Municipal Physical Activity Coordinator
Deadline to Apply: January 15, 2025
How to Apply: Send resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Reporting: This position reports to Director of Recreation Services
Job Summary:
The Municipal Physical Activity Coordinator for the Municipality of the District of Argyle is a funding partnership with Argyle and the department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage. The position is responsible for the co-ordination and implementation of a comprehensive physical activity strategy, designed to improve movement for the residents of Argyle. Furthermore, the position is the lead for the implementation and tracking of the Active Transportation Strategy, trail improvements and other recommendations as approved by the Council.
Additional information:
Municipal Physical Activity Leadership Program (MPAL) Memorandum of Understanding
The strategy addresses built and natural environments that support physical activity, social environments including leadership and social communication promoting awareness of the benefits and opportunities of physical activity to our residents. The position supports the operation of existing recreational programming, including Argyle Minor Soccer Club, evening drop-in activities and other similar activities.
The candidate shall lead social marketing and other promotional opportunities to ensure residents are informed of physical activity benefits and opportunities to get more active. They work easily and collaboratively with health organizations, schools, and other municipal units in developing an enduring physical activity priority in the municipality.
The ideal candidate has an undergraduate degree in Recreation, or similar education, and at least 3 years’ experience working in this or a related recreational field.
The position is well-supported by a variety of provincial and municipal resources to aid in the coordination.
The position is subject to flexible hours and is eligible to our four-day compressed work week.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Leads the development of a comprehensive physical activity strategy, in accordance with the Provincial-Municipal Memorandum of Understanding (2024 version attached).
- Develops an annual work plan, to be eligible for maximum funding through the Active Communities Fund.
- Responsible to apply, implement and report on the Active Communities Fund.
- Advocates to reduce barriers to participation in physical activity initiatives.
- Promotes, creates social support, and develops policy for walking and other less structured movement for the population.
- Leverages social marketing and other existing physical activity initiatives, as appropriate.
- Partners with other municipal units and partners include but are not limited to schools, health care and workplaces.
- Provides education, support and training community leaders, volunteers and coaches to support their role in providing physical activity opportunities for our residents.
- Develops and implements annual budget and operational plans outline the planned approach to implementing the physical activity strategy each year.
- Attends Physical Activity Practitioner Exchange (PAPE) Professional Development Sessions.
- Attends Recreation Nova Scotia Conference at their discretion.
- Prepares and submits related grant proposals supporting physical activity.
- Lends & maintains equipment under the equipment loan program facilitating ‘try it’ for community members.
- Administer the Kids First Fund, providing financial assistance to at risk youth to support physical activity.
- Leads workplace wellness initiatives within municipal staff and council.
- Maintains accurate records of activities, attendance and outcomes, evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives and consider alterations where required.
- Prepares reports to the Argyle Recreation Commission and/or Council as required.
- Designs, plans, and implements a variety of physical activity programs for diverse age groups, abilities, and communities, including support for
- Argyle Minor Soccer Club
- Evening drop in recreational programs
- Support for other programs as required in the community.
- All other tasks assigned by your supervisor.
Base Qualifications and Education:
- Undergraduate university degree in Health Promotion, Community Development, Recreation or related fields.
- At least 3 years of experience in a related field.
Required Skills:
- Project leadership and management.
- Certifications: First Aid and CPR certification (may be obtained during employment).
- Valid drivers’ license.
- Strong communication skills.
- Planning and evaluation of projects.
- Relationship building and proven collaboration and partnership.
- Understanding of the physical activity and recreation delivery systems.
- Community engagement and development skills.
- Basic policy development skills.
- Leadership and facilitation skills.
Desired Skills:
- Knowledge of Local Context: Understanding of the local health landscape in Argyle and the specific needs of the population.
- Ability to speak and understand both official languages of Canada is considered an asset.
- General knowledge of municipal government operations.
- Knowledge and./or training in influencing physical activity at the population level and barriers to physical activity.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time, permanent position, standard hours at 35 hours per week.
- Evening or weekend hours shall be required to accommodate community events or programs, flex time arrangements are available.
- Travel within Nova Scotia to different communities may be required.
Terms & Conditions of Employment
All new employees of the municipality of Argyle will require a vulnerable sector check.
The Municipality of Argyle is an equal opportunity employer. The Municipality of Argyle is committed to the principles of the Accessibility and of the Equity and Anti Racism Acts. As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection process as inclusive as possible and provide accommodation as required for applicants with disabilities or other specialized needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
All employment opportunities within the Municipality of Argyle will be posted here as they become available. The Municipality of Argyle is an equal opportunity employer.
For more information about employment resources and job postings in the area, please contact:
Nova Scotia Works (CDENE)
Dawn Doucette - Career Practitioner
1 Slocumb Dr
Tusket, NS
B0W 3M0
Phone: 902-648-0573