Outdoor Program Leader - Recreation Technician I

Do you have a passion for outdoor recreation and thrive on connecting with people? This is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to share your enthusiasm, lead unforgettable experiences, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of Edmontonians.

As an Outdoor Program Leader, you’ll be a skilled instructor and inspiring facilitator for a wide range of participants from day camps and school field trips to engaging community programs. You’ll plan and lead dynamic outdoor experiences across a diverse range of activities.

What will you do?

• Winter Expeditions: Get outside with cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice biking, and kicksledding adventures and more
• Adventure Sports: Teach cycling adventures, Paddle Canada–certified tandem canoeing, and engaging archery sessions
• Wilderness Skills: Instruct shelter building, fire building, and practical outdoor survival skills through hands-on activities
• Navigation & Science: Explore orienteering, GPS navigation, and environmental science through fun, interactive challenges
• Community Engagement: Direct outdoor day camp adventures, fun and flexible programs for children, families and adults, and exciting outreach opportunities
• Other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Practical experience working with the general public, children, youth, and diverse program participant groups

Assets

• Outdoor adventure sports experience
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher
• CANSI Cross Country Ski Level 1
• NCCP certification
• Paddle Canada Waterfront Instructor Certification

Skills required for Success

• Ability to operate necessary equipment such as riding a bike, or cross country skiing
• Ability to safely instruct and lead physically demanding outdoor recreation activities across diverse modalities and variable weather conditions. 
• Ability to work safely outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions (+42 to -25), as well as in safety-sensitive environments
• Proficiency to lead timed programs that entertain and educate participants, while managing multiple tasks effectively and safely
• Knowledge of physical literacy and recreation program objectives, policies, and procedures
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage program participants, collaborate with team members and supervisors
• Ability to utilize mobile digital tools, including Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets)  for documentation and communication
• Capable of the safe handling, use, and maintenance of program materials and equipment
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment

• Hire is dependent on Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Candidates 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 candidate to obtain business-use auto insurance
• Possession of Intermediate First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications
• Ability to attend training: December 14-18, 2026 (all day, each day)
• Ability to reliably travel to worksites across the city, which may vary daily
• Provide clear work availability and consistently maintain reliable scheduling that meets the needs of the position once hired
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment

• Note: Due to the nature of this work, this position is not eligible for a hybrid work arrangement
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance
• Ability to work shifts that are any day of the week beginning as early as 7:00 a.m. and ending as late as 9:00 p.m.
• Candidates will be required to arrange their own transportation to work at various locations in the city
• Evenings, weekends, and holiday work is required
• Physically capable of sustained activity outdoors, including navigating slopes, unpaved trails, working in all weather conditions, and handling equipment and supplies such as bicycles and canoes with minimal supervision.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 30 temporary part-time positions for up to 5 months with a possibility of extension until August 31, 2027

Hours of Work: Up to 39 hours per week

Salary Range: $21.918 - $26.183  (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant: JP/JR

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Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Recreation Technician I - 8hrs
Posting Date: Oct 07, 2026
Closing Date: Oct 21, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 30 - Temporary Part-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Community Services
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)