Recreation Program Coordinator: Initiatives & Events – Community Services
About the role
Full-Time, Permanent
As the Recreation Program Coordinator – Initiatives and Events, you “Take Care of Banff” by coordinating services that encourage participation in accessible community programs. You collaborate with programmers, contractors, businesses and local volunteers to deliver a range of activities, events and initiatives that support the well-being of the community.
You blend your organizational and administrative strengths, allowing you to listen and respond appropriately to the needs and concerns of this community. Your tactical skills are matched by your empathy and passion for educating individuals on the health benefits of social and physical activity in the town and in Banff National Park. You thrive on collaboration and are committed to working with our network of agencies and individuals to deliver diversity and cross-cultural experiences.
As the Recreation Programmer, you are responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of recreation initiatives and events, including community programs, event permitting, and customer service. You work closely with internal and external stakeholders to enhance recreation services and ensure meaningful community engagement. This role includes collecting, summarizing, and presenting community feedback, as well as planning and executing a variety of year-round events for all ages. Programming is designed to connect participants with nature, foster active living, and increase inclusion and access for populations facing barriers. Additionally, you help create supportive physical and social environments that encourage participation, build community, and reflect best practices, trends, and emerging needs.
The hours of work for this position is 35 hours per week with shifts scheduled dependent on your programs and events.
Working safely is a condition of employment at the Town of Banff. As part of our internal responsibility system, all employees are accountable for adhering to Occupational Health and Safety legislation and Town of Banff safety protocols. The Town of Banff’s safety culture philosophy is one of continuous improvement, so we look forward to your suggestions to make our workplace even safer.
“Taking care of Banff: our Community, our People, our Park.”
To view the full job description, please click here.
To apply please submit a copy of your resume and cover letter, no later than 2 p.m., September 15, 2025 to:
Email: jobs@banff.ca
Fax: 403.762.1260
Mail: Town of Banff, Box 1260, Banff, AB, T1L 1A1 Drop off: 110 Bear Street
The Town of Banff appreciates the interest from all applicants and will directly contact those being considered for an interview.
For more information about why the Town of Banff could be your next great career move, please visit banff.ca/careers.
Recreation Program Coordinator: Initiatives & Events – Community Services
About the role
Full-Time, Permanent
As the Recreation Program Coordinator – Initiatives and Events, you “Take Care of Banff” by coordinating services that encourage participation in accessible community programs. You collaborate with programmers, contractors, businesses and local volunteers to deliver a range of activities, events and initiatives that support the well-being of the community.
You blend your organizational and administrative strengths, allowing you to listen and respond appropriately to the needs and concerns of this community. Your tactical skills are matched by your empathy and passion for educating individuals on the health benefits of social and physical activity in the town and in Banff National Park. You thrive on collaboration and are committed to working with our network of agencies and individuals to deliver diversity and cross-cultural experiences.
As the Recreation Programmer, you are responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of recreation initiatives and events, including community programs, event permitting, and customer service. You work closely with internal and external stakeholders to enhance recreation services and ensure meaningful community engagement. This role includes collecting, summarizing, and presenting community feedback, as well as planning and executing a variety of year-round events for all ages. Programming is designed to connect participants with nature, foster active living, and increase inclusion and access for populations facing barriers. Additionally, you help create supportive physical and social environments that encourage participation, build community, and reflect best practices, trends, and emerging needs.
The hours of work for this position is 35 hours per week with shifts scheduled dependent on your programs and events.
Working safely is a condition of employment at the Town of Banff. As part of our internal responsibility system, all employees are accountable for adhering to Occupational Health and Safety legislation and Town of Banff safety protocols. The Town of Banff’s safety culture philosophy is one of continuous improvement, so we look forward to your suggestions to make our workplace even safer.
“Taking care of Banff: our Community, our People, our Park.”
To view the full job description, please click here.
To apply please submit a copy of your resume and cover letter, no later than 2 p.m., September 15, 2025 to:
Email: jobs@banff.ca
Fax: 403.762.1260
Mail: Town of Banff, Box 1260, Banff, AB, T1L 1A1 Drop off: 110 Bear Street
The Town of Banff appreciates the interest from all applicants and will directly contact those being considered for an interview.
For more information about why the Town of Banff could be your next great career move, please visit banff.ca/careers.