Current Postings

Recreation Programmer


Competition No: 2024-RP

Duration: Auxiliary

Salary: $34.63 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits

Last Updated: 10/1/24

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community.  With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team.  People like you!

Our Parks, Recreation and Culture department is seeking a talented individual for the role of Recreation Programmer at our Burnaby Aquatic Centres. If you are interested in rewarding municipal work while making a difference in the community, this position is for you!

Duties include planning, developing, scheduling, coordinating, and implementing a variety of specified recreational, social and cultural programs. The work involves hiring, training and supervising program staff, establishing and maintaining liaison with community groups, the general public and variety of internal and external contacts, promoting and publicizing interest and participation in program activities and assisting in the preparation and monitoring of program budgets. Performs related work as required.

To qualify, you’ll need to have graduated from a community college in a related field and have sound related experience including some supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Other attributes include knowledge of recreational interests, needs, and resources of the community served and knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques. The ability to present ideas and viewpoints effectively both orally and in writing, along with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of contacts. A valid Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia is required.

Please note that a police information check may be required for this position.

Pay Rate: $34.63 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits.

Location: Various Burnaby Aquatic Centres

Hours of work: This is an auxiliary position hours and shifts are dependent on operational requirements and scheduled on an as needed basis. Typical shifts are minimum four hours in length between operating hours of 5:30am – 11:00pm Monday to Sunday.

Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. This competition will remain open until all positions are filled.

At the City of Burnaby, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve. We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted

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