December 12, 2008 – The Calgary Sport Council is seeking a qualified applicant to fill the full-time position of Planning & Development Coordinator. Interested individuals must apply for the position by December 31, 2008. The Planning & Development Coordinator will be responsible to assist in the day to day operations of the business, assisting with the implementation of the annual business plan with a focus on the delivery of the Council’s facility development and enhancement plan, liaise with facility developers/operators, member groups, as well as provincial and national bodies, and act as a resource for Calgary’s sporting community.

Details:
– reports to Executive Director
– 40 hours per week
– Primarily Monday-Friday with some evening and weekend work as required
– Flex time

Duties and Responsibilities:

– Assist in coordinating the research, development and implementation current facility development and enhancement plans.
– Within the facility development and enhancement strategy, assist in the development of a strong network of support locally and provincially.
– Act as a strategic resource for Calgary’s sporting community, facility operators and developers.
– Coordinate and participate in facility type user committee meetings.
– Assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of various special projects and annual events.
– Assist in the development and implementation of new programs and initiatives.
– Contribute to organizational strategic and business planning.
– Assist in increasing the profile of the CSC and sport in Calgary.
– Ensure the delivery of key sport messages to media, corporate, community, political, educational audiences.

Skills and Qualifications:

– Degree or diploma in Sport Administration, Recreation or a related field.
– Minimum 5 years of experience in sport delivery system.
– An excellent understanding of sport in Calgary, Alberta and the Canadian sport system.
– Proven written and verbal communication skills.
– Excellent planning and organizational skills.
– Able to work independently or as part of a team.
– Able to foster an inclusive and collaborative environment.
– Self-motivated and results driven.
– Provide superior member services.
– Maintain Calgary Sport Council’s standard of excellence and be a positive role model for our vision, values and commitment to service.
– General understanding of Board Governance.
– Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
– Passionate about sport and physical activity.

Term Full Time
Salary Yearly remuneration dependent upon skills and experiences. Plus an Employee Benefits Program.

Please submit your resume by December 31, 2008 to one of the following:

Email: tbjornson@calgarysportcouncil.ca – This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it (Electronic file preferred)

Mail: Calgary Sport Council
Suite #370, 305 – 4625 Varsity Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta T3A 0Z9

Type of Position:
Full Time – Employee

Contact Information:
Tim Bjornson
Calgary Sport Council
370, 305 – 4625 Varsity Drive NW
Calgary , AB, Canada
T3A 0Z9
E-mail: tbjornson@calgarysportcouncil.ca
Tel. 403.387.7772
www.calgarysportcouncil.ca