For starters, you can take great pride in our organization, its positive work culture, and our exceptional team of talented professionals, who accomplish outstanding work each and every day for our citizens. Our team is composed of many compassionate professionals who value giving back to the community and are guided by the organization’s core values of Wellness, Respect, Integrity, Service, and Teamwork. As a municipal government organization, the Town of Canmore exists to serve the community and visitors to Canmore.

Reporting to the Supervisor of Recreation, the Sport & Fitness Coordinator plans, promotes, delivers, and evaluates inclusive sport, fitness, wellness, and active living programs. This role leads staff, volunteers, and partners to provide safe, inclusive, high-quality, and sustainable services that increase participation, support community well-being, and deliver excellent customer service. It also provides operational leadership, oversees fitness spaces, and may include teaching core fitness classes to maintain service standards.

As a member of the Recreation Leadership team, this position supports all business units and facility operations, helps oversee public spaces, and promotes a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. Plan, deliver, evaluate, and continuously improve sport, fitness, wellness, active living, and recreation programs, including core classes, registered programs, and drop-in sport opportunities. Assess community needs, participation trends, and industry best practices to develop new programs and enhance existing services.

Monitor program registrations and participation levels, adjusting schedules, services, and offerings to meet community needs and organizational objectives. Lead the management of fitness equipment and program supplies, including preventative maintenance, purchasing, cleaning, and inventory. Contribute to budget development, financial reporting, and revenue monitoring, supporting achievement of participation, service, and revenue targets.

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Service and Community Experience Communicate effectively and respectfully with staff,



participants, community partners, and other interest holders to promote engagement, collaboration, and positive relationships. Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations, recreation service providers, and other interest holders. Promote a positive image of the Town of Canmore and support marketing, communications, customer service, and community engagement initiatives that increase awareness and participation. Participate in the Manager on Duty program, providing after-hours leadership, operational support, and issue resolution as required across all business units. Support the management of public spaces in Recreation facilities. Collaboration and Continuous Improvement Contribute to service continuity, program growth, and innovation through creative problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal teams, community organizations, recreation service providers, and other interest holders. Fulfill the Supervisor responsibilities under the Town's Health & Safety Directive, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, risk management practices, and organizational policies and procedures. Maintain safe and inclusive environments for staff, contractors, volunteers, and participants. Support operational risk management by monitoring facilities, equipment, programs, and service delivery practices to identify and address potential safety concerns. Fosters effective collaboration by building strong networks, promoting cooperation across teams and boundaries, and aligning partners and interest holders to achieve shared organizational priorities and outcomes Demonstrates a respectful,



solution-oriented approach, building trust and positive relationships Effectively leads, supports, and adapts to organizational change initiatives, demonstrating flexibility, resilience, and a continuous improvement mindset. Demonstrates integrity through consistent, competent performance, ethical decision-making, and transparent, values-based communication that reflects what is best about the organization Champions innovation and supports organizational changes that enhance effectiveness and efficiency. Leads and implements change management practices with intention and clarity, while guiding and supporting others to adapt successfully and sustain new ways of working Education, Experience &

Certifications Minimum two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in sport, fitness, recreation, or wellness programming. Ability to work evenings and weekends Strong verbal and written communication skills in English Strong administrative skills, includingmaintainingaccuraterecords, reports, and personnel documentation (e.g., certifications and training records) Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities Preferred/Asset Post-secondary education in Recreation Management, Kinesiology, Sport Management, Physical Education, Leisure Studies, Health Promotion, or related field Group Fitness certifications (CanFitPro, AFLCA,) or other additional fitness, coaching, or instructional certifications Experience building partnerships and relationships with third-party organizations Experience withIntelliLeisure, Dayforce, or similar scheduling and recreation management systems Hiring Range: $35.85 - $39.35 per hour- Pay rate will be calculated based on successful candidate’s related work experience and education. This is a Permanent Full-Time position (40 hours per week) Competitive benefits package, & health spending account Personal development & learning opportunities This posting will remain open until 9:59 pm MDT on October 2nd, 2026. #

📌 Program Coordinator - Sport & Fitness (Canmore)
🏢 The Town of Canmore
📍 Canmore