Bike educator/Recreation technician II
City of Edmonton’s Parks and Roads Services Department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Bike educator/Recreation technician II. City of Edmonton’s Parks and Roads Services Department maintains and improves outdoor spaces and transportation infrastructure. It ensure safe, accessible parks and roads for residents and visitors, enhancing Edmonton’s livability. Through proactive maintenance and sustainability initiatives, it reinforce the city’s appeal and functionality, contributing to its reputation as a vibrant and well-connected urban center. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Edmonton
Department: Parks and Roads Services
Position: Bike educator/Recreation technician II
No of Vacancies: 4
Salary: $21.793 – $26.928 Hourly
Employment Type: Temporary/Full time (Up to 8 months)
Union: CSU 52
Location: 16th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4, CA
Shift: Wednesday to Sunday, Evening and Weekend (33.75 hours per week)
Job ID: 48789
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Grade 12 or Completion of the first year of a recognized Recreation Administration or related diploma or degree program
Experience: Candidates should have minimum one year of direct experience leading recreational, cultural or related educational programs
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have experience in cycling-focused education or leading cycling ride-alongs and should have experience leading and/or facilitating meetings and delivering presentations
- The candidates should possess Standard First Aid and CPR certification and should demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- The candidates should have the ability to instruct, organize, and supervise group activities effectively and should be proficient in using equipment and materials effectively, including riding a bicycle, e-bicycle, and e-scooter
- The candidates should be comfortable using a bike to get around downtown and riding up to 20 km in one day and should be proficient in Google Applications
- The candidates should demonstrate a customer service mindset and compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- The candidates should have possession of a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) and Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver’s permit
- The candidates should demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated, and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same
- The candidates should demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviors, and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker, and Creative Innovator
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to lead and deliver various cycling and micro mobility (shared e-scooter / e-bikes) education and encouragement programs
- The candidates should be able to collaborate with their team to develop and deliver program activities and coordinate event logistics for the City’s bike education and encouragement programs, which include cycling ridealongs, presentations, and events
- The candidates should be able to report on outreach activities, including collecting and sharing metrics, and help identify the impact and improvements for future activations
- The candidates should be able to assist with the overall safety of participants in bike education programs and activations while supporting accessibility for different learners and micro mobility users
- The candidates should be able to respond to resident inquiries, concerns, and questions about the bicycle education programs
- The candidates should be able to work directly with residents, businesses, and other external stakeholders, including adults and children, as well as other Bike Street Educators
- The candidates should be able to assist with other Vibrant Streets programs which connect to micro mobility and the Bike Plan, including the patio program, parking, and decorative traffic control boxes
- The candidates should be able to work to increase awareness and understanding of the rules of the road and how to navigate Edmonton’s Active Transportation Network
- The candidates should be able to perform other related duties as required
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!