Purpose: TheProgramManager leads the full lifecycle of both sports and recreation programs across all seasons and age groups for the Sports & Recreation Unit. This role serves as the primary liaison for Minor Sports associations, community recreation partners, and seasonal outdoor programming. The Sports & RecProgramManager is accountable for participation, revenue, and community satisfaction across sports and recreation.

Roles & Responsibilities: Manages Sports and Recreation Program Operations - Develops, implements, and oversees sports and recreation programs and seasonal activities to meet community needs. Prepares and manages program budgets, including grant funding, registration revenue, and program expenditures.

- Reviews and authorizes program-related purchases and invoicesin accordance withestablished financial procedures.
- Monitors program expenditures andidentifiesbudget variances, providing recommendations asrequired.
- Managesassociation feeschedules, program registrations, and related financial records. Coordinates facility and program logistics - Works with GM to help coordinateeventlogistics, including setup, teardown, timing, equipment, and supplies.
- Works withtheGeneralManager of Facilitiesongroundspreparation and facility conditions.
- Assistsin the planning and coordination of community events,tournamentsand seasonal activities.
- Oversees and coordinates community service program within the Sportsand Recreation Unit.

Builds Community

Partnerships and Stakeholder Relationships - Serves as the primary liaison with Minor Sports associations, community organizations, participants, and other stakeholders.





- Responds to inquiries andcommunicatesprogram information, updates, and changes to participants and the community.
- Representsthe Sports and Recreation Unit at meetings, community events, and partnership initiatives.
- Develops andmaintainspositive working relationships with community partners to enhance recreation opportunities.

Promotes

Safe and Effective Program Delivery - Ensures sports and recreation programs are delivered in a safe manner andin accordance withorganizational policies and applicable legislation.

- Coordinates participant registrations, waivers, emergency contact information, and incident reporting.
- Assistsinidentifyingand mitigating risks associated with programs, facilities, andspecial events.
- Ensures staff and volunteers receiveappropriate orientationandrequiredsafety training.
- Promotes safe practices for participants, staff, volunteers, and visitors.

Education & Experience:

- DEC inCommunity, Recreation and Leadership Trainingor a Related Field, plus three (3)yearsrelevant experience. OR - High School Diploma, plus five (5)yearsrelevant experience. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Knowledge of allKahnawà:keSRU programs and services.
- Knowledge of MCK policies,



programs,administration, and operational procedures.
- Knowledge of the structure and policies of federal, provincial, and Aboriginal organizations.
- Knowledge of strategic and operational planning - Budgeting skills (projection and monitoring) - Management skills (supervision and team leadership) - Project management skills (planning & implementation) - Facilitation skills (group and interpersonal).
- Strong meeting coordination skills - Oral presentation and public speaking skills - Organizational skills (administration and coordination).
- Research skills (analysis and problem solving).
- Communication skills (oral and written).
- Ability to use judgment and take initiative.
- Ability to work independently and with a team.
- Conducts business with internal and external clients in a tactful,discreetand courteous manner.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Adhere to the MCK Administration Manual-Personnel Policy andKanien’kéhaLanguage initiatives.
- Ability to communicate in theKanien’kéhaand French languages is an asset.
- The willingness to learn theKanien’kéhalanguage.

Working Environment

- Five-day work week is performed in an office setting.
- Moderate stress due to workload.
- Occasional overtime.

Benefits

- Organizational events
- Pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care (telemedicine, health professionals, etc.)
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
- 20 vacation days
- 15 wellness days
- *Benefitsevolve and can be subject to change.

📌 Program Manager (Canada)
🏢 Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke
📍 Canada