Job Description

Play an Integral Role in Delivering Park and Recreation Experiences to our City!About our community:Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community. It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts, and sports. Prince George's central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects residents, businesses, resources, and agricultural products to markets around the world. And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George - spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you! Discover all these opportunities and more!About our organization:The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.About the opportunity:In this dynamic role, you will facilitate community involvement in the delivery of parks recreation services for the City.You'll also be responsible for park, sport field, outdoor facility, school bookings, park recreation agreements and partnership coordination. You will use your independent initiative and ability to professionally and effectively interact with a diverse range of clients in this high-profile role. Your well-developed organizational and problem-solving skills will assist you in providing quality service to our clientele.About your background:Along with a diploma or degree in recreation, sport administration or a related field, you have at least two years of related experience in recreation programming or sport administration. You have considerable knowledge and demonstrated expertise in park and recreation programming. You have a strong customer service focus, are flexible and adaptable and can work independently with sound judgement. A valid, full privilege Class 5 driver's license is required along with a Police Information Check for offences related to the position.Why you will love working for our Parks Services team at the City of Prince George:

• Play an integral role in delivering quality park and recreation experiences to our community.
• Work with a professional team with a commitment to service excellence.
• Enjoy a competitive wage of $40.72 to $41.67 per hour plus excellent benefits and pension package.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by January 10, 2025 to:Want to know more about this exciting career?Please refer to the job description on our website for more details!Want to know more about living and working in Prince George?Please visit: /The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

City of Prince George