Completion of a two-year community college diploma in recreation, education or a related field supplemented by proven practical experience in applied leadership, supervision, and programming.
Experience in building supervision and security of public facilities.
Ability to do room set ups and take downs for offered programs.
Ability to perform general office duties such as program registration, processing payments and answering telephones.
Ability to work with seniors in developing wide-ranging opportunities that reflect the interests of seniors and community values.
Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills with some experience in staff and volunteer supervision.
Considerable experience in facilitating program development with older adults (50+) in a volunteer led service delivery model.
Demonstrated skill in event planning for seniors, intergenerational groups and the community.
Experience in volunteer coordination and relationship building with volunteer committees and community groups.
Valid BC Class 4 driver’s license preferred.
Valid First Aid and CPR certification, conflict resolution skills, and Food Safe Certificate preferred.
Computer experience including Microsoft Office Suite and CLASS registration is preferred.
The successful applicant must be able to pass and maintain a criminal and police record check.
Great City, Great Work, Great Future!
DEPARTMENT: Parks, Culture & Recreation
STATUS: Full Time
NO. OF POSITIONS: One
UNION: CUPE, Local 387
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hrs per week*
SALARY: $45,035 - $52,924 annually
*This position works Sunday to Thursday (days and evenings), however, flexibility is required.
New Westminster, City of
511 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, British Columbia
Canada V3L 1H9
We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The City of New Westminster is committed to employment equity.
We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
