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Program Assistant, Fitness
RegionLower Mainland
Application DeadlineFeb 6 2012
OrganizationBC Recreation and Parks Assocation
Contact PersonSharon Meredith, Operations Manager
Emailsmeredith@bcrpa.bc.ca
Phone604-629-0965
Address
301-470 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC, V6C 1V5
Canada
49° 17' 5.6544" N, 123° 6' 52.1172" W
Job Description

Job Posting:

 
The British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) is a not for profit organization dedicated to building and sustaining active healthy lifestyles and communities in BC. Established in 1958, the Association is a central resource agency for members and stakeholders of parks, recreation, physical activity and culture sector, providing leadership, training and support to help meet national, provincial and local priorities. Through a diverse network of partners and extensive programs and services, BCRPA actively advocates accessibility and inclusiveness to recreation and physical activity.
 
We are currently seeking a part-time Fitness Program Assistant to provide support to the Fitness Registration Program.  Under the general direction of the Operations Manager and the direct supervision of the Program Coordinator, the Fitness Program Assistant is responsible for:
 
  • Reviewing and following-up on fitness registration processes
  • Reviewing and approving registration special requests
  • Reviewing and processing course and workshop applications
  • Coordinating production of the quarterly FitLife BC magazine
  • Coordinating Instructor Competency Workshops
  • Providing logistics support to the annual Fitness Conference
  • Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
 
Required skills and knowledge:
  • detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  • excellent written and oral interpersonal and communication skills
  • ability to work independently, and as a team member
  • demonstrated analytical skills
  • working knowledge of Microsoft Professional Office Suite, including Word, Excel and Access
 
Desired training and experience:
  • four or more years of experience in the Fitness industry; registration as a BCRPA Supervisor and/or Trainer of Fitness Leaders preferred
  • or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
 
 
 
 
 
Terms of Employment:
 
1.       Employment to begin as soon as possible, with a three-month probationary period. Satisfactory completion of the probationary period will be determined through a performance review. 
2.       The rate of pay is $23.00 per hour. Work week is 21 hours. Office hours are 8:30am – 4:30pm, with one hour off for lunch.
3.       Vacation leave to be provided at the rate of 9 days per year with eligibility to request vacation leave after six months of continuous employment.
4.       BCRPA benefits package available upon successful completion of the probationary period. Employee benefits plan contribution schedule is as follows:
a.       MSP (individual rate)                                           50% employer paid
b.      Extended Health Benefits                                 100% employer paid
c.       Dental                                                                   100% employer paid
d.      Group Life                                                             100% employer paid
e.      Accidental Death & Dismemberment            100% employer paid
f.        Long Term Disability                                        100% employee paid
g.       Vision Care (Medical)                                      100% employer paid
h.      Group RRSP Plan                                      50% employee/employer
 
 
Submit a resume with cover letter to Sharon Meredith, Operations Manager BC Recreation & Parks Association, Suite 301, 470 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1V5 or fax to 604-629-2651 or email smeredith@bcrpa.bc.ca. Application deadline is February 6th, 2012. 
 
Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest. No phone calls please.

 

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