Assistant Program Coordinator - Jobs in West Vancouver, BC

Job Description

(Temporary, Full-Time)Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.The West Vancouver Community Services Department has an opening for a temporary, full-time Assistant Program Coordinator in Volunteer Services. Reporting to the Program Coordinator of Volunteer Services, this position will be responsible for:performing various programming and leadership tasks and office tasks related to the scheduling, planning, development, promotion, implementation and evaluation of volunteer programsproviding a leadership and training role for volunteersassisting in handling correspondence, preparing reports and writing newsletters and press releasesproviding assistance to and dealing tactfully with both internal and external contacts in accordance with established practices and proceduresassisting in the planning, promotion and implementation of special events related to the assigned phases of volunteer coordinationThe preferred candidate will possess: knowledge of rules, regulations, supplies, equipment and facilities required for various programs and events; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with volunteers, staff members and the public; strong computer skills and knowledge of excel, outlook and database style programs; the ability to give clear instructions and speak and write effectively and understandably; and knowledge of routine office practices and procedures.The successful candidate has completed: either a University degree or College diploma in a related discipline with courses in Recreation, Social Sciences, Human Resources or Volunteer Management, supplemented by some experience in recreation work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Current CPR, Standard First Aid and a valid BC Driver’s Licence of British Columbia is required.The successful candidate is required to supply a police information check with vulnerable sector and a copy of their credentials.This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licenses and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the Class Specification which is available for inspection in the Human Resources Department or on WestNet.Position Status:WVMEA (Union) – Temporary, Full-TimeHours of Work:37.5 hours per week. Hours and days of work may vary.Starting Rate of Pay:$29.12 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits.This position has a pay structure with five steps which increases based on hours worked.Closing Date:11:59 p.m. on Monday July 19, 2021To Apply:Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Portal at www.westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.1690-21-WVMEA-TEMP-15If you have any questions please contact us at careers@westvancouver.ca