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Community Services Assistant 3 - Park Partnership Assistant

City of Surrey
Surrey, BC

Job details

Temporary | Part-time | Full-time

Skills

CPR Certification
Class 5 Licence
High school diploma or GED
Gardening
Supervising experience
First Aid Certification
Organizational skills
AED Certification

Full job description

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Auxiliary

Scope

Surrey's Park Partnership team aims to increase meaningful community connections to park spaces through engaging and educational park programs, special events, and volunteer opportunities. We believe that access to nature and outdoor spaces helps develop an engaged and healthy community
The successful candidate will support park programming activities in outdoor environments, interact with the public, work collaboratively within a team, and promote park user engagement under the guidance of supervisory staff

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and deliver programming at Surrey's feature gardens.
Coordinate and support delivery of special events hosted by Park Partnerships.
Recruit, train, schedule, and provide direction to volunteers, instructors, and junior staff.
Assist with seasonal program coordination including planning, scheduling, staff training, and supervision.
Maintain program records, statistics, and reports.
Research and develop new program ideas.
Support administrative duties, promotions, marketing activities, and public inquiries.
Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Completion of Grade 12 and some post-secondary education from a recognized institution supplemented by 2 years of related experience including supervision experience supporting or coordinating community service work or area of specialty.
Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a safe driving history.
Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C and AED certificate.
High Five Certification or an acceptable equivalent.
Strong interpersonal, planning and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team environment and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with volunteers, staff and the public
Interest in horticulture and gardening is considered an asset.
Broad understanding and working knowledge of park-based programs, their purpose and objectives.
Previous experience working within a Municipal environment is an asset.

Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1

Pay Grade: Schedule D

Hourly Rate: $28.16

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until June 11, 2026.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community

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