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Parkbridge

CA$18/hr

Work with management team to ensure program supply needs are correct &purchasedin a timely manner ... Recreation program planning and implementation an asset * Ability to develop & lead sports ...

Revera, Inc.

Recreation Manager

Newmarket, ON

... and recreation. Perks and Benefits for the Active Living Manager: We believe in rewarding our ... This program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to excel in ...

Revera, Inc.

Recreation Manager

Mississauga, ON

... and recreation. Perks and Benefits for the Active Living Manager: We believe in rewarding our ... This program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to excel in ...

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services - CFMWS

CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs ... management protocols. You will establish clear, consistent, and proactive communication with ...

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What are some common challenges faced by recreation program managers in coordinating community events?

Recreation Program Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing limited resources with diverse community needs, managing logistics for multiple simultaneous events, and ensuring strong participation. They must also address safety concerns, adapt to changing weather or facility issues, and communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, and participants. Successfully overcoming these challenges involves strong organizational skills, creative problem-solving, and the ability to build collaborative relationships within the community and with partner organizations.

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What does a recreation program manager do?

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Student - Recreation Program Staff

Town of Tillsonburg

Tillsonburg, ON • On-site

CA$17.60/hr

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Student - Recreation Program Staff

Town of Tillsonburg is looking for eight (8) enthusiastic Recreation Program Staff to join our busy Tillsonburg Community Center team. The successful candidate will be responsible for effective supervision and instruction in recreation programming/program areas. Programming/program areas include, but is not limited to, youth programs, day camps, public skates and Health Club facilities.

Department: Recreation, Culture and Parks
Reports To: Programs Supervisor
Hourly rate: $17.60/hour
Weekly hours: up to 20 hours
Start date: September 7, 2026
End date: September 6, 2027
Vacancy: 8 (existing)
This position has the option to enroll in OMERS defined pension plan.
Criminal Record Check required for this position.  If over eighteen (18) years of age, a Vulnerable Sector Check will be required. 
Interested candidates please apply prior to the end of day on Sunday, August 9, 2026.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate recreation activities and help ensure programming is inclusive and adaptable.
  • Provide instruction for recreation programs.
  • Closely monitor participants' conduct and provide ongoing supervision.
  • Take admissions and maintain program attendance records.
  • Open and close the Health Club, including shifts as early as 5:30am, and as late as 9:00pm.
  • Prioritize and ensure participant well-being, safety, and protection. Evaluate situations of potential risk proactively taking mitigating actions to address them.
  • Organize and assist with set-up and clean-up of program areas and activities.
  • Maintain safe, clean and organized recreation areas. Fill out cleaning and program logs where applicable.
  • Regularly engage with program participants and members, enforcing rules where needed and providing education on proper program etiquette.
  • Ensure all program participants are registered and/or adhering to correct membership, passes and payment procedures.
  • Supervision of public skates, including on ice duties and admissions
  • Communicates program supply and equipment needs to Program Coordinator/Supervisor as required.
  • Prepare and implement assigned activities with the use of program plans.
  • Attend all schedule staff meetings and training sessions.
  • Follow all Town policies and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

  • High School Student
  • Standard First Aid with CPR Level C or the ability to obtain it
  • HIGH FIVE training in the Principles of Healthy Child Development; Principles in Action; Healthy Mind, Healthy Child or the ability to obtain it.
  • Skills in facilitating activities including crafts, sports, dance, gymnastics, skating and day camp programming. *Preference will be given to applicants who highlight these skills*
  • Software experience; ability to learn new programs and procedures
  • Experience working with children.
  • Excellent customer service and time management skills.
  • Hard working, motivated and reliable - with the ability to attend work regularly and punctually.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and accept and follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to swim and skate are preferred.
  • Ability to attend all orientation and training sessions.
  • Availability to work evenings and on weekends.
About the recruitment process

All new Town of Tillsonburg employees are required to complete a Police Record Check.
The Town will accommodate any individual needs you have throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Please contact us if you require any accommodations.

The Town of Tillsonburg is an equal opportunity employer and all information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted. 

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