Posting date: February 13, 2023

Job Title: Leisure Program Supervisor (Waterfront)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Posting number: EX23-159

Status: Contract position

Estimated Probable Duration: May 29, 2023 to August 25, 2023

Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: No

Range of Pay: $21.70 to $25.56 per hour

Start date: To follow selection process

Initial Reporting Location: Tom Davies Square

Section: Recreation Services
Division: Leisure Services
Department: Community Development

Main Function: Responsible for the co-ordination, planning, promotion and delivery of CGS wide leisure programs.

Duties: Under the direction of the Recreation Co-ordinator.

1. Select, train, supervise and discipline staff. Ensure that all staff understand and comply with CGS policies.

2. Assist with planning, promotion and delivery of leisure programs, special events and sport tournaments through direct and indirect contact and liaison with community organizations and schools.

3. Plan and make the necessary arrangements for the in-house training courses.

4. Maintain a safe program site and follow all safety and accident prevention regulations.

5. Ensure that sufficient supplies and equipment are available.

6. Co-ordinate the maintenance, cleanliness and security at all program locations. Report all damages, accidents and incidents to the appropriate staff.

7. Co-ordinate and maintain accurate attendance records and program reports.

8. Prepare weekly payroll of all program staff and submit same for approval.

9. Conduct job performance appraisals, salary reviews and discipline in accordance with the respective Collective Bargaining Agreement.

10. Evaluate and manage the job performance of Employees, as required. Act as Management’s Representative in the Grievance Procedure in accordance with the respective Collective Bargaining Agreement.

11. Provide assistance, support and leadership to Program Staff. Attend and/or schedule meetings, as required.

12. Assist in the planning, implementing and evaluation of Leaders in Training (LIT) and Counsellor In Training (CIT) programs and supervise participants.

13. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.

14. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education and Training:

Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education, plus successful completion of an additional one (1) to two (2) years of post secondary education in a related discipline (i.e. Recreation, Teaching, etc.).

Must hold current CPR and First Aid Certificate.

Waterfront or Pool locations, must hold current National Lifeguard Service Award Certificate.

Experience:

A minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience including overseeing recreational programming.

Knowledge of:

Best practices within areas of responsibility.

Abilities to:

Work independently with a minimum of supervision.

Demonstrate effective communication, public relations and problem solving skills.

Understand and meet the needs of customers.

Work evenings and weekends, as required.

Demonstrate ability to supervise, train and lead staff.

Personal Suitability:

Mental and physical fitness to perform essential job functions.

Language:

Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.

French verbal skills highly desirable; written skills an asset.

Other:

May require the use of a personal or CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.

Provide, at own cost, a Criminal Records Check.

Note: A Criminal Record Check will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

Leadership Competencies:

Tactical Coordination and Direction- Non Supervisory (I):

For more information on leadership competencies, please see our Leadership Competency Dictionary.

Résumés quoting EX23-159 are invited and will be received by the City of Greater Sudbury’s Human Resources and Organizational Development Division, by e-mail at hrjobs@greatersudbury.ca or fax at 705-688-3979, for the above noted position until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2023 Any application received after this deadline will not be considered.

For further instructions on how to apply to this position, please visit our How to Apply section.

All City of Greater Sudbury employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the City's mandatory Vaccination Policy. Please do not submit your proof of vaccination with your resume. This information will only be required if you are selected as the candidate of choice.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining an equitable, inclusive, diverse and accessible work environment. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. To find out if you’re eligible and for more information, visit our Applicants Living Outside of Canada web page. If you received your education from an educational institution outside of Canada, a copy of your Word Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) document is required, along with your credentials. Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of determining suitability for this competition only in accordance with The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.