Job Description

The Rural Municipality of North Shore is seeking a talented and motivated Recreation and Event Coordinator. DUTIES

• Coordinate and implement sport, recreation, and leisure programs, including collaborating with local associations for softball, soccer, and flag football, and other outside agencies.
• Coordinate community events, for example Canada Day festivities, including managing volunteers.
• Manage private rentals of municipal facilities, including birthday parties, meetings, and weddings.
• Seek out additional opportunities for activities which will promote a healthy lifestyle for community residents.
• Prepare needs assessments and assist with the monitoring, care, and maintenance of recreational equipment and facilities in the community, including Stanhope Place, North Shore Community Center, and Grand Tracadie School.
• Participate in Recreation Committee meetings with individuals from the council and wider community.
• Assist with planning for future recreational infrastructure projects (ex. rinks, parks, trails, sports fields)
• Accountable to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and will perform similar activities as may be assigned by CAO.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated knowledge and successful background in the area of recreation and physical activity.
• Possession of excellent interpersonal communication skills via in person, email, and telephone.
• Ability to represent the municipality in a professional manner.
• Ability to relate well and work effectively with the public.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends and adapt to a flexible schedule.
• Effective time management and ability to multi-task.
• Experience with a variety of office software
• Clear Criminal Record checks. Must be bondable.
• Ability to perform some physical labour (loading/unloading equipment at events and office).

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree or a Diploma in education, recreation, physical education, sports management or a related field.
• Knowledge of and experience in the field of direct programming, recreation, and community development.
• Volunteer management skills.
• Knowledge and skills to operate social media accounts.
• Strong writing skills and an ability to write concisely and persuasively (for example brochures, newsletters, social media, and reports).
• Valid PEI driver\xe2\x80\x99s license.
• Experience with any grant administration or bookkeeping skills
• Currently legally entitled to work in Canada.

HOURS

• 30 to 40 hours per week, depending on candidate availability and skills, to be negotiated prior to start date.
• Hours are mainly during the day, but some evening and weekends work is required based on event scheduling.

COMPENSATION

• Wage range: $18 to $23 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay, based on the skills and experience of the applicant.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Application deadline: Monday, November 27, 2023
• Submit a resume & cover letter by to Sarah Wheatley, CAO of the Rural Municipality of North Shore at administrator@northshorepei.ca
• We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.\xe2\x80\x8b

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $18.00-$23.00 per hour Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2023-11-27