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Date Posted: February 23, 2026
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Job Category:

• Community and Social Services
• Culinary, Tourism and Hospitality
• Health and Wellness

Job Start Date: Immediately
Job Location: On-site Position (Hampton, NB, Canada)
Positions Available: 1
Salary: 26.15+
Hours Per Week: 37.5

Job Description

The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for:

Program Duties

• Overall coordination and implementation of designated programs, including planning, promotion, securing equipment/supplies, staff supervision, implementation, follow-up, and evaluation.
• Programs include but are not limited to:
  • Public drop-in programs at the Mike Murphy Memorial Field House, Summit Centre, Community Pool, and various parks
  • Recreation initiatives throughout Hampton (all wards) oHampton Learning Labs series
  • TIFF Third Thursday’s film series oOutdoor summer pool movies

Events Duties

• Overall coordination and implementation of designated events, including planning, promotion, securing equipment/supplies, staff/volunteer supervision, implementation, follow-up, and evaluation.
• Events include but are not limited to:
  • Seasonal festivals - Flashback Festival, Fall Fest, Winter Wonderland, Fundy Winterfest etc.
  • Holiday specific events – Canada Day, Family Day, Halloween etc.
  • Community Expo, National Seniors Day
• Coordinating with staff (e.g., Project Coordinator) on special projects as required, particularly for any sport/recreation activity within larger events.
• Representing the Department at meetings and events as necessary.

General Duties

• Supervising Recreation Attendants (part time and student positions) and department staff as required to implement the delivery of events or programs in the arena, pool, parks, trails, facilities, etc.
• Working within allocated budgets and maintaining detailed expense records for day-to-day operational duties including purchasing as directed.
• Coordinating with staff (e.g., Communications department) for website updates, online registration, schedules, newsletters, and promotional materials.
• Ensuring programs and events comply with Municipal, Provincial, and Federal regulations for public safety and health.
• Operating computer hardware and software relevant to the department.
• Supporting the Director of Recreation with duties as required (i.e. scheduling, bookings, billing) or other as arises.
• Assisting with researching and securing project funding from foundations, government grants, etc.
• Acting as a point of contact for general inquiries in the absence of the Director of Recreation and the Administrative Assistant.
• Assisting with the annual budget process by providing figures and spending recommendations.
• Fostering teamwork and maintaining a positive team spirit throughout the municipal operation.
• Maintaining a general knowledge of department operational aspects such as arena, pool, and field maintenance.
• Engaging in Professional Development by staying informed of regional, provincial, and national trends, maintaining memberships with relevant organizations like Recreation NB, and attending workshops, seminars, or conferences as advised by the Director.

This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation and effective delivery of recreation and special events within the Hampton community, requiring a blend of skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation/Sports Studies, Recreation Management/Community Development, or 4 years of equivalent experience in a related field.
• Possesses related experience in the Parks and Recreation field such as programming community recreation activities/special events.
• General accounting knowledge.
• Must possess a valid New Brunswick Driver’s License
• Must possess an excellent working knowledge of basic computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, etc.
• Must be able to learn new and existing programs specific to the department and municipal operation including knowledge of the accounting and scheduling software.
• Must possess good communication, written and verbal skills in dealing with the public on a regular basis.
• Standard First Aid/CPR-C

Other

This position requires a minimum of 37.5 hours per week, not specifically 9:00-5:30 pm. Must be flexible to attend meetings and special events/programs on evenings and weekends as part of the regular work week.

• May require the use of your private vehicle with mileage reimbursed. 
• Requires work to be performed in both indoor and outdoor environments in a variety of weather conditions.
• Overtime compensated as time in lieu for meetings and special events/programs.

**APPLICATIONS REVIEWED ON A ROLLING BASIS - APPLY ASAP**

How to Apply

Submit your application by email to the company contact listed below.
Documents to be included:

Cover LetterResume

Company Information

Company Name: Hampton

Address: 648 Main Street

City/Town: Hampton

Postal/Zip Code: E5N 8H1

Province/State: New Brunswick

Country: Canada

Website: www.hampton.ca

Company Contact

Contact Person: Sherman St. Germain

Contact Person Job Title: Director of HR and Finance

Telephone: 506-832-6102

Email: HR@hampton.ca