RECREATION PROGRAMMER - Summerside Express - Part-Time (25-073) External Closes Oct 15/25

The City of Campbell River is seeking an experienced and passionate Programmer to join our Recreation & Culture team in this permanent part-time position. 

Workplace culture is important to the Recreation Department - we are looking for people to join us who embrace our core values of teamwork, respect, integrity, communication, and kindness.

Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.

The role:  The Programmer works with the Program Coordinator in the planning, development, implementation, and delivery of the Summerside Express program. This Programmer role is specific to the delivery of the Summerside Express program, a specialized summer camp program that provides opportunities for neurodiverse individuals and/or children and youth with diverse abilities. 

What we offer: The rate of pay for this CUPE bargaining unit permanent part-time position is $34.04 per hour. We offer a benefits package which includes 3 weeks paid vacation prorated for part-time hours and extended health coverage. The successful candidate will also have access to a reduced cost Employee Wellness Pass for Recreation facilities and programs. 

Hours of Work: This is a permanent part-time position that works from January through September as follows:

• January through June – up to 15 hours/week
• July and August – 35 hours/week
• September – up to 15 hours/week

Recreation Programmer - Summerside Express - Job Description

Education

• Diploma in Social Work or Child and Youth Care or closely related field, from a recognized post-secondary institution, combined with a minimum of three (3) years’ recent experience working with, and in planning and implementing programs and/or services for neurodiverse individuals, within the last seven (7) years.

• OR

  A one (1) year certificate in Educational Assistant or ECE Special Education Assistant program or closely related field, combined with a minimum of five (5) years’ recent experience working with, and in planning and implementing programs and/or services for neurodiverse individuals, within the last seven (7) years.

Training

• Must possess and maintain a criminal record and vulnerability sector check.
• Must possess and maintain valid Emergency First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 driver’s license and must produce and maintain a clean driver’s abstract, as per City policy.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years recent experience in working with, and in planning and implementing programs and/or services for neurodiverse individuals, within the last seven (7) years.
• One (1) year recent supervisory experience, within the last seven (7) years.
• Experience working with citizens of all ages and abilities.

Preferred Criteria 

• Experience in developing and implementing inclusive and specialized recreation programs and initiatives.
• Education, training or certification in Inclusion and Special Needs Education.
• Degree in Social Work, Child, and Youth Care.
• Valid Class 4 Driver's License.
• Access to a personal vehicle for business use.

Posting Date:  September 17, 2025

Closing Date and Time: October 15, 2025 - 11:59pm

Posting Number:  25-073

When you apply: You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position. 

Questions about this position? Email [email protected]