Position Overview

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Recreation Assistant plans, coordinates and delivers recreational programs, activities and community events for residents of all ages. Working collaboratively with the MLCC team, this position supports the Marsh Lake Community Society’s vision of building and maintaining a healthy, vibrant and active community.

Hours and Compensation

- Term: December 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027 (6 months)
- Hours: 21 hours per week
- Wage: $25-$30 per hour depending on experience
- Schedule: Flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and special events as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Recreation Programming and Events

- Plan, organize and deliver recreational programs and activities for all ages, including drop-in sports, games, workshops and community events.
- Coordinate entertainment and activities at the Jackalope clubroom, including live music, open mic nights and karaoke.
- Identify recreation trends and community needs through feedback, surveys and other needs assessments.
- Develop partnerships with community members, organizations and service providers to expand programming opportunities.
- Recruit, coordinate, train and recognize volunteers.

Facility and Community Support

- Provide front-line coverage as required, including opening and closing the Centre, greeting visitors, answering enquiries and managing program and event reservations.
- Assist with facility rentals, meetings, workshops and events, including room setup, equipment, refreshments and cleanup.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, organized and welcoming facility, including indoor and outdoor areas.
- Ensure programs and activities follow applicable policies, procedures and safety requirements.





Communications and Promotion

- Promote programs, activities and events through weekly newsletters, monthly calendars, posters, the MLCC website, Facebook and other event listings.
- Gather programming ideas and feedback from residents and communicate community updates through local media, including CBC radio check-ins.

Funding and Reporting

- Assist with preparing and submitting funding applications, budgets, receipts and required reports in coordination with the Executive Director.
- Support communication with funders, including Lotteries Yukon, Sport Yukon, the Youth Development Fund and the Youth Investment Fund.
- Help develop, monitor and report on program budgets in collaboration with the Executive Director, ensuring funding requirements are met.
- Maintain organized funding records and documentation to support reporting and accountability.

The Executive Director retains final oversight and approval of funding applications, budgets and reporting. Funding responsibilities will be shared and coordinated to ensure continuity during periods when either position is not working.

Skills and Qualifications

- Post-secondary education related to recreation and leisure, preferably with an emphasis on community recreation, and at least two years of recreation experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A passion for recreation, community engagement and wellness.
- Solid interpersonal, communication, organizational and teamwork skills.
- Experience in community recreation development is an asset.
- Current First Aid certification required within 90 days of hiring; cost covered by MLCC.
- Must provide an RCMP criminal record check and vulnerable sector check.

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