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Government of Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Calgary is seeking a Sports Coordinator to oversee competitive programs. The ideal candidate will have considerable experience in sports management, along with certifications in CPR and First Aid. You will be responsible for training, motivating athletes, and organizing events. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this role, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This on-site position offers health benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health benefits

Free parking available

On-site amenities

Paid time off

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years experience in sports coordination.
• CPR Certificate required.
• First Aid Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate competitive programs.
• Develop training and practice sessions.
• Motivate athletes or teams for competitions.
• Analyze performance of athletes or teams.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Client focus

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• At heights
• Noisy
• Dusty

Work setting

• Private recreational organization

Responsibilities

• Coordinate competitive programs
• Develop well planned competitive schedules and programs
• Plan, develop and implement training and practice sessions
• Motivate and prepare athletes or teams for competitive events or games
• Participate in coaching clinic instruction
• Analyze and evaluate athletes' or team's performance
• Observe and evaluate prospective athletes' skills and performance
• Supervise staff or team
• Select and purchase equipment and supplies
• Prepare budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
• Leading/instructing groups
• Develop and manage programs and services
• Demonstrate and instruct athletic, fitness or sports activities and techniques
• Conduct safety training programs
• Coaching
• Assist with coordination of recreational, sport and fitness events
• Maintain and repair sports equipment
• Leading/instructing individuals
• Provide technical and professional advice
• Plan and carry out recreational, fitness and sports activities
• Monitor recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required
• Participate in provincial and/or national competitions and sporting events
• Participate in local and regional competitions and sporting events

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Word
• MS Outlook

• Athletic experience
• Regional level

Area of work experience

• Sports and entertainment facilities

Additional information

• Security and safety
• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Airport security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Large workload
• Ability to work independently

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Client focus

Benefits

• Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available