Assistant Coordinator - Recreation

Position: Assistant Coordinator - Recreation (Contract)
Location: Central Patricia

Assistant Coordinator - Recreation (Contract)
The City of Orillia is hiring a
Assistant Coordinator - Recreation (Contract)

The City of Orillia is less than 90 minutes from the Greater Toronto Area. Even though growth and progress have been strong in recent years, the Sunshine City has worked hard to retain the small-town charm that has captivated generations. The quality of life is unbeatable in this city surrounded by two lakes, where outdoor pursuits are available in all seasons and are enjoyed by both visitors and residents.
The City of Orillia is currently seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the position of  Assistant Coordinator - Recreation (Contract).
The City does not use artificial intelligence in the hiring process. All job applications are reviewed personally by the appropriate Department/Division. This is an existing position that will be vacant.
Reporting to the Programs and Camps Coordinator, the Assistant Coordinator – Recreation is responsible for assisting with the administrative, clerical and customer service of Recreation Programming, birthday party intakes, bookings, staff scheduling, and plays a key role in the staffing, training, tracking of day-to-day operations.
Candidates must possess a Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. A post-secondary diploma in Office Administration, Business Administration, Recreation Administration, or a related field, is considered an asset. This position requires excellent computer skill using MS Office Suite.
The City of Orillia offers a competitive wage and registration with the OMERS Pension Plan. The hourly rate for this position is $23.94 to $24.66, for up to 35 hours per week. Interested candidates with the required certifications are welcome to submit their resume and cover letter by  November 6, 2026, by 4:00 p.m.
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Note:

The City of Orillia is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Please advise the City of Orillia Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants that apply and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001,S.O. 2001, c. 25., and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, City of Orillia, 50 Andrew St. S., Orillia ON L3V 7T5.

Position Synopsis and Purpose
Reporting to the Programs and Camps Coordinator, the Assistant Coordinator – Recreation provides administrative, clerical, and customer service support to ensure the effective delivery of recreation programs and the City’s birthday party rental program. The position is responsible for birthday party intake, booking, staff scheduling, and weekend on-site oversight, and plays a key role in supporting staffing, training, compliance tracking, documentation, and day-to-day operations.

Major Responsibilities
Description
Approx. Time
Birthday Party Program

Receive and review birthday party request forms , confirming date and room availability, package details, and customer requirements.

Book and confirm birthday parties in Active Net, including processing payments, issuing rental agreements and confirmations, and managing changes, cancellations, and refunds.

Schedule and coordinate staff for birthday parties, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and coverage for each booking.

Work weekend shifts…