Position SummaryReporting to the Senior Director of Community Services, the Recreation Manager develops, implements, and maintains fitness and recreational programs for the Musqueam community. The Manager currently manages two regular staff, casual employees and more than 10 student employees during the summer months. This is a term position for one year.Roles & ResponsibilitiesPlans coordinates, organizes, develops recreational, athletic, fitness or sports activities, often in collaboration with other departmentsProvides lifestyle awareness informationLeads groups and individuals in recreational or leisure activities. Assists with cultural activities held at the Musqueam Community CenterAssembles supplies and sports or game equipment. Instructs users in the proper use of various fitness or sports equipmentMonitors recreational or sports activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when requiredPrepares and distributes flyers and brochures for recreational activitiesSchedules leagues and tournaments and enforce rules and policies of recreation programsHires, trains and supervises scheduling and evaluating permanent employee performance and summer staffHires, trains, and supervises casual staff as needed and maintains hiring records accordinglyWorks with Public Works and Facilities to maintain inventory of supplies and equipment; distribute supplies andequipment; assist with ordering supplies and equipment for recreation programsPrepares and maintains an annual departmental budget.



Monitors expenditures and payroll in accordance with policies and procedures and budgets. Locates and successfully obtains outside sources of fundingDevelops and maintains effective working relationships with Band members, colleagues and outside agenciesKeeps up to date on knowledge and trends of Recreation Programs that benefit membersMonitors recreation and fitness areas of the Musqueam Community Centre and ensures proper supervision of building by other regular and casual staffAssists with the development and implementation of Policy and procedureDevelops and monitors implementation of proceduresOther related duties as requiredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesSkill and knowledge usually attained by successful completion of Secondary School, with a college certificate in Recreation or Physical Education; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceA minimum of two years' management experience and/or a combination of Recreation program design and deliveryKnowledge of fitness equipment and how it worksKnowledge and experience of similar program delivery in the context of Musqueam or First Nations culture and historyKnowledge of budget preparation and alternate sources of funding; skills in locating sources for outside funding,



preparation of funding proposals, and acquiring the fundsSkill and knowledge in developing and presenting program progress reportsAbility to prepare and administer budget, maintain records and prepare reportsAbility to maintain confidentialityStrong oral and written communication skills and organizational skillsAbility to interact with a wide variety of individualsSkill in locating sources outside funding, preparation of funding proposals, and acquiring the fundsSkill and knowledge in development and presentation of program progress reports.Ability to use tact and valuable judgement in dealing with sensitive and complex issuesValid BC Driver's License and the provision of a licensed vehicle for work purposesCriminal Records CheckWorking ConditionsThe work is performed in an office environment as well as outdoorsAbility to work evenings and weekendsParticipation in recreation activitiesWhy work for Musqueam?Our success as a leader as a First Nations Government is built on the traditional teachings of our people, initiative and dedication of the Musqueam Indian Band. Providing a highly engaged traditional government that is member focused.Competitive salaryTraining and career developmentBusiness casual environmentCommunity fitness and gym accessComprehensive group benefits plan and pension planCentrally located with free parking; free onsite gym and class access; close to nature trails at UBC and along the Fraser River, shops, restaurants and services.

📌 Recreation Manager (Vancouver)
🏢 Musqueam
📍 Vancouver