Recreation and Community Services Coordinator

Position Details

• Hours of Work: 35 hours per week (some evenings and weekends)
• Compensation: $21.35/hour + 4% vacation pay
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Contract Duration: Temporary (52-56 weeks)
• Department: Recreation and Community Services
• Work Location: On-Site

The Corporation of the Town of Englehart is seeking an energetic and community focused individual to support the planning, delivery and evaluation of recreation and community programs. The ideal candidate brings enthusiasm, and initiative to foster connection and deliver positive results.

The position will engage and foster connections with residents, volunteers and local partners to identify opportunities, create programming and activities and the delivery of service, programs and activities related to the department.

Eligible Candidates

• New entrant into the workforce, transitioning to a new career or unemployed or underemployed and entering a new field
• Have not previously participated in NOHFC’s People & Talent Program
• At least 18 years of age
• Resides in Northern Ontario
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

Qualifications

• A Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Recreation, Community or Sociology is an asset
• A minimum of one to three (1-3) years of progressive relevant experience
• Work experience in a Municipality is preferred
• Work experience in a staff/supervisory role is preferred
• Proficiency in report writing, proposal/grant applications as well as knowledge of available resources and funding programs is an asset
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other software tools

A full job description and position qualifications can be found on the Town of Englehart website.

This opportunity is proudly supported by Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and is funded through the Workforce Development Program. Eligibility requirements of the program can be found on their website.

Hiring will be subject to the submission of a criminal record check and verification of education and experience requirements.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter in confidence to: Karen Cooke, Recreation and Community Services Manager.

Emailed to kcooke@englehart.ca or dropped off at: Englehart Town Hall, 61 Fifth Avenue, Box 399, Englehart, ON P0J 1H0.

The posting will be open until filled.