Community Recreation Assistant: Programs & Outreach

Town of Oakville; Oakville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Oakville is seeking a Recreation Assistant to support the delivery of programs and services for the community. This role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a background in recreation and leisure. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience mentoring youth and programs, and must hold relevant certifications. This position involves both administrative duties and direct participant engagement, necessitating flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Recreation and Leisure, or equivalent related field.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with, supervising, and mentoring youth, teens and volunteers.
• Experience with delivering programs and services in a recreation setting.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Recreation Coordinator to develop and plan programs and services.
• Monitors and maintains inventory of program equipment and supplies.
• Provides supervision to participants, part-time staff and volunteers.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Recreation and Leisure

Tools

Xplor software

Job description

A municipal government in Oakville is seeking a Recreation Assistant to support the delivery of programs and services for the community. This role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a background in recreation and leisure. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience mentoring youth and programs, and must hold relevant certifications. This position involves both administrative duties and direct participant engagement, necessitating flexibility to work evenings and weekends.