Recreation Leader I (Excluded)

Vernon; Vernon; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Vernon is seeking Recreation Leader I for ball hockey and basketball programs that run evenings and weekends. You will deliver pre-planned activities and ensure participants have a positive, safe experience.

Strong interpersonal skills and enthusiastic energy are essential. Responsibilities include leading activities, supporting inclusive recreation, enforcing rules, and coordinating setup/teardown.

Qualifications

• Experience participating or volunteering in recreation programs.
• Ability to understand, follow and carry out oral and written communications.
• Able to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Imaginative and flexible to ensure a fun environment for participants.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Strong public relations and communication skills.
• Physical strength to lift up to 25 pounds and stand/walk for several hours.

Responsibilities

• Implement activities as planned.
• Lead or host quality recreation programs.
• Provide one-on-one client support for inclusive recreation or program needs.
• Enforce rules and procedures for participants.
• Monitor activities and track attendance.
• Ensure participant welfare during all activities.
• Prepare equipment and supplies; inspect area and report repairs.

Skills

Experience in recreation programs

Oral and written communication

Tactful public interaction

Team player

Flexible / imaginative

Public relations

Physical stamina lifting 25 lbs

Education

Grade 9

Emergency First Aid & CPR C

Police Information Check – Vulnerable Sector

Job description

Recreation Leader I (Excluded)### Recreation Leader I (Excluded)Apply: Recreation Centre Facility: Part time: Posted 7 Days Ago: End Date: December 9, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR-2026-236# **Accepting applications until positions are filled. Hiring will occur on an ongoing basis throughout the posting period.**## **Multiple Positions Available****Recreation Leaders are needed for our ball hockey and basketball programs that run evenings and weekends.**The successful candidates must have the ability to provide leadership for a variety of recreation programs and activities. Our programs incorporate skill development through structured and unstructured recreation activities. Recreation Leader I is responsible for implementing pre-planned activities. Recreation Leaders ensure that participants have a positive experience and are performing the activity in a safe manner as set out in established protocols. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Active Living Coordinator (or incumbent).It is essential that the ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills, is energetic and enthusiastic, is well organized plus is able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all levels of internal and external contacts.The terms of employment are based on recreation programs and/or activity service delivery to meet community demand. Hours of work will be linked to specific programs and/or activities, the hours and availability of work are dependent on program and/or activity registrations.Recreation Leader I wage: $19.26 per hour**Duties May Include****:*** Implement activities as planned* Lead or Host quality recreation programs* One on one client support for inclusive recreation or program specific requirements* Institute and enforce rules and procedures for participants* Monitor activities and tracking attendance* Ensure participant welfare during all activities* Ensure the proper handling of first aid and emergency situations* Prepare equipment and supplies for programs* Inspects program area and equipment (report if maintenance and repair needed)* Act as a positive role model for co-workers and participants* Set up and take down of equipment, etc.* Perform and partake in other duties and activities as required and related to the program**Required Qualifications****:*** Ability to obtain Emergency First Aid and CPR C* Acceptable Police Information Check with the Vulnerable Sector* Completion of Grade 9**Required Skills and Abilities****:*** Experience participating or volunteering in recreation programs* Ability to understand, follow and carry out oral and written communications* Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and co-workers* Ability to be imaginative and flexible to ensure a fun environment for participants* Ability to work as an effective team member* Physical strength and ability to lift up to 25 pounds* Stamina to occasionally stand and walk for a minimum of four hours* Ability to maintain excellent public relations with participants* Must have effective written and verbal communication skills **To Apply:**Please submit your resume, quoting the appropriate competition online at vernon.ca/careers by selecting “apply” and creating a candidate profile. Internal applicants are asked to apply using their worker profile. The City of Vernon wishes to thank all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.**We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted**.*Please note that we are unable to accept phone calls regarding application status.***Employees must submit applications through worker profiles. If you are experiencing difficulty, please ask your manager for assistance.**