Recreation Coordinator (Temporary Employment)
Torbay, Municipality of
Posted 3 months ago|Closed: July 8, 2026
About this job
The Town of Torbay seeks a motivated Recreation Coordinator on a temporary, full-time basis to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate recreation programs and special events for the Department of Recreation and Community Services.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, implement, and review recreational programs including summer programs, fitness programs, and community healthy living programs
- Assist Director with special events such as Winter Carnival, Easter, Canada Day Celebrations, Fall Festival, Halloween, Christmas Festivities, and Killick Coast Games
- Coordinate facility bookings and rentals for programs, special events, Torbay Common rentals, and Upper Three Corner Pond rentals
- Communicate and cooperate with Community Groups and Organizations to provide information and program support
- Prepare and promote material about Town programs and services; assist with training or mentoring of new employees and volunteers
Qualifications
- Degree or college diploma in recreation, physical education, or equivalent community-based recreation program complemented by minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
- Ability to supervise program and summer staff with varied backgrounds
- Time management skills and ability to set priorities; ability to chair meetings, facilitate discussions, and motivate volunteers
- Proficient in office computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, presentations, and social media platforms
- Valid Class 5 driver's license for Newfoundland and Labrador; valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification; valid Royal Newfoundland and Labrador Code of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check
At a glance
- Temporary employment, full-time hours
- Hours outside regular work schedule may be required as outlined in Collective Agreement
- Closing date: 4:00 PM Wednesday July 8th, 2026
- Location: Torbay, Newfoundland and Labrador
- Application to jenmartin@torbay.ca with cover letter and resume
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Salary
Experience Level
Mid level
Application Deadline
July 8, 2026
Municipality
Torbay, Municipality of
Province
Newfoundland and Labrador
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Posting
Posted
July 24, 2026
Deadline
July 8, 2026
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