Overview
Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor Jobs in St. John’s, Canada at Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services
Position: Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor-EN
Location: St. John’s
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, customised financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organise 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 contribute in a team‑based land or ship‑based environment. Excited by the opportunity to deploy as a civilian among CAF personnel abroad, you are a team player in a fast‑paced setting and can 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 coordinate fitness, sports and recreation for the CAF and partner nations, conduct personal and group fitness, sports training and events, organise recreation events and deliver briefings 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 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 toward developing and delivering exceptional programmes for the CAF and their partner nations.
The Supervisor is responsible for managing team members and programme 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
Valid driver’s licence (Province)
Canadian citizenship
Valid Canadian passport
Experience
Planning, organising and coordinating operations and delivery of physical fitness, sports and recreation programmes
Applying policies, procedures, regulations and applicable legislation
Evaluating physical fitness
Preparing and conducting group physical fitness training sessions
Preparing and administering tournaments and sporting events
Officiating sporting events and/or athletic competitions
Additional Supervisor Experience
Coaching sports
Managing facilities
Inventory control and loss prevention
Personnel administration
Competencies
Client focus, organisational 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 six‑month terms. Deployment start dates may take place within the next two years.
Hours of work
Maximum 56 hours per week, which…
Title: Fitness, Sports and Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor
Company: Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services
Location: St. John’s, Canada
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