Community Recreation Programs Lead – Events & Staff

Newwestcity; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New Westminster is seeking an energetic, dynamic, and organized Assistant Program Coordinator to join the Community Recreation team, working out of təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre and Queensborough Community Centre.

Your primary responsibilities include assessing needs, assisting in planning, promotion, and implementation of community events, supervising front‑line staff, providing building operation support, and maintaining effective communication with staff and the

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma in Recreation or related field with practical leadership/supervision experience
• Knowledge of recreation services principles, practices, and standards
• Ability to plan, promote, and implement community programs and events

Responsibilities

• Assess community needs and recommend program options
• Assist in planning, promotion, and implementation of programs and events
• Supervise front-line staff and provide building operation support
• Maintain effective communication with staff and the community
• Build partnerships with staff and community organizations
• Manage program registrations and payments

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Event planning

Customer service

Budgeting

Communication

Program development

Community engagement

Initiative & judgment

Education

Recreation-related certificate/diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Registration software

Job description

The City of New Westminster is seeking an energetic, dynamic, and organized Assistant Program Coordinator to join the Community Recreation team, working out of təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre and Queensborough Community Centre.

Your primary responsibilities include assessing needs, assisting in planning, promotion, and implementation of community events, supervising front‑line staff, providing building operation support, and maintaining effective communication with staff and the