25-46 Recreation Programmer - Fitness (Mat Leave Coverage)

Township of Esquimalt; Esquimalt; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal department in the Township of Esquimalt is seeking an auxiliary full-time Recreation Programmer, focusing on fitness programs for a 12-month term. The ideal candidate will be responsible for program management, staff supervision, and community engagement. This role requires a diploma in Recreation Administration and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a valid Class-5 BC Driver’s License.
• Standard First Aid Certificate and CPR 'C'.
• 2 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, schedule, and evaluate recreational programs.
• Hire, train, and manage fitness program staff.
• Create promotional materials for recreation programs.

Skills

Customer Service

Program Planning

Team Leadership

Education

Diploma in Recreation Administration

Job description

25-46 Recreation Programmer - Fitness (Mat Leave Coverage)

RECREATION PROGRAMMER - FITNESS, AUXILIARY FULL-TIME

12 MONTH TERM (MAT LEAVE COVERAGE)

COMPETITION NO. 25-46

Internal/External Opportunity

This is a Union position

Anticipated start date: August 25, 2025

About our Community:

Located on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən Peoples, the Township of Esquimalt acknowledges its neighbouring First Nations and is committed to building strong and enduring relationships with the Kosapsum and Songhees First Nations.

The Township of Esquimalt, with a population of over 17,000 is recognized as a vibrant, distinct, resilient, and diverse community for people to discover, feel welcome and belong. The Township is home to Canada’s Pacific Navy and boasts extensive amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways as well as modern recreational facilities.

About our Organization:

The Esquimalt Recreation Centre is a multi-purpose wellness and community recreation facility. Features of the Recreation Centre include: 4500 + square foot Wellness Centre, featuring state-of-the-art cardio and strength training equipment, gymnasium, aquatic centre with six-lane 25 metre lap pool, warm “lifestyle pool” and tot pool with spray features, wheelchair accessible hot-tub, steam room, and sauna. In addition, to recreation activities and programs, there are hundreds of year-round community programsto choose from.

The Township of Esquimalt is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become.

About the Opportunity:

The Recreation Department is seeking a motivated individual to fill an auxiliary full-time Recreation Programmer position responsible for the Fitness portfolio for a term of approximately 12 months. Reporting to the Recreation Coordinator, this position requires an exceptional team player with the ability to maintain a high standard of customer service while performing the following duties:

Planning, development, implementation, scheduling, promotion, and evaluation of recreational programs, services, and special events for the community

Hire, train, assign, and review the work of staff involved in Fitness programs/services; ensure schedules, procedures, and safety standards are met; assume responsibility for staff development and performance appraisals; create and implement in-service training programs

Propose initiatives for the promotion, advertising, and marketing of recreation programs; prepare promotional material such as flyers, posters, press releases, newspaper ads, social media, and seasonal brochures; respond to inquiries and concerns from the public regarding recreation programs.

Our Preferred Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Diploma in Recreation Administration (2 years)
• Valid Class-5 BC Driver’s License
• Standard First Aid Certificate and CPR “C”
• Possess and maintain a clear criminal record check including vulnerable sector check
• Additional portfolio specific recognized technical certificates may be required
• 2 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary: $42.69 – $46.05 hourly ($37.45 - $40.40 plus 14% in lieu of benefits; 2024 rates)

Prior to applying, please review the attached job description above, which provides a detailed outline of key duties and required qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your resume and covering letter quoting competition no. 25-46 by9:00 a.m. byFriday, July 18, 2025to:[e-mail] .

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