Nestled within the beautiful Rocky Mountains, in the southeast corner of British Columbia, the East Kootenayregion is a four-season destination offering some of the continent’s finest outdoor recreation opportunities. From lakes and beaches to alpine meadows and snow-capped mountains, we have it all, right on our doorstep. The Regional District of East Kootenay serves 56,000 permanent residents and about 30,000 seasonal residents.

The Regional District of East Kootenay has an excellent opportunity for a qualified and motivated individual to work within a collaborative and innovative team as the Recreation Services Supervisor. This position is located out of the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena in Invermere and commences on or about March 14, 2016.

Reporting to the Environmental Services Manager, the Recreation Services Supervisor performs a variety of activities related to the promotion and delivery of recreation services throughout the Columbia Valley including: supervision of the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena staff and the general operation and maintenance of parks, trails and facilities; administration of bylaws, policies, agreements, purchasing and grant applications; and preparing and implementing capital and operating budgets to ensure delivery of quality local government services in an efficient, effective and friendly manner.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

A degree in recreation or a related discipline.
At least two years supervisory or management experience.
Ability to prepare financial plans, bylaws, agreements, and policies.
Thorough knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to attend evening and weekend meetings or other events as required.
Ability and willingness to work alone.

Required Licenses and Certificates:

British Columbia Drivers License.
Refrigeration Safety Awareness certificate.
Occupational First Aid Level 1 certificate.
Submission of a current Criminal Record Check.
CPSI Canadian Certified Playground Inspector is an asset.
Wildlife Danger Tree Assessor Certificate is an asset.

The RDEK offers a great work environment and an attractive total compensation package, which includes a competitive salary, excellent benefits, a modified work week and learning opportunities. This is a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) Union position with a starting salary of $5,318 per month ($35.06/hr) and a salary increase to $5,584 ($36.82/hr), after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.

Qualified individuals interested in this opportunity are invited to forward a resume including a cover letter, in confidence, prior to 4:30 pm, Friday, January 29, 2016 to: