About Musqueam
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking people. Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members. We live on a small portion of our traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve, located south of Marine Drive near the mouth of the Fraser River. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Plant, the name of the plant is məθkʷəy̓. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) - People of the River Plant. We have always moved throughout our territory using the resources it provides for fishing, hunting, trapping and gathering. We remain distinct and our cultural practices are strong, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools, colonial laws banning our ceremonies, and other attempts to assimilate our people. Our lands and waters continue to support our cultural and economic practices while serving as a source of knowledge and memory, encoded with our teachings and laws. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca
Position Summary
Reporting to the Recreation Manager, Evening and Weekend Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, promoting, and delivering engaging indoor and outdoor recreation programming for the community. This position develops and facilitates a range of sport and recreation activities for both youth and adults, ensuring programs are inclusive, well-organized, and aligned with applicable safety standards and facility guidelines.
The Program Coordinator supports the successful delivery of a minimum of two (2) programs per day, offering a variety of activities including (but not limited to) soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, floor hockey, basketball, and other recreation-based programming. This role requires active participation in programming to help foster a fun, supportive, and community-centered environment.
Working collaboratively with Recreation staff, volunteers, and community, the Program Coordinator helps identify community needs, increase participation, and maximize facility use through well-planned programming and positive engagement.
The required shifts are Wednesday to Friday from 3pm to 11pm and weekends timeframes dependent on program. Statutory holiday coverage may be required.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, organize, and deliver recreational, athletic, fitness, and sport-based activities, often in collaboration with other departments and teams
- Coordinate and facilitate a minimum of two (2) recreation programs per day
- Promote healthy living by providing general lifestyle and wellness awareness information to participants.
- Prepare, assemble, and maintain program supplies, equipment, and materials required for daily activities.
- Provide instruction and demonstrate safe and appropriate use of sports and recreation equipment, while actively participating in programs.
- Monitor activities to ensure participant safety and adherence to program rules and regulations.
- Respond appropriately to incidents and provide first aid or emergency support when required.
- Support program promotion by preparing and distributing flyers, brochures, and other promotional materials.
- Schedule leagues, tournaments, and special events, ensuring rules and program policies are followed consistently.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by post-secondary education in Recreation, Sports Management, Physical Education, Community Development, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year of coordinating experience and/or a combination of Recreation program design and delivery
- Knowledge of various sport programs, fitness, and equipment to ensure high safety standards.
- Knowledge and experience of similar program delivery in the context of Musqueam or First Nations culture and history.
- Certificate in First Aid and CPR (sports-specific first aid, including taping) is preferred.
- Ability to provide guidance and support to staff and program participants.
- Ability to build positive relationships and work effectively with children, youth, adults, Elders, and families.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and organizational skills.
- Ability to use tact and good judgement.
- Criminal Records Check.
Working Conditions
- The work is performed indoors and outdoors.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, statutory holidays.
- Participation in recreation activities.
Why work for Musqueam?
Our success as a leader as a First Nations Government is built on the traditional teachings of our people, initiative and dedication of the Musqueam Indian Band. Providing a highly engaged traditional government that is member focused.
- Competitive salary
- Training and career development
- Business casual environment
- Community fitness and gym access
- Comprehensive group benefits plan and pension plan
- Centrally located with free parking; free onsite gym and class access; close to nature trails at UBC and along the Fraser River, shops, restaurants and services.
