Recreation Worker - Community Recreation Leader
Top Benefits
About the role
As the largest city in the Fraser Valley, the City of Abbotsford serves 166,000 residents, nestled on the unceded traditional and ancestral territories of the stó:lõ, Matsqui, Sumas, Kwantlen First Nations and the Nooksack Indian Tribe.
Abbotsford is a vibrant, cultural and economic hub, home to the Abbotsford Canucks and Abbotsford International Airport. As we continue to grow, we are committed to building strong partnerships and innovating urban design.
At the City of Abbotsford, our people are our greatest asset. We offer meaningful career opportunities that make a difference within the local community. Join us in creating a sustainable, livable city where everyone can thrive!
Be part of the story. Join our team today.
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The City of Abbotsford is looking for Auxiliary Recreation Workers – Community Recreation Leaders to join our Parks, Recreation & Culture team. Under the supervision of the Community Recreation Programmers, Community Recreation Leaders are responsible for planning and facilitating a variety of social, cultural, sport and general interest activities for early years, child, youth and adult programs.
Core Characteristics:
- Outstanding leadership and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a culturally diverse community setting
- Excellent customer service, communication skills & positive attitude
Duties:
- Plan and lead pre-registered programs (sports, arts & crafts, dance, cooking, early years, parent participation, children, youth & adult)
- Supervise, facilitate and lead drop-in sessions
- Supervise Birthday parties
- Childminding
- Lead games, sports, and craft making activities with children
- Lead activities at special events
- Set-up and take down of programs
- Report safety hazards and respond to first aid incidents appropriately
Qualifications:
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’ & AED certification
- High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development Certificate
- Knowledge and experience playing/instructing a variety of sports.
- Knowledge and experience instructing a variety of recreation programs and activities.
- Knowledge and experience leading/supervising children (newborn - 12) while providing a safe & fun environment for participants.
- Knowledge and experience leading games and craft making activities with children.
- Leadership skills including ability to model appropriate behaviors and demonstrate sound judgment while creating a positive, enthusiastic & fun environment.
Candidates are required to provide a satisfactory Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check in order to work in this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position. It is the responsibility of the candidate to report to their manager any criminal charges laid against them during their term in this position.
The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
Salary: $23.71 per hour, plus the appropriate percentage in lieu of benefits
Posting Closes: August 31, 2025 – applications will be reviewed as they are received
Please note: You should receive a confirmation email once you have successfully applied for this position. If you do not, please contact the Njoyn Help Desk at candidate.njoynhelp@cgi.com or 1-877-427-7717 Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm (EST).
About City of Abbotsford
City of Abbotsford is a vibrant, diverse and growing community in BC’s Fraser Valley. Located about 1 hour east of Vancouver, Abbotsford is the fifth largest city in BC, with a population of over 160,000, and one of the fastest growing economies in Canada. The City is focused on delivering the highest level of service to the community by creating an innovative, regional hub where innovation, talent, investment and business thrive.
Careers At the City of Abbotsford, people are our greatest asset. We offer a wide range of diverse, stimulating and rewarding career opportunities that support and recognize high levels of performance. Key to our ongoing success is providing an environment that is inclusive and maximizes the diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives of all employees, where every member of our team feels valued, respected and empowered. We offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
As our community grows, so does our organization. Our City Council has adopted a new, leading edge Official Community Plan, and a forwarding thinking and ambitious Strategic Plan that provide us with a blueprint for our community’s ongoing growth and prosperity. Abbotsford is an exciting and forward thinking place to be right now. Be part of the story. Join our team today.
Recreation Worker - Community Recreation Leader
Top Benefits
About the role
As the largest city in the Fraser Valley, the City of Abbotsford serves 166,000 residents, nestled on the unceded traditional and ancestral territories of the stó:lõ, Matsqui, Sumas, Kwantlen First Nations and the Nooksack Indian Tribe.
Abbotsford is a vibrant, cultural and economic hub, home to the Abbotsford Canucks and Abbotsford International Airport. As we continue to grow, we are committed to building strong partnerships and innovating urban design.
At the City of Abbotsford, our people are our greatest asset. We offer meaningful career opportunities that make a difference within the local community. Join us in creating a sustainable, livable city where everyone can thrive!
Be part of the story. Join our team today.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
The City of Abbotsford is looking for Auxiliary Recreation Workers – Community Recreation Leaders to join our Parks, Recreation & Culture team. Under the supervision of the Community Recreation Programmers, Community Recreation Leaders are responsible for planning and facilitating a variety of social, cultural, sport and general interest activities for early years, child, youth and adult programs.
Core Characteristics:
- Outstanding leadership and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a culturally diverse community setting
- Excellent customer service, communication skills & positive attitude
Duties:
- Plan and lead pre-registered programs (sports, arts & crafts, dance, cooking, early years, parent participation, children, youth & adult)
- Supervise, facilitate and lead drop-in sessions
- Supervise Birthday parties
- Childminding
- Lead games, sports, and craft making activities with children
- Lead activities at special events
- Set-up and take down of programs
- Report safety hazards and respond to first aid incidents appropriately
Qualifications:
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’ & AED certification
- High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development Certificate
- Knowledge and experience playing/instructing a variety of sports.
- Knowledge and experience instructing a variety of recreation programs and activities.
- Knowledge and experience leading/supervising children (newborn - 12) while providing a safe & fun environment for participants.
- Knowledge and experience leading games and craft making activities with children.
- Leadership skills including ability to model appropriate behaviors and demonstrate sound judgment while creating a positive, enthusiastic & fun environment.
Candidates are required to provide a satisfactory Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check in order to work in this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position. It is the responsibility of the candidate to report to their manager any criminal charges laid against them during their term in this position.
The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
Salary: $23.71 per hour, plus the appropriate percentage in lieu of benefits
Posting Closes: August 31, 2025 – applications will be reviewed as they are received
Please note: You should receive a confirmation email once you have successfully applied for this position. If you do not, please contact the Njoyn Help Desk at candidate.njoynhelp@cgi.com or 1-877-427-7717 Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm (EST).
About City of Abbotsford
City of Abbotsford is a vibrant, diverse and growing community in BC’s Fraser Valley. Located about 1 hour east of Vancouver, Abbotsford is the fifth largest city in BC, with a population of over 160,000, and one of the fastest growing economies in Canada. The City is focused on delivering the highest level of service to the community by creating an innovative, regional hub where innovation, talent, investment and business thrive.
Careers At the City of Abbotsford, people are our greatest asset. We offer a wide range of diverse, stimulating and rewarding career opportunities that support and recognize high levels of performance. Key to our ongoing success is providing an environment that is inclusive and maximizes the diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives of all employees, where every member of our team feels valued, respected and empowered. We offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
As our community grows, so does our organization. Our City Council has adopted a new, leading edge Official Community Plan, and a forwarding thinking and ambitious Strategic Plan that provide us with a blueprint for our community’s ongoing growth and prosperity. Abbotsford is an exciting and forward thinking place to be right now. Be part of the story. Join our team today.