Recreation Technician 13 - City of Saskatoon, Saskatoon

The opportunity

The City of Saskatoon is seeking a qualified candidate for a temporary full-time Recreation Technician 13 position within the Community Services division, Recreation and Community Development department. This is a CUPE 59 position available for approximately 12 months, offering a fantastic opportunity for individuals seeking administration jobs in Saskatoon and looking to contribute to local municipal leisure services.

Under the supervision of the Site Administrator, you will play a key role in shaping public leisure offerings across local facilities.

What you'll do

In this dynamic role, you will oversee various programs, coordinate with external agencies, and ensure high standards of customer satisfaction and safety. Your primary duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Prepares program plans for leisure activities delivered by either the Department or in cooperation with external agencies in accordance with the program planning cycle.
• Assists with preparation of a yearly and seasonal, program and rental schedule for each site.
• Assists with the selection, recruitment, scheduling, performance assessment, development, and supervision of program staff.
• Coordinates and facilitates leadership training programs for instructors, staff, and volunteers.
• Coordinates facility and program requirements for various events delivered by external agencies at the various facilities.
• Prepares information, for promotional use, about activities delivered by the Department and external agencies, and rental opportunities, available at each facility.
• Evaluates the quality of programs delivered in order to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Assists with the facilitation of public participation processes to document the preferences and priorities for leisure activities and services provided by the Department and external agencies.
• Assists with the preparation of reports and analyses of activities, usage, customer satisfaction, and policies.
• Assists with preparation and monitoring of the program and rental budget.
• Provides interpretation of Department policies and procedures for the public and staff as it pertains to program and rentals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To be considered for this City of Saskatoon careers opportunity, candidates must meet specific education, training, experience, and technical requirements.

• Graduation from a two-year, post-secondary program in recreation and leisure.
• Four years’ related experience in the design and delivery of aquatic, fitness and/or recreation programs, including one year supervising program staff.
• Possession of valid recognized standard first aid and CPR certificates.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• A vehicle suitable for use in the performance of duties is required.
• Knowledge of the theory, philosophy, standards, trends, and practises of recreation program planning, particularly in municipal setting.
• Knowledge of principles, methods and application of evaluation related to program design and delivery, facility operation and customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to direct, supervise and train staff.
• Ability to express ideas and concepts effectively, orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences, including communicating technical information.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, peers, supervisor, volunteers, and the public.
• Ability to gather and analyse information related to the improvement of program design and delivery.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in program design, delivery, administration and evaluation.
• Demonstrated skill in budgeting for programs.
• Skill in the operation of a computer with word-processing and spreadsheet software.
• Acceptable current Criminal Record Check (CRC) upon offer of employment.