Community Aboriginal Recreation Activator

The purposes of this position are:
 Coordinates the planning, delivery, program organization and promotion of a variety of recreation programs and community events at Curve Lake First NationHandle administrative and office support tasks related to the project including applications for fundingDuties and Responsibilities:

Duties:
The duties and responsibilities of this position are categorized into three main functions:
 

1. Programs and Events

Plans, organizes, and coordinates recreation programs and special eventsReviews programs and takes appropriate actions depending on registration, including combining/cancelling programs if necessaryPlan community based physical activity programs based on community's needs and interestsEnhance the presence of programmingAssist groups in planning their own programsEnsure the provisions of the workplace, office equipment and CARA programming materialsMonitoring and evaluating the CARA program activities and providing ongoing direction and supportLiaise with and respond to all community requests and inquiries with respect to recreation programming 

1. Recreation

Provide administrative support to Recreation Portfolio Councilors/Program Coordinator/ManagerDevelop a local recreation needs assessment and work plan for physical activity programsPlan community-based recreation programs based on community's needs and interestsResearch recreation opportunities using the internet and other information sourcesPrepare updates and make recommendations on recreation issues for the Band Council Executive and Chief as required 

1. Other

Responsible for promotion, assistance with completing/ reviewing applications, and ensuring approvals and funds in place for Learning Through Recreation and Recreation Incentives.Promotes/markets Activities through a variety of sources i.e. Social media, newsletters, etc.Maintains program equipment and supplies and ensures good repair, working order and sufficient inventoriesActs as a liaison between parents and instructors, dealing with situations/concerns as requiredDevelop a community profileProvide activity reports to assigned advisorEnhance volunteer capacity by actively advertising and recruiting for volunteers to lead and support programsOther duties assigned as requestedQUALIFICATIONS: Basic Requirements: (APPLICANTS MUST EITHER SHOW NECESSARY PROOF WITH APPLICATION OR PROVIDE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)

Education:       Post-secondary education in a Recreation related field with experience developing and coordinating recreational programmingCurrent Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certificationRATED REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
 Experience with direct program and service deliveryExperience in the areas of adult and youth care, fitness, social and other leisure activitiesExperience with word processing, spreadsheets and registration programsKnowledge of community recreation programming principles and practicesKnowledge of methods used in assessing the recreation program needs of the communityKnowledge of the fundamentals of leadership and recruiting, training and supervising staffKnowledge of Workers Compensation Act and OH&S RegulationsStrong appreciation of and empathy with the needs of childrenSensitivity to Native IssuesStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong organizational skillsAbility to work in a group settingAbility to function as a team memberCreative problem solving skillsAbility to work independently and establish and maintain harmonious working relationshipsRespect for confidentiality is a mustHigh level of tact and discretionary capabilitiesWillingness to work flexible hoursMust exhibit a high degree of initiative and self-directionMust be punctual/dependable with a strong desire to workMust possess a valid driver's licenseThis position requires an acceptable criminal record checkPersonal Suitability:Be honest and trustworthy.Be respectfulPossess awareness and sensitivity to the history, language, culture and traditions of the people of Curve Lake First NationBe flexibleDemonstrate sound work ethicsMust demonstrate and ensure a high level of personal and professional conductTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a Permanent Full Time position beginning immediately.  Annual salary range for this position will be $50,906 to $55,431  based on a 39.5 hour work week.

APPLICATION:

Application forms and position descriptions are available at the Reception of the Government Services Building. Application forms can also be obtained from the Employment Resource Centre or from the Curve Lake First Nation website ) under documents.

Application package must consist of a completed application form, cover letter, resume, required documentation, addresses and phone number of two most recent employment references (if employed with Curve Lake First Nation previously, references from most recent Supervisor / Manager will be required).  Please submit application package to the Government Services Building Receptionist to the attention of:

Agnieszka Mlynarz, Human Resources Administrator
Curve Lake First Nation Government Services Building
Curve Lake, Ontario K0L 1R0
Phone Fax
[email protected]

Deadline for Applications: Friday, April 12th 2024 @ 12:00pm (noon)

Please ensure application is date stamped by the Curve Lake Government Services Building Receptionist. While only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview, not necessarily all qualified applicants will be offered an interview.

While Curve Lake First Nation appreciates all applications, as outlined in the Curve Lake First Nation Human Resources Management Manual, applicants will be considered in the following priority: Level I: Internal Applicant, Level II: Any First Nation Member Applicants (s CHRA), and Level III: Any Applicants.

The successful candidate must provide an acceptable Canadian Police Information Check (CPIC) with Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) prior to commencing work.

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