This position
will coordinate program opportunities across the OPDP team to achieve similar processes and procedures. The successful candidate will also be responsible for researching and delivering content for educational programs, websites, social media and promotional material.
With a focus on the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:
Assist the Program Leads with planning, program coordination, volunteer management, program evaluation and event coordination for community programs
Implement programs and initiatives based on work plans
Coordinate the procurement of supplies and monitor the program budget
Prepare and distribute marketing and communications resources according to the Communications and Engagement Plan
Support the development and delivery of information-sharing and educational opportunities, including presentations, workshops and training
Research and develop content for educational programs, websites, newsletters, social media and promotional materials
Respond to customer and stakeholder inquiries
Create maps and other geospatial resources using Google Maps
Support the celebration of beautification and gardening efforts in the city
Supervise seasonal staff, delegate work and monitor task completion
Provide input on program development, strategic planning and policy development as needed
Complete hazard assessments, perform inspections and site visits and other related tasks to allow programs to meet provincial OHS standards. Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining safety training materials for programs and support the delivery of safety and program-related training
Manage databases and analyze key performance indicators
Provide status reports on program deliverables and activities
Other duties as required

Qualifications:
Degree or Diploma in Recreation, Leisure, Physical Education or a related discipline
Minimum of 1 year experience in Program Delivery
Minimum of 1 year in a supervisory role, including coaching, scheduling, recruitment and training of staff
Valid First Aid and CPR Level C required
Considerable experience and knowledge of the delivery of programming
Ability to provide leadership to staff and volunteers
Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders, supervisors, co-workers and the public
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently effectively with little or no supervision
Must have the ability to work a variety of shifts which may include evenings and weekends
Ability to deal effectively with potentially stressful situations
Ability to work both in an office and outdoor environment in variable working conditions
Excellent communication and customer services skills, both written and verbal
Excellent organizational skills to track and record program data information
Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
Hire is dependent on Police Information Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver’s permit is a requirement of this position. Must arrange own transportation to be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy which may require business auto insurance
Applicants may be tested
The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to

Apply.
To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95.
The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact Employment@edmonton.ca

COVID-19 Notice:
The City of Edmonton has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination. Employees who cannot be fully vaccinated on the basis of a protected legal ground (e.g. medical, religious) may request an exemption. Please note that this policy applies to all employees, including new hires, and volunteers. If your application is successful, you will be asked to provide proof of vaccination or request an exemption.