Recreation Leader 2
Competition No: 2026-RL1
Duration: Auxiliary
Last Updated: 4/2/26
This is recreation leadership work implementing a variety of social, cultural or recreational activities across the City of Burnaby! This includes services for children, youth, and adults and seniors. They may supervise Auxiliary and part-time staff, contractual instructors and volunteers engaged in related tasks. Recreation Leader 2 prepares, leads and promotes interest in individual program plans and schedules and directs the implementation of program activities; provides leadership, coaching or instruction; assesses program results and recommends any changes. Participates in the recruitment, training, and evaluating part-time recreation program, auxiliary staff and contract instructors. In the absence of a supervisor, the incumbent assumes responsibility for the operation and security of a recreation facility. Performs related work as required.
Qualifications include completion of a two year Community Recreation program from a recognized Community College and some related experience; First Aid and CPR Certificates from Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, Canadian Ski Patrol, Heart & Stroke Foundation or St. John’s Ambulance are desirable; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Incumbents may be assigned to work independently at stand-alone sites where the application of CPR protocols may be necessary. A valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia is required.
Pay Rate:
$31.97 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)
$34.25 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2026 Rates)
Location: Various Burnaby Locations (successful applicants may be placed in any of the following locations: Arena, large multi-complex facility, or smaller standalone community building)
Hours of Work: This is an auxiliary position with hours and shifts based on operational requirements. As such, there are no guaranteed hours of work, and shifts may include on-call assignments. Typical shifts are a minimum of four (4) hours and may be scheduled during weekdays and/or weekends.
Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. This position will remain open until filled.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted
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