Recreation Programmer - Fall Programs

As a Recreation Programmer within Recreation and Social Programs or Parks and Open Spaces, you will be responsible for planning and leading programs and activities while leading by example, guiding and mentoring other programming staff, and supervising participants in children and youth programs.

Such programs may include general recreation programs, special events, day camps, and AfterSchool programs.

These programs may operate at City Pools, Leisure Centres, Parks, and Community Partners.

Primary duties include:

• Support program staff in the development and implementation of meaningful program plans and activities.
• Facilitate as a subject matter expert at Leader and Instructor training events.
• Assist supervisor in planning recreation programs that focus on social and skill-based outcomes.
• Be a positive role model while mentoring participants and volunteers.
• Ensure safety and supervision of the participants.
• Manage inventory of equipment and supplies required for activities.
• Complete program observations, maintain records, and provide program feedback, communicating professionally with direct supervisors, program team, and caregivers.
• Respond to customer inquiries and provide information to interested participants.
• Provide support in program activities when required.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• A completed High School diploma or equivalency (for example: GED) is required.
• At least 1 year of direct experience such as leadership and/or volunteer development, coaching, mentoring, volunteering, practicum, post-secondary education, or related is required.
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalency) with no more than 6 demerits OR a Class 5 Graduated Driver's License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits, and no current charges or suspension pending is required.
• Access to a personal vehicle for work is required.
• Ability to obtain The City of Calgary operator's permit may be required for some positions.
• Programmers must be available during program time. Program times may vary from Monday to Sunday.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Windows software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) will be considered an asset.
• Previous experience working with diverse populations i.e. culturally and/or physically diverse population will be considered an asset.
• Previous training of Physical Literacy, Trauma-Informed Practice, and Social Emotional Literacy will be considered an asset.