Instructor/Coach Positions (Excluded), Vernon

## Instructor/Coach Positions (Excluded)Applylocations:

Recreation Centre Facilitytime type:

Part timeposted on:

Posted 30+ Days Agotime left to apply:

End Date: July 6, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id:

JR-2026-30# **Accepting applications until positions are filled. Hiring will occur on an ongoing basis throughout the posting period.****Why should you consider working for us?** What we do every day makes a difference and has an impact on the quality of life for our community. We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed, and we are a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace.The successful candidates must have the ability to follow and adapt program plans while coaching or instructing participants in a structured activity. This is recreation work that involves instructing, implementing lessons plans, promoting activity interest and encouraging participation. The position ensure that participants have a positive experience and are performing the skills in a safe manner as set out in established protocols. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Recreation Programmers and is evaluated in terms of effectiveness of instruction and services provided and conformance to established practices. It is essential that the ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills, is energetic and enthusiastic, is well organized plus is able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all levels of internal and external contacts.The terms of employment are based on recreation programs and/or activity service delivery to meet community demand. Hours of work will be linked to specific programs and/or activities, the hours and availability of work are dependent on program and or activity registrations.Instructor/Coach I's will develop, adapt or follow detailed program plans, organize participants and monitor

progress.

Instructor/Coach II's must have previous experience leading a specific activity or program and have ability

to prepare a detailed seasonal program plan.Hourly rates:

• Instructor/Coach I: $28.01

• Instructor/Coach II: $30.95**Duties May Include****:*** Develops, adapts or follows detailed program plans* Demonstrates activity techniques to individuals and groups of all abilities* Organizing participants for effective implementation of the activity* Communicate with participants to ensure quality of service delivery* Monitoring progress of participants and tracks attendance* Fills out progress cards or provides individual feedback to participants, as required* Institute and enforce rules and procedures for participants* Ensure participant welfare during all activities* Ensure the proper handling of first aid and emergency situations* Prepare and inventory equipment and supplies for programs* Inspects program area and equipment (report if maintenance and repair needed)* Act as a positive role model for staff and participants* Set up and take down of equipment, etc.* Performs andpartakes in other duties and activities as required and related to the activity**Required Qualifications****:*** Ability to obtain Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C* Acceptable Police Information Check with the Vulnerable Sector* Class 5 Drivers License* NCCP Certification or related InstructorCertification for the Activity**Required Skills and Abilities****:*** Knowledge of the methods used to instruct* Working knowledge of the theory of body mechanics and movement skills* Ability to provide instruction in a fun, safe, controlled and organized manner* Ability to effectively communicate,instruct and demonstrate skills and techniques to a diverse range of individuals and groups of all ages and abilities* Ability to maintain control and exercise influence with tact and diplomacy in a professional and calm manner* Specific skills, experience and knowledge of the sport* Experience leading activity groups with children, youth and/or adults* Ability to understand, follow and carry out oral and written communications* Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and co-workers* Ability to be imaginative and flexible to ensure a fun environment for participants* Ability to work as an effective team member* Physical strength and ability to lift up to 25 pounds* Stamina to occasionally stand and walk for a minimum of four hours* Ability to maintain excellent public relations with participants* Must have effective written and verbal communication skills* Needs tobe able to demonstrate initiative**To Apply:**Please submit your resume, quoting the appropriate competition online at vernon.ca/careers by selecting “apply” and creating a candidate profile. Internal applicants are asked to apply using their worker profile.By making application, you are authorizing the City of Vernon to verify, through whatever means deemed appropriate, any information included in your applicant profile. The City of Vernon wishes to thank all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.**We appreciate all applications; however,only those selected for an interview will be contacted**.*Please note that we are unable to accept phone calls regarding application status.***Employees must submit applications through worker profiles. If you are experiencing difficulty, please ask your manager for assistance.**#J-18808-Ljbffr