Posts Tagged ‘Community Development’
MacDonald Island Park Fitness Supervisor – Fort McMurray
Job Title: Fitness Supervisor
Department: Programs and Services
Report to: Sport and Leisure Services Manager
Classification: Non-Union
Posting Period: 10th-16th, September
Position Overview:
This position is responsible for the overall supervision and coordination of the fitness centre, group fitness room, indoor track, and fitness programs offered by MacDonald Island Park. Responsibilities includes fitness programming, staff scheduling and training, responding to the guests and community needs, promoting membership opportunities, as well providing resources and support to guests and staff at MacDonald Island Park.
Responsibilities:
• Assist with budget projections and monitor expenditures while achieving maximum levels of service to our guests, user groups, and staff
• Responsible for the daily supervision, leadership, task assigning, and scheduling of the fitness centre staff, fitness class instructors, personal trainers, nutritionists, and contractors
• Identify staff training needs and conduct orientations as necessary
• Assist with guest services including, but not limited to: check-ins, selling day passes, cash outs, reconciliations
• Create programs for fitness centre users, group fitness participants, corporate fitness groups, various interest groups, and MacDonald Island Park staff
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the fitness industry
• Assist with developing and implementing fitness centre policies for staff and for users
• Complete additional projects as assigned by the Sport and Leisure Services Manager and/or the Director of Programs and Services
• Create programs for fitness centre users, group fitness participants, corporate fitness groups, various interest groups, and MacDonald Island Park staff
• Ensure the safety of staff members and fitness users and evaluate systems and procedures on a regular basis
Qualifications Required:
Mandatory:
• Current Standard First Aid/AED certificate or equivalent (including CPR C)
• Fitness Leadership Certification (AFLCA) and Can-Fit-Pro or Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
• Degree or Diploma in Kinesiology, Physical Education, or related discipline, or equivalent education and experience
• Minimum 3 years experience working in the fitness industry, preferably in a supervisory position
Desirable:
• Nutritional consultation
• Customer service and sales experience
• Team building program experience
Knowledge & Education:
• Strong background in fitness, programming and the health industry
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and oral skills
• Excellent knowledge of the operation of weight training and cardiovascular equipment, physical fitness, physiology, and anatomy
• Good working knowledge in regards to a variety of sports and understanding basic strategy, muscle movement, and muscle development to specific sports
• Ability to successfully evaluate program successes and failures
• Possess strong coordination and leadership skills
• Strong organizational skills and experience in risk management
• Ability to work with Word, Excel, and Outlook, and PowerPoint
Working Conditions:
This position requires full-time work of 40 hours per week and a flexible schedule including early morning, late night and weekends. The salary for this position is $60,000.00 annually plus COLA and company sponsored benefits.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to hr0070@macisland.ab.ca or fax to 780-791-2898
Community Recreation Coordinator – Recreation Officer II – City of Edmonton
Posted On: Sep 1, 2009
Closing Date – 11:00pm on: Sep 15, 2009
Union: CSU 52
Number of Openings (up to): 1 – Permanent Full-time
Department: Community Building West Section (Community Services Department)
Work Location: Parks and Community Services Building, #110, 11410 – 149 Street
Description
The Neighbourhood and Community Development Branch of the Community Services Department is seeking a Community Recreation Coordinator to provide community, organizational and program development services. Some of the general job functions of the Community Recreation Coordinator are as follows:
• Facilitating community groups in identifying and meeting their recreational, community, and parkland development needs through needs assessment, planning processes, resource development, problem-solving, and partnership development.
• Providing resource information including grant programs.
• Initiating training opportunities in leadership and organizational development.
• Developing community-based year round program plans.
• Communicating information and referral to groups and the general public.
• Presenting public education on identified recreation issues.
• Actively participating in the development of processes, systems and/or programs within the Branch.
Job Requirements
• University graduation in Recreation Administration or related degree.
• A minimum of five years experience in the field of community recreation with demonstrated competency in community/organizational development, recreation program development and the provision of information/referral.
• Project management and needs assessment experience is an asset.
• Experience working with multi-cultural and high needs groups is an asset.
• Strong analytical and group facilitation skills.
• Grant application and proposal writing skills.
NOTE:
• A security clearance is a condition of employment. The Check must be completed prior to commencement of employment and is the financial responsibility of the candidate.
• Applicants will be required to arrange their own transportation and where appropriate will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the applicant to obtain business use auto insurance.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operators License.
HOURS OF WORK: 33.75 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Hours of work may be subject to the terms and conditions of a variable hours of work program.
SALARY RANGE: 21M, Salary Grade: 025, $31.398 – $39.421 (Hourly), $2,119.37- $2,660.92 (Bi-Weekly), $55,315.43 – $69,449.95 (Annually). The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.
GENERAL: Civic Service Union 52 members are requested to send a copy of their application for this competition to the union office. The City of Edmonton thanks all applicants for their interest in this employment opportunity. Those candidates considered for the position will be contacted. BB/JZ
To apply online and for further details, visit http://www.edmonton.ca/careers
** Please quote job #3846 on your resume/application **