Recreation Programmer

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government agency is seeking a Recreation Programmer in Burnaby. The ideal candidate will assist in planning and implementing various recreational programs, supervise staff, and engage with the community to promote participation. Qualifications include community college graduation, supervisory experience, and knowledge of community needs. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $6,023 to $7,086 per month, with a bi-weekly schedule of 80 hours. Candidates must have a Driver’s License for British Columbia.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of community recreational needs and resources.
• Ability to assist in planning, developing, and implementing aquatic programs.
• Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia required.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor in planning and coordinating recreational programs.
• Supervise program staff and maintain liaison with community contacts.
• Promote and publicize program activities to increase participation.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Effective communication

Recreational program planning

Public relations

Education

Graduation from a community college in a related field

Job description

Recreation Programmer

Competition No: 2025-351

Duration: Regular Full Time

Salary: $6,023 – 6,275 – 6,536 – 6,807 – 7,086/month (2024 Rates)

Schedule: 80 hours bi-weekly; Tuesday to Friday from 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Saturday from 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Special Notes: Subject to Note ‘Y’ of Schedule ‘B’ of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 12/12/25

This position works in the ED Aquatic Programs organizational unit. This is recreational programing work assisting a supervisor in planning, developing, scheduling, coordinating and implementing a variety of specified recreational, social and cultural programs. The work involves supervising program staff; establishing and maintaining liaison with a variety of internal and external contacts, promoting and publicizing interest and participation in program activities, and assisting in the preparation and monitoring of program budgets. An incumbent exercises considerable independence of judgement and action within the limits of established policies, procedures and guidelines. Unusual problems and policy matters are referred to a supervisor who reviews work performance in terms of effectiveness and quality of programs provided. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include graduation from a community college in a related field, plus sound related experience including some supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Sound knowledge of the recreational interests needs and resources of the community served; the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing the work performed; teaching methods and group leadership techniques related to the work. Ability to assist in planning, developing, scheduling, coordinating, and implementing aquatic recreational programs which meet the needs and interests of the community served; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of external and internal contacts and to promote public interest and participation in programs; present ideas and viewpoints effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to hire, train and supervise staff and recruit and train volunteers. A Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required. Please note that a Police Information Check may be required for this position.

Please apply online by December 22, 2025.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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