Recreation Leader – Level 3

City of Brandon; Brandon; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Brandon is seeking part-time Recreation Services – West Hub staff to supervise and assist with planning afterschool youth programming, including arts & crafts, games and physical activity. Under the Recreation Programmer, you may supervise and facilitate other recreation programs and events; evening/weekend hours are required; first consideration to current CUPE employees.

Applicants must meet mandatory qualifications (First Aid/CPR Level C, police checks) and provide documents with the

Qualifications

• Ability to work successfully independently and in a team atmosphere.
• Able to problem-solve, plan and organize daily activities.
• Excellent public relations skills.
• Demonstrated ability to positively communicate and interact with people of all ages.
• Energetic, creative and relates positively with children.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and participate in program activities under the direction of the Recreation Programmer;
• Provide leadership and direction to the participants and show enthusiasm;
• Provide a safe, cooperative and enjoyable environment for primary school aged children;
• Adjust program activities to accommodate a variety of group sizes, facilities, interests and participant skill levels;
• Ensure public health guidelines are adhered to at all times;
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Public relations

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organization

Energetic

Creativity

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Recreation Services – West Hub

**More than one position may be filled**

Position Conditions: This part-time position including evening and weekend hours will be offered in accordance with conditions identified in the Collective Agreement between the City of Brandon and CUPE Local 69. This opportunity is open to all applicants; however, first consideration will be given to current City of Brandon CUPE employees. The City of Brandon reserves the right to underfill this position.

Rate of Pay: $17.74 - $18.86 per hour (2026 Rate).

The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

NOTE: The City of Brandon requires proof of mandatory qualifications. Please ensure these documents are attached when completing your application.

This competition will include testing and an interview.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Under the direction of the Recreation Programmer, the incumbents will be required to supervise and assist with the planning and delivery of afterschool youth programming. Activities include arts & crafts, games, and physical activity. Opportunities for additional hours supervising and facilitating other recreation programs and community events, with participants ranging from youths to seniors, will also be available.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, supervise and participate in program activities under the direction of the Recreation Programmer;
• Provide leadership and direction to the participants and show enthusiasm;
• Provide a safe, cooperative and enjoyable environment for primary school aged children;
• Adjust program activities to accommodate a variety of group sizes, facilities, interests and participant skill levels;
• Ensure public health guidelines are adhered to at all times;
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

NOTE: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to work successfully independently and in a team atmosphere;
• Able to problem-solve, plan and organize daily activities;
• Excellent public relations skills;
• Demonstrated ability to positively communicate and interact with people of all ages;
• Energetic, creative and relates positively with children.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Emergency First Aid/Level C CPR (to be obtained upon hire);
• Successful completion of a Criminal Reference Check and Child Abuse Registry Check (to be obtained upon hire);
• Related experience in recreation, programming, education, instruction, lifetime sports background;
• Previous experience working with children;
• Previous experience working in a multi-ethnic setting.

The City of Brandon is committed to an inclusive, barrier free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require an accommodation. If you are interested in finding out more about the City of Brandon job opportunities as soon as they are posted, please follow us on Facebook or X!