Job Number: 3980
Classification Title: Aquatic Instructor
Posted On: Oct 5, 2009
Closing Date – 11:00pm on: Jan 3, 2010
Number of Openings (up to): 50 – Casual Ongoing Part-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: Programs & Events Section -Includes Archives and Kinsmen Sports Centre (Community Services Department)
Work Location(s):
Bonnie Doon Leisure Centre (010)
8648 – 81 St
Edmonton, T6C 2V9

Confederation Leisure Centre, 11204 – 43 Ave (027)
Edmonton, T6J 0X8

Millwoods Recreation Centre, 7207 – 28 Ave (160)
Edmonton, T6K 3Z3

Hardisty Fitness & Leisure Centre, 10535 – 65 St (095)
Edmonton, T6A 3X7

Eastglen Leisure Centre, 11410 – 68 St (084)
Edmonton, T5B 1P1

Londonderry Leisure Centre, 14528 – 66 St (109)
Edmonton, T5C 3R7

ACT Aquatic & Recreation Centre (006)
2909 113 AVE NW
Edmonton, T5W 0P3

Peter Hemingway Fitness Centre, 13808 – 111 Ave (124), T6J 0T8

O’Leary Leisure Centre (118)
8804 – 132 Ave
Edmonton, T5E 0T8

Kinsmen Sports & Fitness Centre, 9100 Walterdale Hill (104)
Edmonton, T6E 2V3

Jasper Place Fitness & Leisure Centre, 9200 – 163 St (155)
Edmonton, T5R 0A7

Grand Trunk Fitness & Leisure Centre, 13025 – 112 St (094)
Edmonton, T5E 6E4

Description:
The Community Services Department is looking for energetic, responsible and qualified individuals to work as Aquatic Instructors at various fitness and leisure centres. We also offer specialized training to assist with finding employment in this expanding market. Responsibilities for an Aquatics Instructor will include:

* Instructing aquatic lessons for children, youth, and/or adults.
* Evaluating class participant performance.
* Maintaining a safe environment for customers and staff in and around the water and at the leisure centre.
* Preparing lectures, evaluations, progress cards, routine reports, seasonal statistics, evaluations and assessment sheets as required.
* Interacting with staff and supervisors to keep current on new techniques.
* Willingness to participate in the applicable in-service programs.
* Maintaining instructional equipment used during lessons.
* Performing other related work as required.

Job Requirements:

* Completion of the 10th grade, and minimum of 16 years of age.
* Possession of Canadian Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification.
* Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross or Lifesaving Society Bronze Medallion.
* All awards must be kept current according to certifying organizations’ standards.
* Other Aquatic Instructor Certifications would be considered an asset: Lifesaving Society Instructor Award (LSI), Lifesaving Society “Swimmer” Instructor award, and Sears I Can Swim (ICS) teacher certification.

For information on how to obtain your Aquatic Instructor certifications, contact Kevin Lillijord at 780 496-6956

NOTE: A security clearance is a condition of employment. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a Security Clearance letter from the Edmonton Police Service or local RCMP detachment.

HOURS OF WORK: 4 – 30 hours per week, Sunday – Saturday. Shifts vary based on facility operating and programming hours.

SALARY RANGE: 10M, Salary Grade: 001, $14.807 – 17.942 (Hourly). The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.

GENERAL: CUPE Local 30 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; however, only those candidates considered for the position will be contacted. Applications will be regularly reviewed for consideration as staffing needs arise throughout the year.

The Province of Alberta is a signatory to the federal Agreement on Internal Trade and the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement with British Columbia. The City of Edmonton will accept extra-provincial qualifications which are accepted by Alberta regulatory authorities and legislation in accord with those Agreements.
For more information, kindly contact Government of Alberta, Advanced Education and Technology with respect to trade requirements, or the Alberta professional regulatory body responsible for certification

HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANT: KC/JZ

Aquatic Instructor · City of Edmonton · Edmonton

Job Number: 3947
Classification Title: Lifeguard
Posted On: Nov 13, 2009
Closing Date – 11:00pm on: Nov 18, 2009
Number of Openings (up to): 5 – Casual Ongoing Part-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: Recreation and Leisure Centres -Includes Millwoods Recreation Centre (Community Services Department)
Work Location(s):
Various Locations (190), (City Wide)

Description:

The Recreation Facilities Services Branch is currently recruiting energetic, responsible individuals with a strong commitment to customer service and safety, to work as Lifeguards at various fitness and leisure centres. Responsibilities include:

* Lifeguarding, safeguarding and supervising the customers using the facility in accordance with established policies and procedures
* Reacting to emergency situations and performing First Aid as required
* Providing quality customer service to facility patrons
* Providing lead hand direction to junior staff
* Preparing and submitting administrative reports as required
* Checking and regulating chemical feed equipment to ensure adherence to public health standards, in addition to adjusting and making minor repairs and backwashing filters
* Performing scheduled water tests
* Directing and performing maintenance duties including the cleaning of the swimming pool, locker rooms, washrooms, offices and other amenities located within the facility
* Acting as a shift supervisor in the absence of the Facility Foreman or the Facility Programmer
* Performing other related duties as required

Job Requirements:

* Completion of the twelfth (12th) school grade
* Minimum of 18 years of age
* Possession of National Lifeguard Service Certificate -.L.S.S.C., Aquatic Emergency Care Award – L.S.S.C., Basic Rescuer Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, and Bronze Cross – L.S.S.C. or lifeguard certification which has been recognized and approved by the Community Services Department
* Knowledgeable in using respiratory protection including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) is required for some duties included in this position
* Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring is a requirement for this position
* AED Provider awards would be an asset
* Must have excellent communication and customer service skills

Assets:
* Experience in working with the public, lifeguarding major swim meets
* Experience with pool mechanical systems and facility HVAC mechanical systems
* Certifications in the RFP Pool Operators Level I and Building Operators Level I an asset
* MS Office and computer experience

NOTE:

* A security clearance is a condition of employment. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a Security Clearance letter from the Edmonton Police Department.
* Lifeguards must successfully complete the Swimming Pool Operators Certificate, Level I – A.A.R.F.P., Red Cross Instructor award or equivalent as recognized and approved by the Community Services Department, within one year of appointment to permanent status. These certificates would be an asset for all non-permanent lifeguards.
* All certifications must be kept current according to the certification organization standards
* Must be willing to complete the applicable in-service programs
* Where appropriate, applicants may be required to participate in job specific testing

HOURS OF WORK: 10 – 30 hours per week, Sunday – Saturday with variable 8 hour shifts. Shifts vary based on facility operating hours, from 4:30 am – 11:00 pm. Ability to work weekends/holidays is required.

SALARY RANGE: 10M, Salary Grade: 008, $17.169 – $23.029 (Hourly). The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.

GENERAL: CUPE Local 30 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; however, only those candidates considered for the position will be contacted. KC/JZ

City of Edmonton · Edmonton · Lifeguard

Job Number: 4137
Classification Title: Recreation Officer II
Posted On: Nov 3, 2009
Closing Date – 11:00pm on: Nov 17, 2009
Number of Openings (up to): 1 – Permanent Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Community Building West Section (Community Services Department)
Work Location(s):
Parks and Community Services Building, #110, 11410 – 149 Street (204)
Edmonton, T5M 1W7

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.

The Province of Alberta is a signatory to the federal Agreement on Internal Trade and the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement with British Columbia. The City of Edmonton will accept extra-provincial qualifications which are accepted by Alberta regulatory authorities and legislation in accord with those Agreements. For more information, kindly contact Government of Alberta, Advanced Education and Technology with respect to trade requirements, or the Alberta professional regulatory body responsible for certification.

HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT: BB/JZ

City of Edmonton · Community Recreation Coordinator · Community Recreation Coordinator - Recreation Officer II · Edmonton · Recreation Officer II

Job Number: 4057
Classification Title: Recreation Technician I
Posted On: Nov 5, 2009
Closing Date – 11:00pm on: Nov 19, 2009
Number of Openings (up to): 6 – Casual Ongoing Part-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Programs & Events Section -Includes Archives and Kinsmen Sports Centre (Community Services Department)
Work Location(s):
ACT Aquatic & Recreation Centre (006)
2909 113 AVE NW
Edmonton, T5W 0P3

Description:
This is for up to 6 Temporary, Part-time Ongoing positions.

Responsibilities will include:

* Acting as a program leader for a variety of programs including crafts, drama and fitness type classes for adults with disabilities.
* Assisting with program plans.
* Delivering programs, preparing materials and clean-up as needed.
* Other related duties as required.

Job Requirements:

* Completion of the twelfth (12th) school grade
* Some experience working with the general public, tour groups, children and other program users
* Experience with program planning is an asset
* Experience working with special needs population is desired
* Creative and enthusiastic
* Excellent communication skills
* Able to work out of A.C.T. Centre (2909 – 113 Avenue) in Rundle Park
* Current Standard First Aid and Level C CPR is required

NOTE: A security clearance is a condition of employment. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a Security Clearance letter from the Edmonton Police Service or local RCMP detachment

HOURS OF WORK: Up to 8 hours per week. Shifts are Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday evenings from 6:15 pm – 10:00 pm.

SALARY RANGE: 21B, Salary Grade: 001, $13.999 – $17.329 (Hourly). 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.

The Province of Alberta is a signatory to the federal Agreement on Internal Trade and the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement with British Columbia. The City of Edmonton will accept extra-provincial qualifications which are accepted by Alberta regulatory authorities and legislation in accord with those Agreements. For more information, kindly contact Government of Alberta, Advanced Education and Technology with respect to trade requirements, or the Alberta professional regulatory body responsible for certification.

HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT: KC/JZ

City of Edmonton · Edmonton · Program Leader for Adults with Disabilities

An Innovative Approach to Great Neighbourhoods

Publisher/Sponsor: City of Edmonton

Author: Barnhart, Kathy

Abstract: After researching leading practices across North America, the City of Edmonton is embarking on a new, comprehensive approach to creating and sustaining great neighbourhoods. All city departments will work together, and with its partners and citizens, to deliver services more effectively and efficiently, synchronize planning efforts and facilitate improved two-way communication with residents. This presentation, from the 2009 Alberta Recreation and Parks Association Annual Conference and Energize Workshop, tells the story of why Great Neighbourhoods was initiated, what challenges it will address and the opportunities it creates.

Presented at the 2009 Alberta Recreation and Parks Association Annual Conference and Energize Workshop.

Alberta Recreation and Parks Association · An Innovative Approach to Great Neighbourhoods · ARPA · Barnhart · City of Edmonton · Edmonton · Kathy · Kathy Barnhart

Great segment about Kidsport Ablerta and a program initiated in Edmonton!

http://www.albertaprimetime.com/Features.aspx?FlashVars=Video/AS_KidSport.flv

Alberta · Edmonton · Kidsport Ablerta · Summer Camp

Eight years may seem a long way off but when it comes to committing billions of dollars to projects and infrastructure it is not. Planning, putting out for proposals, reviewing and then actually building the myriad of buildings, roads and transportation links takes time. Rome was not built in a day and making Edmonton “World Expo” ready cannot happen overnight either.

So let us time travel into Edmonton 2017 with the start of Edmonton WF 2017 starting on May 1. What does Edmonton look like?

Landing at the newly opened terminal at the Edmonton International Airport was easy and fast with so many choices of flights and airlines to pick from, the hardest thing was not being blinded by how sparkling and fresh everything was in the terminal. Once you picked up your luggage from the baggage carousel you decided to take the LRT right to the Worlds’ Fair site and even though the official kick off is a couple of days away the WF station is open and fully functional. You marvel how rapid Edmonton’s Light Rail Transit is—it seems you arrived at the station in mere moments—with no connections required. Still you resolve to check out the Anthony Henday Freeway, which you have heard is an engineering and driving wonder on your return trip to that fantastic Edmonton International Airport.

Deciding to hold off exploring the site until the official opening ceremonies, you are nonetheless awestruck by what you see before you at the WF station and eagerly look forward to seeing all the charms the site so blatantly promises. You are staying downtown so you hop back on the LRT and head towards your hotel but not before you noticed signs for the WEM station and decide that a trip to this “indoor wonder” will be in the offing in the next couple of days.

You arrive at your hotel in no time and are astonished to see so many professional and courteous staff eager to make your stay as effortless and enjoyable in the “Edmonton way”. Check-in is quick. Dropping your bags off in the well-appointed hotel room before heading out to eat you stop off at the concierge for recommendations. The choices are a myriad of ethnic or local cuisine…but deciding that a local landmark will be your first Edmonton dining experience you head off to the historic Fairmont Hotel MacDonald.

On your short walk to the “Mac” (as it is affectionately referred to by Edmontonians) you are struck by how clean and “dressed up” downtown Edmonton looks. Crossing Jasper Avenue (which you have been told is the main street for Edmonton); you note all the welcoming banners and the displays that line the surrounding streets and buildings. This city really knows how to throw an event you think. Jasper Avenue is alive with people and there is something happening everywhere you pass.

You know this is going to be a fantastic three months for you, Canada and Alberta but mostly for the Greater Edmonton Area. You are glad Edmonton had the foresight to bid for (and subsequently win!) such an event and you are proud of the growth and fortitude this scrappy city has shown, now about that meal…

By Debra Ward

Edmonton EXPO 2017 where the World will be!
http://edmontonambassador.wordpress.com

Arts and Culture · Edmonton · Parks · Recreation, Parks, Sport, Arts and Culture · Sport · World's Fair