Recreation Leader

Regular Full Time & Temporary Full Time (12 months)

About Us

One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you

About You / What We Are Looking For

Our Parks, Recreation, Culture and Facilities team is currently recruiting for enthusiastic and passionate Recreation Leaders to assist in the development and implementation of recreational programs and services at City facilities. The RFT positions will be located at Pinetree Community Centre and Dogwood Pavilion. The TFT positions will be located at: Town Centre Park Community Centre, Maillardville Community Centre, and Poirier Community Centre.

Core responsibilities involve planning, facilitating and directing program delivery; promoting interest and encouraging participation in program activities; providing guidance and advising facility users on specified activities including enforcing rules; and assisting in directing the work of program leaders, recreation instructors, and volunteers.

Evening and weekend work will be requirements of these positions.

Minimum Qualifications

Other requirements include:

- First Aid/CPR - C Certification
- A valid BC Driver’s License (with satisfactory driving record)
- Access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Post-secondary education in Recreation at a recognized Community College would be an asset. Sound knowledge of the recreational needs and interests of Coquitlam residents, the fundamentals of program leadership; recreation instruction; and a strong customer service orientation would be beneficial. Experience working with a variety of ages within recreation facilities, as well as additional training such as High Five Principles and Physical Literacy would be considered assets.

What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $31.77 - $37.32 per hour (2025 rates). The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.

You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. This position is based in Coquitlam. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package.

Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.

Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police information check and vulnerable sector check (with no adverse reports).

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- We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._