Program and Community Development Coordinator - Richmond, Canada - Hamilton Community Association

Description

Hamilton Community Association

Program Coordinator

Reporting to City Staff, the Program Coordinator is responsible for development, organization, implementation, supervision, leadership and evaluation of community based programs.

This position works with a variety of age groups and services that require additional program support.

The Coordinator will oversee Community Association/Society programs by providing overall direction and be responsive and relevant to the needs within the community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Programming

• Develop, implement, coordinate, supervise and evaluate recreational, wellness, social, cultural and educational programs and services for the diverse needs of the Community.
• Connect volunteers into our programs and services.
• Develop partnerships and network with Richmond Community Associations/Societies, Community agencies and service providers to develop programs and services to reach residents who are underserved. Develop, plan, coordinate and implement and/or support special events.
• Instruct and lead programs as required.

Supervisory

• Provide leadership for staff reporting to this position. Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate instructors, volunteers and practicum students.
• Responsible for payroll, scheduling staff and facilitating meetings where necessary.

Safety/Risk Management

• Follow and implement risk management and emergency protocols as required; complete risk assessment forms, incident and accident reports in a timely manner.

Customer Service/Communication

• Develop positive relationships with the community.
• Liaise with schools and community agencies to develop and maintain a network and act as a resource to provide information and referral services to the community.
• Deal with difficult and complex situations, requiring sound judgement and the ability to assess and respond accordingly.
• Create and distribute promotional, marketing, and educational materials using a variety of tools.

Administrative

• Prepare and manage program budget.
• Prepare written reports to Association Committee's.
• Maintain supplies and equipment and set up facilities as needed.
• Book facilities, buses, drivers, and plan/prepare detailed schedules/itineraries for programs/trips.
• Attend meetings, conferences and workshops as required; provide regular updates/reports.
• Document and report abuse or neglect to appropriate authorities.
• Other related duties as assigned and may vary according to each facility.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 plus completion of diploma in recreation or related studies and two years' experience in program development, applied leadership, supervision, programming and building and managing programs budgets or and equivalent combination of education, training and experience

• BCRPA High Five

• Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Standard or Emergency First Aid Training & CPR & AED
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Class 5 driver's licence.
• Police Information Check.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Marketing and event planning skills.
• Experience working with volunteer boards.
• Second language.
• Class 4 Licence.

HOURS OF WORK AND WAGES

• 20 hours/week (flexible schedule, some evening and weekend work required).
• Wage: $ $29.87/hour (depending on experience).
• Benefits package after 3 months.

Community Development Coordinator

Reporting to the Community Facilities Coordinator or Recreation Leader at Hamilton Community Association, the Community Development Coordinator plans, coordinates, and produces special events, identifies and pursues funding opportunities, manages volunteers, creates and implements a marketing and community development strategy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Programming

• Plan and coordinate all community event marketing materials.
• Support the Community Association Board of Directors to implement and facilitate community forums, task forces, meetings, and presentations.
• Design, plan, coordinate, and implement all community events (e.g. Breakfast with Santa, Earth Day, Easter Eggstravaganza, Hamilton Night Out, Lighting of the Fire Hall, Movies in the Park, Halloween Fireworks etc.)
• Recruit and assign volunteers for the Community Association programs and events.

Supervisory

• Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate volunteers for special events and projects.

Safety/Risk Management

• Develop and implement a risk management protocol for special events or projects.
• Fill out accident and incident report forms as required.
• Organize the appropriate insurance for special events or projects.

Customer Service/Communication

• Create and produce communication materials.
• Design internal and external advertising traditional and new media promotional pieces.
• Create and design media relations (e.g. media releases, story opportunities in the newspaper, etc.)
• Liaise and maintain relationships with scho