Recreational Activities Coordinator

4 days ago

Calgary, Canada Disabled Sailing Association of Alberta Full time

**Recreational Activities Coordinator**

**Employment Opportunities**

The Disabled Sailing Association of Alberta (DSAA) employs both year-round and summer staff (May - August/September). Our summer staff are typically College or University students who love the outdoors and working with people. At the DSAA, there is lots of room for you to contribute your creativity to enhance our Programs and Services.

Joining the DSAA Team is a great way to spend your summer in the sun

**Recreational Activities Coordinator Desirable Skills**:
Must be a team player, with excellent planning and organizing abilities. Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently. Will be required to ensure sailing companions and volunteers are qualified. Will coordinate activities, be safety minded, follow procedures, have a high energy level and be computer literate. Sailing experience is not required but would be valuable. Experience working with people with disabilities would be beneficial.

Our positions are partially funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Grant which helps employ College and University students, and if the eligibility criteria of the grant are met that would be beneficial.

**General Job Description**:
The Recreational Activities Coordinator, under the direction of the Business Manager, the Recreational Activities Program Coordinators, and the DSAA Board oversees the day-to-day operation of recreational sailing programs for disabled children and adults, in Calgary. The Recreational Activities Coordinator:
▪Must be a team player, with excellent planning and organization
▪Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently
▪Works collaboratively with other staff members and ensures a positive public image of contribution to the community
▪Will coordinate activities, be safety minded, follow procedures, and have a positive attitude
▪Ensures our fleet is in clean and presentable order and provides support and coordination for maintenance requirements
▪Able to be outside for long periods of time
▪Experience working with people with disabilities would be considered beneficial
▪Sailing experience is considered an asset

This position requires physical exertion on a daily basis and deals with mechanical equipment. Individuals are required to be in good health and fit, able and willing to deal with boats, trailers, and other equipment and be able to safely lift reasonable loads, including assisting people with transfers. DSAA values good judgment, awareness of disabilities, exceptional customer service, commitment to team-work, flexibility, initiative and the ability to work safely and independently. This position requires being outside on the dock or in the boatyard for long periods of time. Sometimes it may be required to accompany clients and a sailing companion on the boat.

**Tasks and Responsibilities**:
▪ Following the lead/direction of the Business Manager and 2 Recreational Activities Program Coordinators
▪ Managing bookings, phone communication with customers
▪ Receiving payments (cash, cheques, e-transfers)) from clients and maintaining an accurate and up to date record of transactions
▪ Ensure proper waivers and paperwork are filled out and filed
▪ Coordinating volunteers, tracking volunteer hours and maintaining accurate and up to date records
▪ Rigging / de rigging (preparing) and trailering boats
▪ Assisting clients
**▪ **Being an environmental steward
▪ Maintaining an accurate and up to date contact list of DSAA’s community partners and individual members
▪ Contributing in events promoting the DSAA
▪ Making purchases for the club if required
▪ Ensuring safety procedures are followed
▪ Ensuring housekeeping is being done
▪ Organizing and maintaining facility
▪ Assist in managing and updating Social Media accounts and creating new content
▪ Help plan and execute events for the DSAA

This position will tentatively start May 11th, prior to our projected program start date in June.

**Applicants will be required to have a valid class 5 Driver's License and undergo a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 14-16 weeks

**Salary**: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Application question(s):

- If selected for an interview, would you be available April 13th or 20th at the Glenmore Reservoir?
- Are you a current student or recent graduate?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-04-12
Expected start date: 2024-05-11

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