Entertainment Coordinator

Indoor/outdoor
Job vacancy in the union
Contest No. 25-23

Position title: Entertainment Coordinator

to divide: Community services

working hours: Full time (35 hours per week)

Publication date: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Closing date: 4:00 pm Thursday, October 23, 2025

Hourly rate: $37.82



Smithers is a northern gem, surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, lakes and rivers. The city has a population of about 5,400 people and is a service center for the surrounding area of ​​about 15,000 people.

Residents enjoy four seasons of recreational activities; Including a ski hill half an hour from town, world-class fishing, cross-country and cross-country skiing, hunting, golf, alpine trails for hiking and horseback riding, along with a lively music scene, boutique shopping, an art gallery and museum, an aquatic center, and many family-friendly activities. Smithers is a true northern gem.

General statement of duties:
The Recreation Coordinator manages the development, implementation, supervision, evaluation, and promotion of the City’s recreational programs and services. This role supervises staff and volunteers involved in providing comprehensive recreational services that meet the diverse needs, abilities, and interests of the community. The Recreation Coordinator will support community development functions and encourage community participation in recreational activities and events.



Qualifications include:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Recreation Management, Recreation Services Management, or other related field.
• At least two years of experience in a role directly related to the planning and delivery of entertainment programs and services.
• Class 5 driving licence.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Privileges and Benefits:

The City of Smithers offers competitive wages ($37.82), a comprehensive benefits package, a municipal pension plan, and 15 days of paid vacation for the first year of employment.

More information, including a full job description, is available on the Town of Smithers website: www.smithers.ca.

Testing may be required during the interview process. The test will be based on the knowledge, skills, abilities and qualifications described in the job description.


Eligible candidates can submit their application package including cover letter, CV and three references, with competition citation No. 25-23 no later than 4:00 pm Thursday, October 23, 2025for:



Human resources
Secret: Competition 25-23
Smithers City
Box 879, 1027 Aldous Smithers Street, BC V0J 2N0
or: careers@smithers.ca



The City of Smithers thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The City of Smithers is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive, fair and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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