City of Edmonton

<h1>Job Number</h1>
: 56206
Do you have a passion for outdoor recreation and thrive on connecting with people? This is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to share your enthusiasm, lead unforgettable experiences, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of Edmontonians.
As an Outdoor Program Leader, you’ll be a skilled instructor and inspiring facilitator for a wide range of participants from day camps and school field trips to engaging community programs. You’ll plan and lead dynamic outdoor experiences across a diverse range of activities.
What will you do?
<ul>
<li>Winter Expeditions: Get outside with cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice biking, and kicksledding adventures and more</li>
<li>Adventure Sports: Teach cycling adventures, Paddle Canada–certified tandem canoeing, and engaging archery sessions</li>
<li>Wilderness Skills: Instruct shelter building, fire building, and practical outdoor survival skills through hands-on activities</li>
<li>Navigation &amp; Science: Explore orienteering, GPS navigation, and environmental science through fun, interactive challenges</li>
<li>Community Engagement: Direct outdoor day camp adventures, fun and flexible programs for children, families and adults, and exciting outreach opportunities</li>
<li>Other related duties as required</li>
</ul>
<h2>Qualifications</h2>
:
<ul>
<li>Completion of Grade 12 or an equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
<li>Practical experience working with the general public, children, youth, and diverse program participant groups</li>
</ul>
Assets:
<ul>
<li>Outdoor adventure sports experience</li>
<li>Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher</li>
<li>CANSI Cross Country Ski Level 1</li>
<li>NCCP certification</li>
<li>Paddle Canada Waterfront Instructor Certification</li>
</ul>
Skills required for Success:
<ul>
<li>Ability to operate necessary equipment such as riding a bike, or cross country skiing</li>
<li>Ability to safely instruct and lead physically demanding outdoor recreation activities across diverse modalities and variable weather conditions.</li>
<li>Ability to work safely outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions (+42 to -25), as well as in safety-sensitive environments</li>
<li>Proficiency to lead timed programs that entertain and educate participants, while managing multiple tasks effectively and safely</li>
<li>Knowledge of physical literacy and recreation program objectives, policies, and procedures</li>
<li>Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage program participants, collaborate with team members and supervisors</li>
<li>Ability to utilize mobile digital tools, including Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets) for documentation and communication</li>
<li>Capable of the safe handling, use, and maintenance of program materials and equipment</li>
<li>Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (<a href="https://bit.ly/4brRrXm" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/4brRrXm</a>)</li>
<li>Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion</li>
</ul>
Conditions of Employment:
<ul>
<li>Hire is dependent on Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement</li>
<li>Candidates will be required to arrange their own transportation and, where appropriate, will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the candidate to obtain business-use auto insurance</li>
<li>Possession of Intermediate First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications</li>
<li>Ability to attend training: December 14-18, 2026 (all day, each day)</li>
<li>Ability to reliably travel to worksites across the city, which may vary daily</li>
<li>Provide clear work availability and consistently maintain reliable scheduling that meets the needs of the position once hired</li>
<li>Applicants may be tested</li>
</ul>
Work Environment:
<ul>
<li>Note: Due to the nature of this work, this position is not eligible for a hybrid work arrangement</li>
<li>The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance</li>
<li>Ability to work shifts that are any day of the week beginning as early as 7:00 a.m. and ending as late as 9:00 p.m.</li>
<li>Candidates will be required to arrange their own transportation to work at various locations in the city</li>
<li>Evenings, weekends, and holiday work is required</li>
<li>Physically capable of sustained activity outdoors, including navigating slopes, unpaved trails, working in all weather conditions, and handling equipment and supplies such as bicycles and canoes with minimal supervision.</li>
</ul>
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact <a href="mailto:employment@edmonton.ca" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">employment@edmonton.ca</a>. Learn more about our benefits <a href="https://bit.ly/COEbenefits" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/COEbenefits</a>
Up to 30 temporary part-time positions for up to 5 months with a possibility of extension until August 31, 2027
Hours of Work: Up to 39 hours per week
Salary Range: $21.918 - $26.183 (Hourly)
Recruitment Consultant: JP/JR
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Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
Classification Title: Recreation Technician I - 8hrs
<h2>Posting Date</h2>
: Oct 7, 2026
<h2>Closing Date</h2>
: Oct 21, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
<h2>Number of Openings (up to)</h2>
: 30 - Temporary Part-time
Union : CSU 52
<h2>Department</h2>
: Sport and Recreation
<h2>Work Location(s)</h2>
:
Various Locations
Edmonton (City Wide)

Outdoor Program Leader - Recreation Technician I

Outdoor Program Leader - Recreation Technician I

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