• Job Description

  Req#: JR-1020877

  Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

  We are one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara. Brock has been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity compiled by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities.

  Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

  Post End Date:

  June 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM

  This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Part-Time Contract Positions (Employee Group)

  Department: Brock Recreation

  Pay Rate: $17.20/hour

  Contract Dates: June 23, 2025 -December 31, 2025

  Hours: 4-12 hours/week

  Job Description

  Brock Recreation will offer on-campus sports instructional programs to community members. The goal of each sport program will be to introduce and teach the fundamental movement skills of various sports being offered. Participants will learn the basic technical skills of each sport through instruction and game play.

  Job Duties and Responsibilities

  Instructors hold an important role with the sports programs, being role models and coaches for our participants! The sports instructor is responsible for maintaining a physically and emotionally safe environment while creating meaningful and fun experiences for all participants. Sports programs can range from child/youth ages (3-13) to potentially adults (ages 18+). Instructors are responsible for facilitating high quality and engaging instructional programs and should be able to deliver programs in multiple sports. Additional responsibilities for an effective sports instructor include:

  • Plan, organize and deliver high quality safe and stimulating sports lessons for all levels of participants.
  • Keep current with industry trends and new class formats.
  • Provide high-level front-line customer service including greeting and engaging participants.
  • Communicate with participants regarding safety awareness and accident prevention.
  • Maintain complete vigilance while on duty and be ready to respond to any emergency.
  • Supervise and mentor volunteers and assistants.
  • Complete administrative duties in a timely manner (e.g. attendance, incident/accident reports, opening and closing procedures)
  • Maintain a safe and tidy program space ensuring equipment is set-up and stored appropriately.
  • Report all concerns, accidents, and incidents to immediate supervisor for follow up and take appropriate action.
  • Maintain an understanding of department programs and services.
  • Understand, adhere to, and enforce University and Departmental Policies & Procedures, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards for all participants and staff.
  • Attend meetings/training as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications

  • Availability to work approximately 4-12 hours per week, Monday – Thursday, between the hours of 4:30-8:30pm (please note that available work fluctuates with program registration).
  • Demonstrated knowledge/experience in related sport such as basketball, soccer, volleyball, badminton, multi-sports, flag football (please highlight).
  • 1 – 2 years coaching/instructional experience preferred
  • Experience and/or desire to work with children and youth in a recreational setting
  • Excellent people skills and a friendly, responsible, service-oriented attitude
  • Effective communication and able to work well within a team atmosphere
  • Interest in and willingness to learn new technical skills, develop personal soft skills, and concepts in science, technology, outdoor education or sports
  • Able to solve problems effectively and adapt to the changes typical to running programs for youth
  • Candidates must obtain First Aid/CPR Level C and a vulnerable sector police clearance prior to beginning
  • Successful completion of all Brock University and Sport training (e.g. AODA, WHMIS, content specific, challenge course, risk management)

  Expectations of Staff

  • Knowledge of various sport rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of general Brock Recreation procedures.
  • Ability to work evenings
  • Excellent ability to deal with people.
  • Good time management and organization skills.
  • Maintain staff training provided and attendance at staff meetings.
  • The ability to work in a team environment.
  • The ability to work independently.

  We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

  Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups .

  We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodat e the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code . Please contact talent@brocku.ca if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure you r participation needs are met.

  Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

  We appreciate all applications received . C andidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

  Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca .

• About the company

  Brock University is a public research university in St.

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