Manager, Recreation Services
Burnaby, City of
Posted 2 months ago
About this job
Manager, Recreation Services will provide strategic and operational leadership for aquatics expansion at two new flagship facilities in Burnaby (Cameron Community Centre and Burnaby Lake Recreation Centre), managing facility openings and subsequently overseeing the city's indoor and outdoor pool portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead aquatics operations at Cameron Community Centre and Burnaby Lake Recreation Centre from pre-opening planning through day-to-day operations across multiple pools
- Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing aquatics team including supervisors, aquatic leaders, lifeguard-instructors, and auxiliary staff
- Design and oversee delivery of comprehensive aquatic program portfolio including competitive, recreational, instructional, and therapeutic programs
- Establish and maintain highest standards of aquatic safety, regulatory compliance, and risk management
- Manage aquatics operating budget and build relationships with competitive user groups, swim clubs, and external stakeholders
Qualifications
- Degree in Recreation Administration, Kinesiology, Physical Education, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience
- Demonstrated senior leadership experience in aquatics management including direct accountability for a 50-metre or comparable high-volume, multi-pool facility
- Proven track record as a developer of people and building high-performing teams
- Strong operational depth in budget management, scheduling, multi-program service delivery, and complex operational planning
- Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence
At a glance
- Regular full-time position
- Competition No: 2026-093
- Reports to Director of Recreation
- Location: Burnaby, BC
- Includes comprehensive benefits package and Municipal Pension Plan
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July 31, 2026
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