recreation programmer
Posted on
September 12, 2024
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Town of Vegreville
Job details
*Position Summary*
As the Town of Vegreville evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise. As a Recreation Programmer, you will assist in the development, coordination and implementation of a community recreation program related to preschool, children, adults, seniors, and special events. This position will plan and run a variety of activities, special events and recreation programs while ensuring the safety of participants. These programs may operate at the Aquatic & Fitness Centre, Wally Fedun Arena center, The Library, in various parks and locations throughout the town. A Recreation Programmer exercises independent judgement on matters pertaining to the development, coordination, and implementation of approved programs.
*Duties and Responsibilities*
* Plan and participate in recreational programming.
* Make recommendations on the development, implementation and discontinuation of recreation programs and events.
* Provide guidance and information to community groups and committees related to the work performed; promotes interest and participation in program activities; establishes and maintains liaison with agencies and community groups.
* Respond to customer inquiries and provide information to interested participants.
* Collaborate with the Community Engagement Department to prepare publicity material for the promotion of programs or events
* Ensure safety and well-being of participants.
* In consultation with key internal and external stakeholders, arranges for and schedules space within the assigned facilities or area; participates in the review of centre policies and procedures.
* Monitors programs, keeps statistical records and prepares narrative evaluations of programs.
* Maintains a variety of operating, and administrative records, provides cost and revenue estimates for a segment of the community centre recreation programs and assists in overseeing collection and accounting for admissions and fees.
* Initiates requisitions for materials and equipment within budgetary limits and arranges for the disposal of unsafe, worn, or obsolete equipment.
* Enforces rules and regulations and deals consistently and tactfully with groups or individuals who fail to observe these.
*Qualifications & Key Competencies*
· Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment, and practices involved in conducting community recreation programs.
· Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and recreational instruction.
· The ability to organize, promote and direct others in a variety of group recreational activities.
· The ability to provide guidance to community recreation program committees and to promote interest and participation in program activities.
· The ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public and maintain control and exercise discipline with tact and consistency.
· The ability to maintain statistical, financial, and clerical records and write reports.
· Skill in the use of recreational equipment and the performance of various recreational activities.
· Post-Secondary education in recreation or a related discipline is required.
· Preferably a minimum of one year's experience related to the work.
· A valid Class 5 Driver's License is required.
· A Criminal Records Check is a requirement of this position along with a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions.
*Working Conditions*
· Hours of work will be full-time. Evenings and weekends may be required.
*Application deadline is Monday, September 23, 2024, at 12:00 PM. To apply, email your resume and cover letter to employment@vegreville.com.*
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Evening shift
* Monday to Friday
* Morning shift
* Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-09-23
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LocationVegreville, AB
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
#9444300584
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