Lead, Services and Programs (Youth Program Lead)

City of Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Greater Sudbury is seeking a Youth Programs Lead to develop and deliver engaging programming for youth aged 10-18. The role focuses on recreational activities, physical literacy, and community engagement across multiple city locations.

Most programming is scheduled between 3 PM and 8 PM on weekdays with additional weekend hours. This part-time contract position offers up to 24 hours per week and requires CPR/First Aid and a Vulnerable Sector Check prior to finalization.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills required.
• Ability to work with diverse user groups and maintain safety.
• Excellent customer service and program coordination abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation and staff of an assigned program or service area.
• Provide leadership to program staff at sites across the city.
• Assist with administrative tasks and customer service for the program.
• Support staff recruitment, scheduling, training and evaluation.
• Maintain site materials and equipment; ensure cleanliness.
• Prepare reports and maintain program records.
• Ensure cash handling procedures are followed.
• Develop knowledge of safety manual and provincial regulations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Leadership ability

Education

Secondary School

CPR & First Aid

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description

Revised: Extended Closing Date

Section

Recreation Services

Division

Parks and Recreation Services

Department

Community Services

Initial Reporting Location

Various Locations

Job Status

Contract part time positions

Estimated Probable Duration

Until June 25, 2027

Number of Vacancies

14

Union Affiliation

Non union

Hours of Work

Up to 48 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required

Yes (evenings and weekends)

Range of Pay

Group 4 - $19.19 to $22.46

The start date will follow the selection process. vulnerable sector check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your vulnerable sector check with your application.

This position aims to develop and deliver engaging quality programming for youth aged 10-18. Emphasis is placed on recreational activities, including physical literacy. We offer drop-in programs, registered programs, community engagement opportunities, and pop-up activities.

The Youth Programs Lead position reports to a Recreation Co-ordinator in Recreation Services and will work in various locations across the City of Greater Sudbury. This is a part-time contract position until June 2027 and does no exceed 24 hours per week, with most programming held between 3 PM - 8 PM on weekdays and various hours on weekends.

If you are someone who is outgoing and believes in making meaningful connections with youth, we encourage you to apply for this position!

Main Function

To assist in the delivery and efficient operation of the designated program or services.

Characteristic

Under the general supervision of the Co-ordinator of Events and Administration or the Recreation Co-ordinator.

Duties

• Oversee the operation and staff of an assigned program or service area, including assisting in the supervision of the activities and behaviour of the public to ensure that all participants abide by the rules and regulations of the program or services.
• Provide support and leadership to all program staff at all sites of the program or service.
• Assist in the administrative details of the program organization to ensure effective program management and customer service.
• Assist service or program staff in the efficient delivery of services as required.
• Assist in staff recruitment, scheduling, training and evaluation of service or program staff as directed.
• Maintain and protect the Section’s materials and equipment on site. Ensure the proper cleaning of the assigned service or program area.
• Prepare reports and maintain ongoing program records, as required.
• Assist in ensuring staff adherence to job procedures and operational policies, including the proper cash handling procedures as required.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.

Qualifications

Education and Training

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade X) Education.
• Must hold current CPR and First Aid Certificate for designated programs/services.

Experience

• One (1) year up to and including (2) years of related experience.

Knowledge Of

• Best practices within program or service area.
• For Leisure Programs - Creative and recreational activities related to program or service.

Abilities To

• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrate ability to deal with a variety of user groups.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communications skills when dealing with the general public and staff.
• Motivate and supervise Staff.
• Understand and meet the needs of customers.
• Deal with the public in a courteous and effective manner.
• Work and act independently and use initiative when required.
• Work evenings and weekends if applicable.

Personal Suitability

• Mental and physical fitness to perform essential job functions.

Language

• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• French verbal skills an asset.

Other Requirements

• Physical capability to operate a vehicle safely, possession of a valid driver’s licence and an acceptable driving record will be considered an asset.
• Provide, at own cost, a Vulnerable Sector Check for designated positions.

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This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity range of pay: $19.11 to $20.35 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced range until the minimum qualifications have been met.