Recreation Programmer

City of Vernon; Vernon; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Vernon is seeking a Recreation Programmer to design and deliver community recreation programs at the Vernon Recreation Centre Facility. You will engage with community groups, plan events, and oversee staff to ensure successful operations.

Reporting to the Manager, Recreation Services, you will develop marketing plans, manage bookings, and supervise contractors and volunteers while ensuring safety and budget controls.

Qualifications

• Certificate/Diploma in Community Recreation or similar discipline.
• Three years experience in Community Recreation and programming.
• Experience with community groups and organizations.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office, CLASS and Quark.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, schedules and maintains programs and evaluates recreation programs, events and activities.
• Creates marketing plans for programs using all media sources.
• Delivers desktop publishing for flyers and Leisure Guides.
• Liaises with community groups and School Districts to provide services.
• Maintains records of registrations, attendance, revenues and expenditures.

Skills

Leadership

Community engagement

Program planning

Communication

Public speaking

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Community Recreation

Degree in Community Recreation (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CLASS

Quark

Job description

City of Vernon

Recreation Programmer

• Job Requisition: JR-2026-254 Recreation Programmer (Temporary) (Open)
• Job Family: CUPE
• Start Date: 2026-09-09
• End Date: 2026-09-24
• Primary Posting: No
• External Posting URL: https://vernon.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/Vernon-Career_EXT/job/Recreation-Centre-Facility/Recreation-Programmer--Temporary-_JR-2026-254
• Internal Closing Date: September 17, 2026
• External Closing Date: September 24, 2026
• Hourly Rate: 46.09
• Minimum Weekly Hours: 35
• Worker Sub-Type: Fixed Term (Under 1 Year) (Fixed Term)
• Location: Recreation Centre Facility
• Time Type: Full time
• Supervisory Organization: Active Living Team

Note: Posting comes off at 12:00AM on the closing date, with the competition closing at 11:59pm the day prior. Temporary. Twelve (12) month term. Reporting to the Manager, Recreation Services, this position, assesses community recreation programming needs and interests, designs and develops programs to meet those needs, meets with community user groups and the public to receive feedback on programs and/or program proposals, hires contractors to deliver programs, coordinates, schedules and evaluates community recreation programs, special events and activities at a variety of facilities.

Duties Include

• Develops, implements, schedules and maintains programs and evaluates a wide variety of recreation programs, special events and activities.
• Develops and creates the overall marketing plan for programs utilizing all media sources.
• Creates ad layout and design and performs desktop publishing for flyers, brochures and semi annual Leisure Guides.
• Works with a wide range of community groups, and School Districts to provide a variety of recreation services and effective use of community and school facilities.
• Maintains records of registrations, attendance, revenues and expenditures; makes periodic reports for programs.
• Establishes facility, equipment and material requirements; maintains inventory, coordinates the care and storage of required equipment.
• Enforces rules and regulations ensuring participants safety.
• Organizes and conducts educational clinics and workshops.
• Solicits partnerships and sponsorships to assist with the operation of programs and the generation of additional revenue.

Facility Booking and Operation

• Receives requests for gymnasium bookings, schedules bookings, and ensures staff are scheduled to cover rentals and scheduled programs.
• Collects rental documents, liability insurance, and revenues from rental groups.
• Gives direction to Custodial staff regarding the set up and take down of equipment and cleaning of facilities consistent with scheduling and programming needs.
• Requests maintenance and/or repair of facilities to ensure public safety is maintained.
• Reviews bids and prepares written or oral recommendations for maintenance and minor repair work in the gymnasiums and weight room.

Contract Supervision

• Hires, trains, motivates, evaluates, schedules, supervises, disciplines and directs the activity of contract staff and volunteers for assigned programs.
• Approves payment of program staff for services rendered.

Other Related Duties

• Investigates problems, complaints, and inquiries from the public and others and ensures appropriate and/or corrective action is taken.
• Recommends changes in policies to achieve assigned objectives based on detailed knowledge of the department’s capabilities.
• Prepares written reports for the Manager, Recreation Services.
• Prepares and submits provisional, annual and revised operating and capital budgets, and ensures that approved budgets are properly administered and controlled.
• Works closely with other City departments providing for the most cost effective use of divisional resources.
• Approves invoices and vouchers for payment of services provided and overseen by this position.
• Sits on or chairs various committees in the community as required.
• Researches and develops grant applications to support funding of recreation programs and services or grant positions.
• Work with Recreation Services staff to maximize use of facilities and programs.

Required Education and Experience

• Certificate/Diploma in Community Recreation or similar discipline.
• Three years experience in the area of Community Recreation and programming.
• Experience working with community groups and organizations.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office, CLASS and Quark and the use of general office equipment.
• Valid B.C. Drivers License.
• Current Basic First Aid Certificate.
• A combination of related education and experience may be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sport, Preschool and Fitness equipment.
• A thorough knowledge of principles, practices, methods and procedures of parks and recreation services.
• Ability to work both independently, cooperatively, and in a team atmosphere.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills.
• Proficient in desktop publishing software, used in the creation of promotional materials and the semi-annual Leisure Guide.
• Ability to deal effectively with the general public on a variety of matters pertinent to Parks and Recreation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work varied hours as necessary to meet the requirements for attending community organization meetings along with required functions and facility events.
• Knowledge of various activities, games and sports in the area of programming in which they will be involved.
• Knowledgeable of principles of risk management, ensuring participants, volunteers and staff safety.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Degree in Community Recreation or similar discipline.
• Considerable experience in the area of Community Recreation and programming with three years experience working in a municipal recreation setting.
• BCRPA Fitness Leaders Certificate, BCRPA Preschool Leaders Certificate, NCCP Coaching Certificates in a variety of sports.
• Class 4 Drivers License.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Fitness or Preschool Leader, Certified Coach.