Organization
York Region Educational Services

Director of Recreation Volunteer

Duration
Recruiting now
Location
Markham, ON

Opportunity Details

Ongoing

Remote

Recruiting now

Markham, ON L3R

About this Opportunity

  • Develop and oversee recreation programs:
  • Plan, design, and implement a diverse range of recreational activities and services that meet community needs and interests.
  • Manage staff and resources:
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate recreation staff, volunteers, and contractors to ensure effective program delivery.
  • Budget and financial oversight:
  • Prepare, monitor, and manage budgets for recreation programs, facilities, and events to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Facility management:
  • Oversee the operation, maintenance, and scheduling of recreational facilities to provide safe and accessible environments.
  • Community engagement and partnership building:
  • Collaborate with community groups, local government, and other stakeholders to enhance recreation opportunities and support.
  • Policy development and compliance:
  • Establish and enforce policies, procedures, and safety standards in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Program evaluation and improvement:
  • Monitor program performance through data collection, participant feedback, and trend analysis to guide continuous improvement.
  • Promote recreation services:
  • Lead marketing, outreach, and advocacy efforts to increase participation and raise awareness of recreational offerings.

Who We're Looking For:

  • Minimum age: 12
  • Passionate about volunteering and open to learning new skills and softwares
  • Complete training prior to start date
  • Can commit to the shift schedule

Bonus Skills:

  • Fluency/high proficiency in a language other than English
  • Previous volunteer experience

We're looking forward to meeting you! Please submit your application at https://yorkeducation.org/volunteer/