Job Description

Organization Overview

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m??k??y?m (Musqueam), The University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA) is a not-for-profit organization that provides municipal-like services to approximately 15,000 residents who live in the University of British Columbia's Point Grey campus. At the UNA, we have built a workplace culture centred around creating strong and diverse communities. UNA Recreation seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose & Function

This is supervisory and recreation programming work in assisting in the development, coordination and implementation of community recreation programs. An employee of this class assumes responsibility for directing segments of an approved community recreation program, provides guidance and recommendations to community program committees, recruits and instructs part-time staff, schedules, evaluates and reports on programs, and performs moderately complex administrative duties. Under the direction of the Assistant Recreation Manager - Programs & Events The Recreation Programmer exercises independent judgement on matters pertaining to the development, coordination and actual implementation of approved programs but difficult or unusual problems are referred to a superior.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Identifies and reports on a segment of the overall community centre recreation program and assumes responsibility for coordinating and directing same segments. Makes recommendations on the development, implementation and discontinuation of recreation programs and events. Provides guidance and information to community groups and committees related to the work performed; promotes interest and participation in program activities; establishes and maintains liaison with agencies and community groups. Recruits, instructs and directs group leaders, part-time staff and volunteers. Provides orientation and supervises the work of other full-time and part-time staff involved in approved recreation programs. Schedules and supervises Program Assistants as assigned. In consultation with peers, arranges for and schedules space within the assigned facilities or area; participates in the review of centre policies and procedures. Monitors programs, keeps statistical records and prepares narrative evaluations of programs. Maintains a variety of operating, and administrative records, provides cost and revenue estimates for a segment of the community centre recreation programs and assists in overseeing collection and accounting for admissions and fees. Initiates requisitions for materials and equipment within budgetary limits and arranges for the disposal of unsafe, worn or obsolete equipment. Prepares publicity material for the promotion of programs or events. Enforces rules and regulations and deals consistently and tactfully with groups or individuals who fail to observe these and acts in the absence of a superior, on an assigned shift. Develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates recreation, wellness, social, cultural and educational programs that are inclusive and responsive to the diverse needs of the community. Collaborates with community agencies to reach community members who are underserved, isolated, and at-risk; to reduce barriers and increase access to community resources. Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

University graduation in Recreation or a related discipline and preferably a minimum of one year's part-time experience related to the work OR completion of an approved diploma course in recreation and preferably a minimum of two years' full-time experience related to the work
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of a planned community recreation program. Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment and practices involved in conducting community recreation programs. Working knowledge of the policies of the UNA as applied to community recreation. Working knowledge of the fundamentals of program leadership and recreational instruction. The ability to organize, promote and direct others in a variety of group recreational activities. The ability to provide guidance to community recreation program committees and to promote interest and participation in program activities. The ability to recruit, instruct, provide orientation, assign, and review the work of recreational personnel. The ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public and maintain control and exercise discipline with tact and consistency. The ability to maintain statistical, financial and clerical records and write reports. Skill in the use of recreational equipment and the performance of various recreational activities.
A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Department:

Recreation

Affiliation:

Non-Union

Employment Type:

Regular Full Time, Temporary

Position Start Date:

October 1st, 2025

Salary Information:

$52,500 to $61,000

Application Close: September 05, 2025

At the UNA, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Dave Gillis, Recreation Manager

University Neighbourhoods Association
#202-5923 Berton Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V6S 0B3
Email: dave.gillis@myuna.ca

For more information on the UNA, and to view the detailed job description visit www.myuna.ca.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $52,500.00-$61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Employee assistance program Extended health care On-site gym Paid time off Work from home
Work Location: In person