Township of LangleyRecreation ProgrammerCompetition Number:26-U104Employment Type:Regular Full-TimePay Rate:$38.65 - $45.48 per hour (five steps, 2026 rates), plus benefitsHours of Work:40 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; Non-standard hours and/or non-standard work weeksCompetition Opening Date:September 21, 2026Competition Internal Closing Date:September 29, 2026Competition External Closing Date:October 12, 2026Job OverviewThe Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a regular full-time Recreation Programmer to join our team of professionals in the Recreation, Arts and Culture Division, Recreation Programs and Services Department. Reporting to the Community Recreation Manager, in this unionized position you will apply your knowledge and experience in recreation to supervise, plan, and coordinate daily activities and special events for various municipal recreation facilities throughout our community.ResponsibilitiesDevelop, plan, recommend, and upon approval, implement, coordinate, promote and administer programs, activities and eventsAssist a supervisor in assessing the needs and interests of a communityCommunicate effectively with individuals, organizations, and special interest groups in assigned programsOrder supplies and equipment as required and ensure equipment maintenance schedules are maintainedAssist in providing information on recreation programs and attend community meetings as requiredRecruit, train, schedule and evaluate employees and contract workersAssist in budget preparation, monitoring, and oversight issues for program budgetsPerform related work as requiredQualificationsUniversity graduation in recreation or a related discipline or completion of a diploma or certificate program in community recreation, or a related discipline at a recognized institution supplemented by courses related to the area of assignment,



and several years' experience including experience in the area of assignment or an equivalent combination of training and experienceSound knowledge of the principles, philosophy, objectives, and methods to develop and administer recreation programsKnowledge of social, cultural, and recreational needs, and the methods used in determining the needs/interests of particular target groupsDemonstrated understanding and knowledge in the recreation industry and/or one or more of the following areas: sports, aquatics, physical fitness, arts and crafts, arenas, special events, social and cultural, for all ages and abilitiesTeamwork, initiative and a robust background in recreation programming, recreation centre supervision, and collaborating with community groups, volunteers, and participants of all agesCertifications and/or demonstrated knowledge in recreation programming, arena operations, aquatic operations, sports, and/or physical fitness are considered assetsThis position is defined by the Township of Langley as a position of trust and requires a Police Information Check (not required as part of the application process, however, will be required upon consideration for employment).Required Certifications/LicensesCandidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application.BC Class 5 (full-privilege) Driver's License or equivalent driver's license. You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5-year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver's License or Drivers Factor Report will not be accepted.Basic (Emergency) First Aid and CPR-C with AED certificationApplications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply.

📌 Recreation Programmer (Langley)
🏢 Township of Langley
📍 Langley