Overview
Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor Jobs in Halifax, Canada at Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services
Position: Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor-EN
CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!
At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well‑being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and family support, and organize charity events.
The Role
Imagine the excitement and ability to show off your incredible skills in a deployed environment (overseas) for six months delivering fitness, sports, and recreation services to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and partner nations from across the world. As a deployed Fitness, Sports, and Recreation team member, you are not just delivering these services, but enhancing the overall morale and welfare of all the troops deployed.
The Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator and Supervisor are part of an enthusiastic team of adventurous individuals who enjoy meaningful employment and contributing in a team‑based land or ship‑based environment. Excited by the opportunity to deploy as a civilian among our CAF personnel abroad, you are a team player in a fast‑paced setting. You are able to adapt to new challenges in an ever‑changing dynamic environment.
The Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator and Supervisor will be contributing at the forefront of supporting the CAF abroad. Most importantly, you will be coordinating Fitness, Sports and Recreation for the CAF and partner nations. You will conduct personal and group fitness, sports training and events, organize and deliver recreation events, as well as deliver briefings and guidance on fitness, sports and recreation policies, directives and procedures.
The Fitness, Sports, and Recreation Coordinator and Supervisor play an important role in enhancing the morale of military members by planning recreational activities, outings and events. Keeping the military energized ensures they are mentally and physically ready to sustain the difficulties of military operations, and live healthy balanced lives.
The Supervisor is selected from the pool of Coordinator candidates and after successful completion of the Training and Selection Course. The Supervisor oversees the fitness, sports, and recreation department, supporting and leading a team of Coordinators towards developing and delivering exceptional programs and services for the CAF and their partner nations.
The Supervisor is responsible for managing team members and program schedules, performance management, and overall management of the fitness, sports, and recreation department.
Qualifications Needed
Education, Certifications and Licenses
College diploma or certificate in Exercise Sciences, or a related field
Current Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) designation
A valid driver’s license (Province)
Canadian citizenship
Must have a valid Canadian passport
Experience
In planning, organizing, and coordinating the operations and delivery of physical fitness, sports, and recreation programs
In applying policies, procedures, regulations, and applicable legislation
In evaluating physical fitness
In preparing and conducting group physical fitness training sessions
In preparing and administering tournaments and sporting events
In officiating sporting events and/or athletic competitions
Additional Supervisor Experience
In coaching sports
In managing facilities
In inventory control and loss prevention
In personnel administration
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
Additional Qualifications Prior To Deployment
Completion of a health, dental and psychosocial assessment
Security screening
Standard First Aid with CPR/AED Level C, or willingness to obtain upon hire
Ability to walk and lift, carry, pull or push heavy items
Language Requirements
English Essential
Job Information
Position Type
Civilian deployment contracts are…
Title: Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor
Company: Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services
Location: Halifax, Canada
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