Recreation Technician D

City of Winnipeg

Winnipeg

On-site

CAD 28,000 - 33,000

Part time

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Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid benefits

Dental & vision care

Pension plan

Maternity/Parental leave

Education and training

Job summary

City of Winnipeg in Winnipeg is seeking a Recreation Technician D to assist in planning, supervising, and delivering recreation programs and services across multiple sites. You will help recruit, train, and evaluate staff and volunteers, ensuring staffing levels meet public service needs.

The role requires coordination of program data, budgeting, and practical administration while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

Post secondary diploma or certificate in recreation or related field. A combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Management, Community Development, or Administration is considered an asset.
6 months of Recreation or Leisure Services experience including but not limited to administration, facilitation, delivery or supervision of recreation facilities and/or recreation or leisure programs.
6 months experience working with community groups, agencies and organizations is preferred.
6 months experience providing respectful and inclusive customer service skills including active listening, problem solving.

Responsibilities

Plan, supervise, monitor activities of the program, including monitoring staff qualifications, schedules, orientations, training staff, and providing feedback to junior staff, volunteers, and contract leaders, and evaluate programs and services.
Coordinate the selection, training and evaluation of related staff, program leaders and volunteers. Schedule and supervise staff, related to programs.
Develop and/or maintenance of program data systems.
Monitor and manage expenditures related to recreation services and programs.
Perform other duties associated with the position.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Staff supervision

Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary diploma or certificate in recreation or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Management, Community Development, or Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amendment

Please be advised the designated work location and position type have been updated.

Recreation Technician D (Under Review)

Amendment

Please be advised the designated work location and position type have been updated.

Recruitment Details

Recreation Technician D (Under Review)

Department: Community Services Department, Recreation Services

Designated Work Location: Sergeant Tommy Prince Place (90 Sinclair Street) and 395 Main Street

Position Type: 2 Temporary, Part-time

Hours of Work: 35 hours/week September to mid-May, and 40 hours/week mid-May to August

Salary: $20.28 - $23.69 hourly as per the Recreation Technician D Classification within the C.U.P.E Collective Agreement.

Employee Group: C.U.P.E

Posting No.: 127496

Closing Date: November 3, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers. Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples, Women, Persons with Diabilities, and Newcomers.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Under the general supervision of the Recreation Technician E, the Recreation Technician D assists in planning, oversight and supervision of recreation programs, services and facilities

The Recreation Technician D participates in the recruitment, selection, performance management and training of staff and contractors at various levels; maintains adequate staffing levels to ensure consistent public service delivery and support broader community needs. The Recreation Technician D liaises with organizations, gathers feedback and assists in the development and implementation of program plans.

The Recreation Technician D facilitates facility bookings, and performs various administrative tasks which may include the purchase of supplies, tracking attendance, monitoring program performance, collecting fees, and reporting expenditures. The position conducts research on emerging program trends to inform planning and decision making.

As The Recreation Technician D, You Will

Plan, supervise, monitor activities of the program, including monitoring staff qualifications, schedules, orientations, training staff, and providing feedback to junior staff, volunteers, and contract leaders, and evaluate programs and services.

Coordinate the selection, training and evaluation of related staff, program leaders and volunteers. Schedule and supervise staff, related to programs.

Develop and/or maintenance of program data systems.

Monitor and manage expenditures related to recreation services and programs.

Perform other duties associated with the position.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

Post secondary diploma or certificate in recreation or related field. A combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Management, Community Development, or Administration is considered an asset.

6 months of Recreation or Leisure Services experience including but not limited to administration, facilitation, delivery or supervision of recreation facilities and/or recreation or leisure programs.

6 months experience working with community groups, agencies and organizations is preferred.

6 months experience providing respectful and inclusive customer service skills including active listening, problem solving.

6 months experience dealing with sensitive issues confidentially and professionally is preferred.

6 months experience adhering to and enforcing safety systems, and is able to implement safety practices within programs and services to provide safe environments for employees and the public.

6 months experience in the supervision of, or leading employees.

Ability to work under minimal supervision including the ability to problem solve, plan, organize and prioritize workload.

Proficient with computer applications such as Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) at a basic level and the ability to learn new technology.

Ability to review financial information and monitor expenditures.

Knowledge of City of Winnipeg operations, Department services and policies specifically related to the Recreation Services Division is preferred.

Effective verbal communication skills with the ability to present and lead staff.

Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of an organization, external contacts and the general public.

Ability to train, coach and mentor junior employees.

IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions Of Employment

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.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5F Manitoba Driver's License.

The successful candidate(s) will be required to provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business subject to the terms and conditions of the City of Winnipeg Transportation Policy.

Must possess and maintain a valid Emergency First Aid certificate.

Must possess and maintain a CPR Level C Certificate.

A Police Record Check (Vulnerable Sector) satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain Police Information Search information please visit: www.winnipeg.ca/police.

Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position, which includes walking/standing for periods of time, lifting and carrying of materials up to 45 lbs.