Recreation Program Assistant | Part-Time Permanent

Community and Protective Services Division Posting: Internal/External Work-Life Balance: Up to 29 hours per week. Days and hours will vary depending on programming schedules and special events, offering a flexible work environment. Competition No. CPS-26-16 Join Our Team! The City of Wetaskiwin Welcome to the home of possibility! We are a diverse and eager team that knows it can be done better, and we are doing it! Our values are Trust, Resourcefulness, and Integrity. Here, we cultivate well-being through our team's dedication to building positive, trusting, and fulfilling relationships. The Opportunity The City of Wetaskiwin is seeking someone who enjoys facilitating recreation programs, encouraging young minds, has excellent customer service skills and wants to positively contribute to our community through dryland programming! Reporting to the Recreation Program Facilitator, this position will work within a team to help lead programming that encourages participants to improve their self-confidence, independence, build new skills, and create a fun and unique experience. This position is responsible for creating a positive environment for participants and to ensure their health and safety. Responsibilities Plan, facilitate, and adapt programming; Provide leadership and act as a role model to all registrants; Engage children in a positive and encouraging environment; Be familiar with the medical conditions, dietary restrictions, and/or behavioral problems of children enrolled and act according to information and training provided (if needed); Maintain positive public image through excellent customer service and communication; Assist in cleaning up after activities and at the end of each program; Report any accidents/incidents to the Recreation Program Facilitator; Ensure safety standards and procedures are maintained; Adhere to all City of Wetaskiwin Policies and Procedures; Other duties as assigned; Education, Qualifications, and Work Experience Have, or willing to obtain, valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certificates. Clear Criminal Record Check, with Vulnerable Sector check. High Five Sport Certification is an asset. Red Cross Youth Leader Certification is an asset. Experience and interest in working with children and youth. Customer service experience. Before commencing employment, the successful candidate must provide all necessary certifications and documentation, including but not limited to a driver's abstract and employment-related record checks. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge and understanding of recreation services delivery and customer service. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Physical Effort, and Safety Commitment As the successful applicant, you will be responsible to adhere to the policies, principals, and practices of OHS legislation, and the City's requirements, as these obligations pertain to this role. This position is considered a light safety sensitive position which includes light effort including but not limited to, standing, walking, climbing, stairs, kneeling manual dexterity, visual acuity, lifting up to 10 lbs. (most office positions). Amazing Extras Employee Family Assistance Program 1 Personal Day per year. Discounted (optional) membership to the Manluk Regional Aquatic and Fitness Centre. Opportunity for growth within the organization. Application Deadline and Details Application deadline: August 11, 2026 How to apply: Please visit: https://www.wetaskiwin.ca/local-government/careers/ to view the opportunity and to apply! The personal information submitted pursuant to this advertisement will be utilized for this employment opportunity only and is subject to compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The City of Wetaskiwin is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, HR@wetaskiwin.ca

The Recreation Program Assistant is responsible for planning and facilitating engaging recreation programs while ensuring the health and safety of all participants. They will act as a role model and provide excellent customer service to maintain a positive public image for the City of Wetaskiwin.

Candidates must have or be willing to obtain Standard First Aid and CPR-C certifications and pass a criminal record check with a vulnerable sector search. Experience working with children and youth, along with strong customer service skills, is required.

• Employee Family Assistance Program • Personal Day • Discounted membership to the Manluk Regional Aquatic and Fitness Centre • Opportunity for growth

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• Recreation programming
• Customer service
• Leadership
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• First Aid
• CPR-C
• Safety compliance
• Conflict resolution
• Teamwork
• Youth engagement
• Resourcefulness
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• American Red Cross (ARC) Certification
• Working With Children
• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Communications
• Fine Motor Skills
• Safety Standards
• Visual Acuity

• Sports & Recreation
• Government & Public Sector
• Customer Service & Support
• Social Services
• Recreation Program Assistant
• Teacher Assistant
• Teachers' Aides
• Teaching Assistants, All Other
• Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

12 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

29 heures par semaine