Recreation Programmer

Job summary

Plan, coordinate, and promote recreation programs and special events for people of all ages, including arranging locations, recruiting instructors and volunteers, and coordinating registrations. Build partnerships with community organizations, provide accessible customer service, and assist with programs and events as needed.

Job details

Posted: Oct 9, 2026 Recreation Programmer Rural Municipality of St. Clements - East Selkirk , MB business_center Temporary Salary: $21.88 - $21.88 Hourly Application Deadline: N/A Job Title: Recreation Programmer Department: Recreation Reports To: Recreation Manager Revision Date: October 7, 2026 Position Overview The Recreation Programmer will be responsible for the active management of a diverse range of recreation services which includes planning, implementing, and promoting programs and/or special events, encouraging community involvement, and working in coordination with other community organizations. The Programmer will recruit enthusiastic instructors and facilitators and seek out new programming ideas for all ages and abilities. Work week may include weekends and evenings, as well as some flex scheduling as required. Essential Job Functions Responsible for recreation programming for all ages, including developing and planning new programs, location, volunteer and staff recruitment and development, and coordinating registration. Assist with community events. Build relationships and partner with community groups. Provide excellent and accessible customer service related to recreation inquiries or registrations in-person, on the phone and through email. Be able to fill in or assist in programming or events offered. Create advertisements and assist with publicly promoting all programs and special events. Other recreation related duties as assigned Qualifications/Skills Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent. A degree or diploma in recreation or a related field is an asset. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with individuals of all ages. Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills. Ability to work independently or as a team. Current First Aid/CPR training. Valid Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Checks. Valid Class 5 driver’s license. This is a temporary position with the opportunity for extension or conversion, subject to final budget, operational, and organizational approvals. Resumes And Three References Can Be Submitted To Brenden Collins Recreation Manager Rural Municipality of St. Clements recreation@rmofstclements.com All applications are appreciated; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The position will remain open until filled. Share Share Share Share email Share

What you’ll do

Plan, coordinate, and promote recreation programs and special events for people of all ages, including arranging locations, recruiting instructors and volunteers, and coordinating registrations. Build partnerships with community organizations, provide accessible customer service, and assist with programs and events as needed.

Requirements

A minimum of Grade 12 education or equivalent is required; a recreation or related degree or diploma is an asset. Candidates need strong communication, organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills, current First Aid/CPR training, valid criminal record and vulnerable sector checks, and a valid Class 5 driver's license.

Listed skills

• Staff Development · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Recreation Programming
• Program Planning
• Event Coordination
• Community Engagement
• Volunteer Recruitment
• Staff Development
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Organization
• Time Management
• Prioritization
• Teamwork
• Independent Work
• First Aid
• CPR
• Public Promotion

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Customer Service & Support
• Management & Leadership

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