Recreation Program Assistant

City of Maple Ridge is located at Maple Ridge, BC. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Recreation Program Assistant. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant will be required to join and begin their duties as soon as possible. The role is offered on a regular full-time basis.

Employer Name: City of Maple Ridge
Position: Recreation Program Assistant
Salary: $31.39 – $36.84 per hour
Employment type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Maple Ridge, BC

Also hiring: Office administrative assistant

Job Description

• The candidate will be responsible for supporting the planning, scheduling, and delivery of sport and outdoor recreation programs, events, and community activations.
• The candidate will be responsible for providing on-site support and guidance to instructors, staff, and volunteers.
• The candidate will be responsible for assisting with staff and volunteer onboarding, training, selection, and evaluation.
• The candidate will be responsible for preparing program materials, equipment, and supplies to support program readiness.
• The candidate will be responsible for assisting with program set-up, take-down, and daily operational support.
• The candidate will be responsible for responding to participant and public inquiries and providing positive customer service.
• The candidate will be responsible for monitoring program activities and providing feedback on logistics and delivery requirements.
• The candidate will be responsible for promoting safe participation through the enforcement of rules and outdoor and recreation safety practices.
• The candidate will be responsible for providing minor first aid and reporting complex safety or operational issues as required.
• The candidate will be responsible for inspecting facilities, outdoor spaces, and equipment for safety, security, and maintenance concerns.
• The candidate will be responsible for assisting with supply ordering, equipment inventory, and basic budget monitoring.
• The candidate will be responsible for preparing and maintaining program records, reports, correspondence, and promotional materials.
• The candidate will be responsible for reviewing basic marketing and website content for programs and events.
• The candidate will be responsible for travelling between sites and transporting supplies and equipment as required.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must have sound knowledge of the social, cultural, sport, fitness, youth, general interest, and recreational needs within the community.
• The candidate must have sound knowledge of community recreation principles, practices, and objectives.
• The candidate must have working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and recreational instruction.
• The candidate must have working knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures, and policies governing the work, as well as modern office methods and procedures.
• The candidate must be able to plan, develop, and coordinate programs and activities and provide leadership and instruction under a superior’s direction and approval within established program frameworks.
• The candidate must be able to assist a superior in coordinating and administering the operations of a centre.
• The candidate must be able to recruit, train, and provide onsite supervision to volunteers and contract instructors.
• The candidate must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community members, community leaders, community partners, and internal contacts.
• The candidate must be able to prepare and maintain correspondence, records, reports, publicity and promotional material, perform related clerical tasks as required, and review and edit marketing materials and websites.
• The candidate must be able to supervise and/or participate in various recreational and social activities.
• The candidate must demonstrate skill in the safe and proper use of a variety of equipment used in the programs.
• The candidate must have completed a two-year recreation program at a recognized community college and possess sound related community recreation experience, along with some supervisory or leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• The candidate must hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia.
• The candidate must hold a valid Standard First Aid Certificate and CPRC.

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