Recreation Coordinator

City of Dawson; Dawson City; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dawson is seeking a Recreation Coordinator to deliver recreation, leisure and sport programs for Dawson City residents. You will plan, implement and evaluate programs, liaise with user groups, manage registrations and assist with grants and communications.

You will play a key role in supporting the Parks and Recreation Manager, maintaining strong community relationships and ensuring programs align with the Master Plan.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation required.
• Post-secondary education in Recreation or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in community recreation or related field.
• Computer proficiency, including word-processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to plan, direct, develop, implement and evaluate programs, policies and procedures.
• Experience in event coordination and community planning.
• Research and program development skills; considerable volunteer experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; presentation and listening skills.
• Experience in conflict management and mediation.
• Ability to provide strong leadership, motivate people and manage stress effectively.
• Decision making, problem solving, organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of risk management in a recreation setting; ability to follow municipal procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, receive direction and work independently; discretion and cultural sensitivity.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with staff and the public.
• Standard First Aid, Level C CPR and AED Training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of recreation, leisure and sport programs as directed by the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
• Research, plan and implement in-house and third-party programs, workshops and events.
• Coordinate with user groups, create agreements, schedules and provide ongoing support.
• Manage registrations online and in-person; communicate via website, posters, social media and radio PSAs.
• Research, apply for and report on grant opportunities; general departmental administration.
• Support Parks and Recreation Manager in planning and implementing projects and duties.

Skills

Leadership

Event coordination

Communication skills

Conflict management

Problem solving

Time management

Teamwork

Program development

Funding knowledge

Risk management

Policy compliance

Cultural sensitivity

Presentation skills

Public speaking

Education

Grade 12 graduation

Post-secondary education in Recreation or related field

First Aid/CPR/AED training

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

First Aid/CPR training

Job description

The City of Dawson is seeking applications for a Recreation Coordinator. Reporting to the Parks & Recreation Manager, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the effective delivery of recreation, leisure and sport programs and activities for residents as directed by the City of Dawson Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

These duties include the research, planning and implementation of a variety of in-house and third-party programs, workshops and events for all ages and residents of Dawson City throughout the year; coordinating with user groups, including the creation of agreements, schedules, and provision of ongoing support to assist them in achieving our communal recreation objectives; preparing and troubleshooting online and in-person registration; communicating internally and externally to ensure proper information is delivered in a variety of formats, including website updates, poster creation, social media monitoring, and radio public service announcement; researching, applying and reporting on grant applications; general administration duties; provision of overall support for the Parks and Recreation Manager in the planning and implementation of departmental projects and duties.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation
• Post-secondary education in Recreation or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 2-years’ experience in community recreation or related field
• Computer proficiency, including word-processing and spreadsheets
• Ability to plan, direct, develop, implement and evaluate programs, policies and procedures
• Experience in event coordination and community planning
• Research and program development skills
• Considerable volunteer experience
• Good knowledge of funding agencies and associated requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, presentation and listening communication skills
• Experience in conflict management and mediation
• Ability to provide strong leadership, motivate people and manage stress effectively
• Decision making, problem solving, organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of risk management in a recreation setting
• Ability to follow established municipal procedures and policies
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, receive direction and work independently
• Discretion, tact, compassion, good judgement and cultural sensitivity
• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with staff, and the public
• Standard First Aid, Level C CPR and AED Training

Conditions of employment

• Clear RCMP Criminal Reference and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Valid Class 4 Drivers License

A job description is available upon request.

Salary & Benefits

This is a Union position, salary and benefits shall be in accordance with the Collective Agreement. The position is classified as level 4 with an annual salary range of $72,016 – $86,421 plus benefits.

Closing Date

This posting will remain open until filled, however applications received before 2:00 pm on Friday, July 17, 2026 will be given first consideration. Applications to this position must be submitted through this portal.

For more information about this position please email: [e-mail]