years of recreation program or day camp leadership experience
• Minimum 2 (two) years of supervisory experience required
• Post-secondary education in a related field
• High 5 is considered an asset
• NCCP considered an asset
• Perfect Mind Software knowledge is considered an asset
• Valid Vulnerable Sector Search required

Skills Required:

• Ability to work in a large team environment
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lead large groups
• Ability to deal with multiple tasks at a time
• Good customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Current working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Office 365
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills

Physical/Psychological Demands:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced noisy environment
• Ability to work inside as well as outside when required
• Ability to lift 20-25 lbs on a daily basis
• The successful candidate must hold high ethical standards as they are working with a vulnerable population and has access to confidential information

Employment Term:

This is a year-round, full-time position, reporting to the Children Program & Camps Supervisor. This position will work approximately 37.5 hours/week on evening and weekends from Tuesday-Saturday.

• Remote working not available for this position

This posting will close once a suitable candidate can be found.

Experience

Preferred

• 3 year(s): Daycamp/Recreation Program Leadership

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• CSA Standard Z1210-17 IFA
• High 5