The Annapolis Valley Mountain Bike
Association is seeking a motivated and energized person for the full-time,
seasonal position of Annapolis Valley Mountain Bike Coordinator. Responsibilities will include bicycle safety
education programming for all ages and abilities, including coordinating,
promoting and implementing children’s bike rodeos and Trips for Kids
programming. Planning, promoting and implementing a membership drive, volunteer
maintenance days, and developing local trail promotional materials will also be
a significant portion of the position. The
Coordinator will work closely with the AVMBA Executive, the Town of Wolfville Manager
of Recreation & Active Living, The Municipality of Kings Active Living
Coordinator, and other Kings County Municipal staff in connection with these
responsibilities. Applicants should have strong organizational skills and enjoy
working in a non-profit environment.
Desired
Qualifications:
·
two
years experience (or equivalent) in non-profit organizations
·
experience
in cycling education and/or safety programs
·
experience
in trail maintenance
·
familiarity
with Kings County, Kings County trails
·
familiarity
with cycling/ trail advocacy/ trail maintenance programs
·
leadership
experience & training for working with children and adults
·
event/
program planning experience
·
computer
skills including database, word processing, and graphics
·
online
outreach skills including website, html, email, and social networking
·
good
communication skills
·
highly
self-motivated, organized and results-oriented
·
a
commitment to promote cycling as recreation, sport and transportation
·
interest
in working with all abilities and ages
The hours for this Coordinator position are 35
hours/week, and will pay $12.00/hour. This position will require some work on
weeknights and weekends. Office space will be provided at the Town of Wolfville.
The successful applicant will be required to provide a criminal record check
and be willing to get a Child Abuse Registry Search done.
Please direct all completed
applications via email, or in person by Tuesday, April 15th, 2014, no later
than 4:30pm. We ask that you merge
your cover letter and resume into one document (resumes without cover letters
will not be considered). We thank all candidates for their interest; however,
only those considered will be contacted.
Email: recreation@wolfville.ca
In person: Town of Wolfville, 359 Main Street
