Manager, Sports, Leisure and Active Living

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Community Development, the incumbent plans, organizes and oversees activities in sports, leisure and active living, including support to the associative sector; implements recommendations arising from the Recreation Master Plan, coordinates community programs and events, and supports local organizations; plans, organizes, coordinates, manages, books and evaluates all administrative activities related to the use of municipal facilities; oversees the human and financial resources within their areas of responsibility, seeks partnerships and funding sources, and represents the municipality on committees and with partners. This role aims to provide inclusive and innovative services that enhance residents' quality of life, while supporting community engagement and development.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic and operational management

• Implement and follow up on recommendations related to sports, recreation and active living in the City's Recreation Master Plan, including programming and community engagement
• Plan, direct, coordinate and monitor projects and services in accordance with the master plan and municipal priorities
• Integrate best practices in sports, recreation, active living and programming, and adapt services to evolving community needs
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders (community organizations, residents and regional partners) to foster collaboration
• Coordinate and supervise customer service and front-counter activities at the UNIplex
• Ensure effective communication and maintain good customer relations at the City's recreational and sports facilities
• Oversee facility management and the City's facility reservation system
• Collaborate in planning and logistics for services offered at the UNIplex
• Develop, update and ensure compliance with facility rental and pricing policies and procedures
• Effectively manage customer complaints, requests and suggestions within their areas of responsibility

Community development and programming

• Develop, coordinate and evaluate community programs, activities and events
• Plan and manage the community activity calendar according to the population's priorities and needs
• Support community organizations and their volunteer groups by fostering collaboration through partnerships, guidance and training to strengthen their autonomy, commitment and sustainable collaboration
• Implement performance indicators to measure the impact of programs and events
• Identify partnership opportunities with local and regional companies to support initiatives
• Promote inclusion, diversity and well-being through innovative initiatives
• Monitor recreation trends and innovations to maintain a competitive range of services, programs and initiatives

Human and financial resources

• Supervise, evaluate and support the skills development of staff who report to them, as well as volunteers
• Ensure staffing, training and work planning
• Promote engagement, communication and a positive work environment
• Draw up work schedules and prepare time sheets
• Prepare and manage the budget for their area of responsibility
• Monitor expenses, approve purchases and oversee invoicing
• Research, seek and manage funding sources (grants, partnerships)

Other

• Prepare and present reports, statistics and analyses to management and City Council
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and work methods, and make recommendations to ensure service consistency and efficiency
• Carry out any other related duties, as assigned by the Community Development Department

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Undergraduate degree in recreation, leisure or a related field
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• Five (5) years' experience in partnership development and collaboration with various groups/organizations in sports, recreation, events and/or tourism
• Experience in the municipal sector (asset)
• Experience in staff management (asset)

Driver's licence

• Class 5

Knowledge

• Fluency in spoken and written French and English
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams)
• In-depth knowledge of the tourism industry, as well as the region's products and services

Skills and abilities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work in partnership with different stakeholders, both internal and external, to achieve common goals
• Methodical and organized work habits, strong attention to detail, priority-setting ability and initiative
• Persuasion and leadership skills
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information and to make informed, independent decisions
• Ability to deal effectively and discreetly with sensitive issues
• Excellent interpersonal skills that foster constructive dialogue with stakeholders
• Ability to manage several files and projects simultaneously
• Positive and enthusiastic approach to carrying out a broad range of duties
• Adaptability and openness to change
• Client-satisfaction focus and ability to take criticism from clients
• Positive attitude aligned with the interests of the municipality and the broader community
• Physical ability to perform assigned work
• Punctuality and regular attendance
• Strong record of job performance
• Respect for the City of Dieppe's confidentiality rules and organizational values

WORK SCHEDULE

• Thirty-five (35) hours per week
• Availability to work outside regular business hours on occasion (evenings and weekends)

SALARY

• Based on the current salary scale for non-unionized staff
• The incumbent also receives vacation time, benefits (paid by the employer) and a pension plan (employer/employee contribution).

CLOSING DATE

• The deadline to submit an application is February 26th, 2026 at 23 h 59.

N.B.: The above statements reflect the key characteristics of the position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or requirements associated with the role. All employees may be required, from time to time, to perform tasks outside their regular responsibilities as operational needs arise.

Note: Please note that the municipality officially declared itself a francophone city offering bilingual services in 2000 (Municipal Administration Language Policy A-9). As the language of work is French, all employees must be able to communicate orally and in writing in English and French.

Revised in January 2026 - Human Resources Department