Job Type:
Other

Organization:
Village of Consort

Job Description :

The Village of Consort is seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated, team oriented person for the position of Recreation Director. We are looking for a self-motivated team player to join our team. We offer a supportive workplace setting that promotes transparency, innovation and community building.

This is a full time position requiring the ability to work flexible hours, evening, week-ends and some overtime depending on program demands.

Reporting to the CAO, the Recreation Director shall perform regular maintenance duties required in the day to day operations of the Sportex (consisting of hockey arena, curling rink, bowling alley and community hall), including but not limited to custodial duties, enforcement of rules and policies, installation and maintenance of ice surfaces, Zamboni operation and maintenance, ice plant maintenance and inspections, pool maintenance, sportsgrounds maintenance, campsite maintenance, green space maintenance and playground maintenance.

The suitable candidate will be an individual with initiative and a strong sense of responsibility, have a practical aptitude to carry out work assignments, have a friendly, helpful personality and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with sport, recreation and leisure program in Consort.
Ensure both recreation and community facilities are properly maintained in the highest standard in order to provide a safe, clean and appropriate environment for recreation and community activities.
Assist in planning and implementation of recreation and culture programs.
Ability to work with all staff, senior administration, contractors, consultants, user groups and local volunteers.
Develop regular maintenance scheduled for our facilities.
Ability to take initiative and apply practical knowledge to resolve new, unusual or troublesome situations.
The ability to liaison with community groups to enhance the community and its facilities.
Knowledge of applicable regulations, equipment and software.
Take initiative and set realistic goals and develop plans to achieve them in a team environment.
Assist with the planning and implementation of a variety of community/special events.
Promotion of all recreation/cultural programs and facilities.

Qualifications:

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class 5 Alberta Provincial Driver’s License and Drivers Abstract.
Applicable degrees or certifications will be given preference.
Criminal Record Check and Child Welfare Check.
Mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
St. John First Aid Certificate.
WHMIS certification.
Computer experience preferable.
Willingness and ability to obtain an Arena Operator Certificate and Pool Operator Certificate within a reasonable time frame.
Be committed to safety practices and procedures.

The Village offers an excellent rate of pay (hourly wage range $27.05 – $32.33) dependant on qualifications and experience.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume to the undersigned. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those being considered will be contacted.

Applications will be accepted until noon of the closing date.

Closing Date:
August 28, 2015