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Recreation Program Assistant - Youth Services

(Part-Time, Time Stated)

Job ID
J0726-0384

Organization:
City of Port Coquitlam

Job Title:
26-068e - Recreation Program Assistant - Youth Services (Part-Time, Time Stated)

Job Type:
Time stated Part Time

Location:
Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada

Description:
Find out why our AMAZING employees love working for the City of Port Coquitlam! Affectionately known as “PoCo”, we are an award-winning values-based organization made up of a diverse and dedicated team of people who care deeply about the community they serve.

This is recreation leadership work in the area of assignment assisting in the development and execution and evaluation of recreation services and programs. Duties are performed in collaboration with a supervisor within established guidelines, practice and policies. Independent judgement is exercised on individual aspects of the program. Supervision including guidance and mentoring of staff is required. Work performance is monitored and reviewed by a supervisor in terms of the effectiveness of services rendered.

Some of the key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Assists in planning, developing, organizing, implementing and administering the operation and promotion of programs and services.
• Supervises, guides and mentors the work of subordinates.
• Assists a supervisor in liaising with community groups and associations.
• Drafts promotional material for review and approval by a supervisor.
• Prepares and maintains equipment and supply inventory records in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provides leadership and instruction for various programs and activities.
• Provides input and monitors the performance of contractors.
• May participate in the recruitment of staff and volunteers. Provides input into staff and volunteer evaluations.
• Assists with training and orientation of staff and volunteers.
• Assists with staff scheduling and shift coverage. Reviews timecards for accuracy.
• Drafts a variety of reports and maintains records related to the work.
• Assists with the development of new programs and implements programs.
• Assists with monitoring program budgets.
• Assumes responsibility for the operation and security of a recreation facility in accordance with the established policies and procedures on assigned shifts and or in the absence of a supervisor.
• Resolves public service complaints in accordance with the established procedures, and difficult or unusual situations are referred to a supervisor.

The successful candidate for this position will have:

• Completion of six (6) post-secondary courses in Community Recreation or a related discipline, three of which must be in the area of assignment (i.e. youth engagement, youth leadership, youth programming, youth outreach)
• Six (6) Months supervisory experience or a post-secondary course in leadership and/or supervision
• One (1) year full time equivalent experience in the area of assignment
• Food Safe to be completed within two months of being awarded the position
• Standard First Aid

Why should you consider working for us?

• Our organization is the ideal size for you to make a difference and have an impact
• We care deeply about our community
• We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed
• An hourly starting wage of $33.37 (2025 rate of pay) plus 16% in lieu of vacation and statutory holiday pay
• We are a living wage employer

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply online by July 20, 2026, at www.portcoquitlam.ca/cityjobs quoting competition number 26-068e.

The City wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

To be considered for this position, all certifications and licenses need to be uploaded with your resume and cover letter.

The City of Port Coquitlam will conduct a criminal record check.