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Recreation Programmer II - Fitness
Regular Full-Time
Competition #24003R
North Vancouver Recreation & Culture (NVRC) is dedicated to building healthy individuals, families and communities. NVRC offers a wide range of recreation and cultural programs and services to residents of all ages and abilities. We are looking for a positive, enthusiastic person to deliver memorable experiences to our customers. The successful candidate will primarily support our Fitness Service Area, Outdoor services, and other services as required.
WHY WORK FOR US?
You will be an integral part of our dedicated staff team who continually strive to make a difference in the recreation and cultural lives of North Vancouver residents. NVRC values employees, offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to participate in an earned day off (EDO) program.
ABOUT YOU:
You will be involved in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating a variety of community-based recreation programs with a focus on indoor/outdoor fitness services, health & wellness programs and special events; promoting interest and participation in program activities; and supervising staff to ensure effective program operations.
YOU HAVE:
- Considerable knowledge of the recreational, social and cultural interests, requirements and resources of the area served.
- Considerable knowledge of organized community recreation principles and practices. Sound knowledge of methods, policies and procedures applicable to the work.
- Sound knowledge of recreation programming including fitness, health & wellness, outdoors, youth, seniors, among others
- The ability to work with program budgets and operating schedules; supervise; and assist community groups.
- Direct experience working with volunteers and community in planning for services.
- A high level of interpersonal skills, flexibility and adaptability, and the ability to work independently with sound judgment.
- Proficiency with PerfectMind, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
College or University graduation with courses in leisure and recreation, or related subjects, supplemented by some related work experience in a supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of training and experience in a recreational environment where principles of community development and engagement drive the delivery of leisure and recreation services. A valid Class 5 BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle for NVRC business. Emergency First Aid and CPR-C certification is an asset.
This is a regular full-time position, involving shift work including days, evenings and weekends for 35 hours per week. Comprehensive benefits include dental, extended health, and life insurance coverage, 3 weeks paid annual vacation, opportunity to participate in an earned day off program for an additional 15 days off annually, participation in Municipal Pension Plan, and access to an Employee Family Assistance Program.
Employees will be available to work at any North Vancouver Recreation & Culture location. All candidates are required to submit a Police Information Check as a requirement of the position.
Hourly Rates: The pay for this unionized position ranges from $36.08 - $42.45 per hour (2024 rates), plus a comprehensive benefits package.
CLOSING DATE: May 10, 2024
APPLY ONLINE AT: https://nvrc.peopleadmin.ca/postings/2218
We thank you for your interest in employment with North Vancouver Recreation & Culture and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $36.08 to $42.45 Hour
