Recreation Programs Assistant

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here—students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC’s Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future

**Competition ID**:

- 4295**Internal Closing Date**:

- October 4, 2025**External Closing Date**:

- October 4, 2025**# of Openings**:

- 1- **Salary Information**:

- 10 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $31.16 to $34.78 per hour**Employment Type**:

- Temporary Part Time**Workplace Type**:

- On-Site**Travel Frequency**:
**Employee Group**:

- Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)**Days of Work (BCGEU)**:

- Monday**Hours of Work (BCGEU)**:

- 5:00-9:00pm**Hours per Week (BCGEU)**:

- 4We are currently seeking a Recreation Programs Assistant to join our Sports & Recreation team.

**JOB OVERVIEW**
Supervises sport, recreation and intramural programs and events that promote an active and healthy campus, in addition to providing supervision of facilities and administrative assistance in support of the Sport & Recreation department.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- University diploma in Recreation or relevant discipline.
- A minimum of one year of recent related recreation programming experience.
- Standard First Aid & CPR.
- De-escalation Training is an asset.
- A minimum of one-year experience at a supervisory level preferred.
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES**
- Demonstrated understanding of diverse post-secondary student population to plan and implement appropriate programs and attract students to activities.
- Demonstrated experience with recreation or sport event programming, organizing and implementing activities, preferably with adults or young adults.
- Enthusiastic personality with the ability to motivate others.
- Administrative experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and recreation management software.
- Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility; work independently, establish own priorities and meet deadlines with mínimal supervision.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with, and provide customer service to, all internal and external partners.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Demonstrated experience with mediation; ability to de-escalate hostile or upset clients.
- Proven ability to work as part of a team, and handle unusual or unexpected situations.
- Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and customer service and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Ability to travel between campuses is required.**SALARY INFORMATION**
Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

**Total Rewards**

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more

**_ Note:_**_ Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time._

**Note to Applicants**

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.