Leisure Program Supervisor - Greater Sudbury, Canada - City of Greater Sudbury

City of Greater Sudbury

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Greater Sudbury, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Section:
Recreation Services

Division:
Leisure Services

Department:
Community Development

Initial Reporting Location:
Tom Davies Square

Job Status:
Permanent position

Affiliation:
Non union

Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required:
Some evening and weekend work required

The start date will follow the selection process.
This position is not eligible to work remotely.

Main Function:
Responsible for the coordination, planning, promotion, and delivery of City of Greater Sudbury (CGS) wide leisure programs.

Characteristic Duties:
Under the direction of the Manager of Recreation Services and the day-to-day direction of a Recreation Co-ordinator.

Select, train, supervise and discipline staff. Ensure that all staff understand and comply with CGS policies.
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.
Make recommendations for continuous improvement of leisure programs and training.
Plan and make the necessary arrangements for the inhouse training courses.
Maintain a safe program site and follow all safety and accident prevention regulations.
Ensure that sufficient supplies and equipment are available.
Coordinate the maintenance, cleanliness, and security at all program locations. Report all damages, accidents, and incidents to the appropriate staff.
Coordinate and maintain accurate attendance records and program reports.
Prepare weekly payroll of all program staff and submit same for approval.
Conduct job performance appraisals, salary reviews and discipline in accordance with the respective collective bargaining agreement.
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.
Provide assistance, support, and leadership to program staff. Attend and/or schedule meetings, as required.
Assist in the planning, implementing and evaluation of Leaders in Training (LIT) and Counsellor in Training (CIT) programs and supervise participants.
Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
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 postsecondary education in a related discipline (e.g., Recreation, Teaching, etc.).
Ability to obtain and maintain a CPR and First Aid 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 strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with community partners and volunteers.
Demonstrate effective communication, public relations and problemsolving 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 Requirements:

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.

Leadership Competencies:

Tactical Coordination and Direction (I):

Competency

Competency Definition

Level

Level Definition

Shaping the Future
Innovation

Take a creative approach to problems or issues, "think outside the box", go beyond the conventional, and explore creative uses of resources.

3

Proposes innovative ideas

Judgment and Decision Making

Make sound decisions involving varied levels of complexity, ambiguity and risk.

2

Assimilates and interprets data to make competing decisions

Delivering Business Results
Collaboration

Work and communicate collaboratively within City of Greater Sudbury to create alignment within and across teams and groups.

3

Collaborates beyond one's area

Customer/Citizen Focus

The desire to work closely with internal and external customers to meet and exceed their expectations.

2

Addresses underlying customer/stakeholder needs

Planning, Coordination & Execution

Plan and coordinate work to achieve desired results on a consistent basis.

3

Coordinates activities involving others within one's team

**Aligning People &