Job Posting: Waterfront Coordinator

Are you a dynamic people person with a passion for kayaking, canoeing and stand up paddle boarding? Are you organized, innovative and a collaborative leader? We are looking for a part time Waterfront Coordinator to staff, plan, market and deliver introductory kayak/canoe/SUP lessons and programs.

Duties:

Under the direction of the Recreation Programmer, the Waterfront Coordinator is responsible for the management of extensive waterfront programs. The Waterfront Coordinator has the following duties and responsibilities:

-Scheduling the waterfront programs/services: kayak, canoe, and SUP lessons, daytrips and the kayak, canoe, and SUP club
-Assisting the Programmer with the hiring of additional qualified kayak/canoe/SUP instructors
-Conducting training sessions for the waterfront kayak/canoe/SUP instructors and other programs
-Developing and marketing the waterfront programs
-Performing administrative duties: inventory, waivers, booking pool space, etc
-Performing regular boat and equipment maintenance
-Preparing staff and program evaluations as well as program reports
-Managing a budget
-Instructing some of the waterfront courses

Qualifications:

-Certification in either RCABC – Flatwater Canoeing Instructor combined with extensive personal kayaking experience OR Paddle Canada Introduction to Kayaking Instructor or Level 1 Kayak Instructor OR Sea Kayak Day or Assistant Guide (SKGABC, ASKG or CFOKE certification)
-Paddle Canada Certification – Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Instructor Advanced Flatwater
-Current Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED
-Class 4 BC driver’s license an asset
-Current NLS certification an asset
-Strong communication skills
-Experience in staff leadership
-Experience in recreational program planning and marketing
-Proficiency in word processing programs
-The successful applicant will also be a personable, patient, and effective teacher