CITIZENS FIRST THROUGH SERVICE EXCELLENCE

We have an exciting Permanent Full-time Non-Unionized opportunity in the Recreation Services Department for an experienced and motivated individual

Recreation Supervisor, Program Planning

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Vaughan is one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities. Its emerging downtown, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre; Canada’s first smart hospital, the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital; and the 900-acre North Maple Regional Park continue to generate momentum and excitement. Be part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan!

The City is an equal-opportunity employer and a forward-looking municipality that is committed to fostering a dynamic workplace that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. As an award-winning organization for its employment and diversity and inclusivity practices, the City is focused on providing its employees with a thriving professional environment that leverages flexible work arrangements, a family-focused benefits package emphasizing work-life balance, learning and growth opportunities, and a place where collaboration and teamwork are valued.

Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Recreation Manager, Business Planning and Creative Services, the Supervisor is responsible for supervising, organizing and coordinating the daily operations of the Planning Division, and provides leadership, technical guidance and planning direction to the Planning team members. The Supervisor oversees the development of community recreation programs, camps and workshops, city-wide, for all ages and demographics. Supervises and coordinates all tasks related to the development of quality programs and activities – from conceptualizing, creative planning, and developing curriculums, to implementing, evaluation and monitoring, maintaining and reviewing. Creates a vision and framework for program development and provides motivational direction to create a highly engaged and effective team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Four (4) year University Degree in Business Administration and/or Management, Marketing, Recreation Programming or related field, or suitable equivalent

• Minimum five (5) years’ related progressive experience in recreation and/or aquatic programming design and delivery principles, standards and best practices; and three (3) years supervisory experience preferably in a municipal environment

• Ability to adapt to change and to existing initiatives to meet the needs of the departmental and corporate goals, objectives and initiatives.

• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in a range of core functions and operational processes of the division

• Ability to analyze issues and problems, evaluate alternative solutions and develop sound conclusions, recommendations and courses of action

• Ability to execute decisions and deliver results that are aligned with department goals and objectives.

• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in strategic planning, change management design, process and implementation strategies to optimize quality and cost-effectiveness of delivery of business areas

• Proven ability to manage conflict, effectively problem solve, be capable of working under stressful conditions as well as possess organizational and analytical skills and abilities

• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and balance multiple responsibilities, shifting priorities, regular workflow interruptions while maintaining a positive attitude

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and build cohesive and motivated teams; promote collaboration, team processes, learning and development opportunities for staff.

• Excellent analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, communication and negotiation/mediation skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge of financial operating and capital budgets and business planning processes

• Knowledge and proficiency in Windows environment using Microsoft Office Suite

• Technical Writing - clear and concise professional writing abilities, as well as communicating complex processes and procedures in writing

• Project Management - overseeing employees throughout multiple stages of one or more projects, making the ability to coordinate activities and monitor progress toward specific goals useful. Understands the basic processes and resources required to plan and execute a long-term project

• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in the City’s core and leadership competencies and relevant functional competencies

• Ability to conduct oneself in a manner bestowing tact and diplomacy in a political environment, and when dealing with sensitive/confidential or controversial topics

• Performs other related tasks and projects, as assigned, which are in accordance with job responsibilities or necessary departmental or corporate objectives

• A valid Ontario ‘G’ driver’s license, in good standing, with access to a reliable vehicle for corporate use.

• Ability to work outside normal business hours, as required.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, the City of Vaughan uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions.

The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.