Join Our Recreation Team

Greater Vernon Recreation Services is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are interested in coaching the Para Swimming program at the Vernon Aquatic Centre. The Para Swim program is for athletes with physical, sensory, or intellectual challenges.  Coaches are required to be at minimum Trained, but preferred Certified as a Swimming Fundamentals Coach (level 1) or Water Safety Instructor.

Hours of work include, Tuesday, Thursday Friday from 4:00-5:00pm and Sundays 11:00-12:00pm.

This is an excluded position with the City of Vernon with a wage of $25.36 / hour.  The successful applicant will be required to provide a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector.

Please send or drop off a resume and cover letter: attention to Gary Lefebvre @ the Vernon Recreation Centre 3310 – 37th Ave V1T 2Y5 or email:  aquatics@vernon.ca.

Vernon Recreation Services is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are interested in assisting people with physical, sensory, or intellectual challenges in an aquatic environment. No formal training is required but experience assisting people in an aquatic environment is preferred.

Hours of work will vary, Monday through Saturday with the majority of hours will be Monday to Friday between 9:30-3:00pm. This is an excluded position with the City of Vernon, pay range is $15.30 / hour.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector within the year.

Please send or drop off a resume and cover letter: attention to Gary Lefebvre

@ the Vernon Recreation Centre 3310 – 37th Ave V1T 2Y5 or email: aquatics@vernon.ca

Join our Fitness Team! Recreation Services has exciting opportunities in our fitness department.

We are looking to enrich our program offerings and fitness team. We are currently accepting applications for Fitness professionals who have certifications and experience leading fitness programs. Work hours vary depending on program and facility availability, but range between 8am and 9pm Monday to Friday. Wage varies depending on qualifications.

Positions available:

• Group Fitness Instructor
• Osteofit & Get Up & Go
• Group Fitness Instructor with Older Adult Certification
• Circuit Training
• Aquafit and/or Aqua Therapy
• Pilates

The ideal candidate must have experience leading group fitness classes and have the applicable fitness certifications from a recognized fitness authority. It is essential that the ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills, is energetic and enthusiastic, is well organized and able to communicate effectively (verbal and written).

Apply with a resume, cover letter and current criminal record check (with vulnerable sector check): email: activeliving@vernon.ca Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Reporting to the Recreation Programmer, this position is responsible for setting up and providing volleyball equipment, refereeing and maintaining records of scheduled games for Vernon Volleyball leagues for Recreation Services.
Duties Include:

• Referees volleyball league games
• Sets up and take down of volleyball nets
• Fills out a scoresheet for each game
• Inspects program area and equipment as well as recommends maintenance and repair
• Act as a liaison between teams and the programmer
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Education And Experience:

• Must be at least 16 yrs or older
• Previous certification or sufficient experience in volleyball required

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Knowledge of volleyball rules
• Ability to lift 25 lbs
• Ability to understand and work from written and oral instructions
• Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Ability to get to and from gymnasiums with some mode of transportation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Volleyball referee course
• Basic first aid

Apply with a resume, cover letter and criminal record check:
email: playsports@vernon.ca
Only applicants short listed will be contacted. OPEN Posting.

Vernon Recreation Services is seeking a Substitute Coach(s) for our Master’s Swim program.  We want to find an individual to join a team of enthusiastic coaches, who respectively bring their own expertise, to our adult swim fitness program.  Masters coaches are expected to work together to provide the participants with a variety of swim workouts to meet the needs of this diverse group of swimmers.  

Masters swim workouts are scheduled on:

• Monday / Wednesday / Friday from 6:30 – 7:30am and 7:30 – 8:30am;
• Tuesday / Thursday 8:15 – 9:15pm;
• Sunday 8:00 – 9:30am and 9:30-11:00 am.  

This is an excluded position with the City of Vernon, pay range is $25.36 / hour. The successful applicant will be required to provide a clear criminal record check current within the year. Please send or drop off a resume and cover letter: attention to Gary Lefebvre @ the Vernon Recreation Centre 3310 – 37th Ave V1T 2Y5 or email aquatics@vernon.ca   Applications accepted until the position(s) filled.

Leaders in Training (LIT) Program – An opportunity for youth between 13 and 18 years to get involved through placements in our afterschool programs. Volunteers receive valuable career training and experience in the field of recreation. Become a leader and mentor for kids in our community!

Fitness - Volunteers assist with fitness gym safety monitoring and equipment tidy up.
General Recreation - Volunteers assist with art, basketball, hockey, soccer, skating programs and so much more. If you have an interest or passion we will work with you to find a suitable placement.

Special Events - Volunteers are an integral part of our special events. From special event nights, celebrations to swim with Santa. If you love special events, get connected.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Recreation Service.
To apply to be a volunteer please fill in the Volunteer Application form or LIT form and return it to the Vernon Recreation Centre, and we will contact you for follow up.

LeaderS IN TRaining (LIT) APPLICATION FORM
VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

Do you have a program idea or activity that you would like to offer through or partner with Recreation Services to offer?

Do you have an idea for a NEW program, send us a proposal package. Start by developing a clear vision for your program, including a title, program objectives, description, and requirements for space and equipment. When your ready with your Program Proposal Form, submit it along with your resume and any relevant certificates to the Recreation Programs department and the Vernon Recreation Centre.

Program Proposal Form