Wellness and Recreation Coordinator

Job title:

Wellness and Recreation Coordinator

Company

Northwestern Polytechnic

Job description

True NorthAs the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP) is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.The RoleThe Wellness & Recreation Coordinator will implement wellness and recreational programming for NWP students. This includes planning, programming, delivering activities, event promotion, hiring of program instructors and casual student staff. The Wellness and Recreation Coordinator will report to the Associate Dean, Student Life. Some occasional travel to Fairview Campus and the Health Education Centre may be required, along with working some occasional evenings to accommodate after hours’ programming.The Wellness and Recreation Coordinator will be expected to do the following:Coordinate and Implement Wellness & Recreation Programming:

• Create, plan, and implement campus recreation and wellness programs and events.
• Administer programs and courses including all registration, set up, transportation, staffing, prizing, payment, etc. as required.
• Purchase prizes, food, admissions, etc. that support student participation in programming and events.
• Work with Community Relations in the implementation of a communications plan to promote and advertise events to students.
• Work closely with Sport & Fitness for the booking and use of fitness facilities on campus.
• Liaise with internal departments, the NWP Students’ Association and external facilities/vendors to coordinate activities for NWP students.

Staff Training & Recruitment:

• Recruit, hire, train, schedule casual student staff to assist with the delivery of programming and events.
• Recruit Fitness Instructors for the delivery of classes and programs including training, insurance, time sheets, contracts, space requirements, etc.
• Recruit internal or external providers to deliver wellness related programming for students.
• Work with HR/Payroll to ensure payment of contracted staff or students.

Administration:

• Assist with program budget development.
• Ensure spending stays within the allocated budget.
• Purchase of wellness & recreation items, ex. sleds, games, etc.
• Ensure paperwork is completed in a timely manner for vendor payments.
• Prepare written communications such as monthly reports, annual reports, and statistics.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Other duties as required

What We OfferFinding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.Job RequirementsJob RequirementsThe successful candidate will have two years’ post-secondary education (Sport, Recreation and/or Event Management Diploma) is preferred and two years’ relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience can be considered.Additional necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; knowledge of Matador and Agresso are considered an asset;
• strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• ability to build strong relationships across the organization;
• a high level of integrity, professionalism and accountability;

How to ApplyOnly applications received electronically will be considered. To apply, go to http://www.nwpolytech.ca/careers and select the job posting.We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at humanresources@nwpolytech.ca.Thank you for applying to Northwestern Polytechnic!Appointment Date From:2/1/2025Appointment Date To:Salary GradeOrganizational UnitNorthwestern Polytechnic -> Dean of Students -> Student LifeLocationGrande Prairie, AB CA (Primary)

Expected salary

Location

Grande Prairie, AB

Job date

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 05:25:44 GMT

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