2025-83 Recreation Coordinator

Job Title

Recreation Coordinator

Reports To

Culture & Heritage Manager

Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong, and self-sufficient. As stewards of the land, we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future. We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreation programs at SFN. These programs are intended to increase community members' physical and mental health, as well as provide structured opportunities for socialization. The Recreation Coordinator contributes to the betterment and well-being of SFN members through these programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Recreation Program Delivery and Administration

• Develops, coordinates, and implements recreational, cultural, and community programs for all age groups.
• Designs, plans, and organizes recreational programs, including spring and summer day camps, after school programs (Monday-Thursday) and community activities that promote physical health, well-being, and social in interaction.
• Schedules and oversees regular activities such as fitness classes, youth programs, and assists with community events.
• Researches new trends and opportunities in recreation to expand program offerings.
• Works closely with the Youth Support Coordinator to ensure alignment and collaboration in youth and community programming.
• Is creative in designing programs; ensuring they are community based and age appropriate
• Ensures all necessary supplies are on hand for required programming and events while staying within the programing budget
• Monitors and manages expenditures and budgets for program delivery as provided by the manager
• Maintains accurate statistics of program attendance in relation to program reporting
• Provides monthly reporting and status updates on programs to the manager
• Refers applicants requiring other health, social or training services to appropriate agencies
• Utilizes program documentation regarding applicants and participants, files the forms accordingly
• Surveys attendees and community members for programs which they would find effective and try to incorporate their feedback whenever possible
• Participates in team meetings to collaborate on grants and funding opportunities
• Collaborates with department team members in creating a monthly program calendar
• Ensures that all program calendars completed by the third week of each month for the following months activities
• Ensures calendar coincides with other existing SFN Programs and Community events
• Liaises with other Saulteau First Nations departments for collaboration opportunities
• Promotes safe practices in all recreation and event activities.
• Monitors facilities and programs for hazards or potential risks and reports concerns promptly.
• Follows emergency and first-aid protocols as required.
• Evokes learnings through tradition and culture where possible
• Participates in planning SFN golf tournaments

Other Related Duties

• Participates in SFN sponsored community events
• Participates in coaching and staff meetings
• Participates in training and development opportunities as approved by the Manager
• Performs any other duty relevant to the primary functions of the position

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum Highschool Education, preference given to those with post-secondary education or certifications
• Minimum of 1 years' experience in Recreational, Child or Youth Programming
• Certification and/or training in Fitness and Physical Health is considered an asset
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Programs to build programming advertisements and complete program reporting
• Knowledge and experience in culturally appropriate programs and program delivery
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to lift, move and transfer 30 lbs.
• Ability to solve problems, make effective decisions, resolve conflict and manage time effectively
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Valid BC Driver's License and the ability to pass a Criminal Records Check
• Food Safe Certification

Work Conditions

• Travel within SFN community and surrounding community
• Office work is conducted during the office hours of Monday through Thursday 8am to 4:30 pm; but programming hours typically are during evenings and weekends
• All overtime must be approved by manager
• Wage range $ $31.37

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.28-$31.37 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person