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Activity Leader
(Up to 3 Positions)
Competition #2024-36
A well-kept secret hidden within the Upper Fraser Valley of British Columbia‘s southwest coastal region. The District of Kent is bounded on the north by Harrison Lake, on the west by Harrison River, on the south by the Fraser River and on the east by Hope and the Fraser Canyon. It boasts a friendly community spirit with a diverse economy in agriculture, industrial development, tourism, and government services.
The District of Kent is offering an exciting opportunity in our Recreation, Culture & Projects Department for an Activity Leader. Incumbents in this position act as the Activity Leader for various recreation and culture programs including drop-in or registered activities and special events. These key individuals plan and organize age-appropriate games, crafts, and circle time activities in conjunction with the Recreation Programmer or Designate. Activity Leaders are also responsible for supervising participants in the program.
Program & Event Examples: Spring & Winter Break Activities, Summer Camps, One Day Wonders, Canada Day, Halloween Spooktacular, Winter Night Lights.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A minimum of six (6) months’ work experience leading children, youth, and/or adults in a recreation or education environment.
- “Move to Play” training/certification. Food Safe and HIGH FIVE are an asset.
The wage rate for this bargaining unit position is $19.43 per hour plus 14.0% in lieu of benefits. For more information about the District of Kent please visit our website at www.kentbc.ca.
If this position is of interest to you, please submit your resume and cover letter quoting Competition #2024-36 indicating how you meet the qualifications and send to [email protected] by 4:30 p.m. on July 26, 2024. Alternatively, submit your application in confidence to:
Alan M. Lucas, CRSP
Director of Human Resources / Occupational Safety
District of Kent
PO Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue
Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0
Fax: 604-796-8516
The District of Kent would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Police Information Check and provide a recent driver’s license abstract.
Employment Length: Casual
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: 1 to less than 7 months
Rate: $19.43 Hour
