Recreation Program Leader

As a   Recreation Program Leader, you will be responsible for creating sport and recreation opportunities for children in Edmonton . You will succeed in this role if you can perform all tasks in a respectful, inclusive and service-minded way.

What will you do? 

• Lead children and youth in recreational activities, including day camps and registered programs
• Ensure the safety of participants and spaces.Deliver high quality, adaptable and inclusive programs
• Act as a customer service representative on program sites for parents and community members
• Participate in mandatory pre-program training and staff meetings as required
• Prepare daily and weekly plans and evaluations of programs 
• Maintain statistics as well as the security of equipment and supply inventory
• Other related duties as required

We are hiring Program Leaders to support the following areas:

• Registered Day Camp and Program Leaders: Work at a variety of  Recreation Centres to deliver registered Day Camps or programs for children (4-12 years old), across the City. Develop and implement activity program plans for camps and programs that may include activities such as sports, science, swimming and other children/ youth interest themes

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent or higher
• Experience working with the general public, tour groups, children, youth and adults in a registered environment

Assets

• Experience working with children, youth and/or adults with inclusion needs
• Knowledge of High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development, Canadian Sport for Life Fundamental Movement Skills and National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)

Skills required for success: 

• Demonstrated ability leading and organizing recreation activities
• Experience in leading recreation or sport-based programming with children
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to handle difficult situations
• Demonstrated ability to lead timed programs efficiently while multitasking
• Ability to lead, organize, instruct and supervise group activities
• Basic administrative and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with supervisors and program users
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style
• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of Employment: 

• Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher. 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 current Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications
• 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

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 10 temporary part-time ongoing positions available 

Hours of Work: Up to 39 hours per week. Some evening and weekend work may be required. 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.

Salary: $21.918 - $26.183  (Hourly)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: RD/RF

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

Classification Title: Recreation Technician I
Posting Date: Sep 08, 2026
Closing Date: Sept 22, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 10 - Temporary Part-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Community Services
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)