POSITION:  Licensed After School Care Leader - Position #1
SALARY:     $15.26 plus 12% in lieu of benefits
HOURS:       Monday–Friday 2:30-5:30, September 2008-June 2009
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: This auxiliary position involves up to 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, for the 2008-2009 school year. It also includes 8 hour shifts on Pro-D days, Winter Camp, and Spring Break Camp. Responsibilities will include program organization, planning, implementation, and evaluation of participants, with the major focus on a fun and inspiring program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Written Doctors note stating physical and mental health suitable for working with children.
• Emergency First Aid and CPR C.
• Previous experience working with children.
• Excellent Customer Service and Interpersonal skills.
• Preference will be given with applicants who have some post secondary training
  in recreation, youth, childcare or a related discipline.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Licensed After School Care Leader - Position #2
SALARY:     $15.26 plus 12% in lieu of benefits
HOURS:       Monday–Friday 1:30-5:30, September 2008-June 2009
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: This auxiliary position involves up to 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, for the 2008-2009 school year. It also includes 8 hour shifts on Pro-D days, Winter Camp, and Spring Break Camp. Responsibilities will include program organization, planning, implementation, and evaluation and transportation of participants from various local schools to the recreation centre, with the major focus on a fun and inspiring program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Class 4 Drivers License
• Must be at least 19 years of age
• Written Doctors note stating physical and mental health suitable for working with children
• Emergency First Aid and CPR C
• Previous experience working with children
• Excellent Customer Service and Interpersonal skills
• Preference will be given with applicants who have some post secondary training in recreation, youth, childcare or a related discipline. This position requires a clear criminal record check as required by the Licensing Board.

This position requires a clear criminal record check as required by the Licensing Board.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Front Desk Receptionist - Clerk II
SALARY:     $19.99 – $21.51 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits
HOURS:       Varied Hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Administrative Coordinator, the Clerk II provides exceptional reception skills and customer service skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduation or equivalent, and supplemental courses in customer service, typing & office practices.
• Knowledge of office procedures including at least one year's experience in general office work.
• Must have general computer experience including familiarity with Windows, MS Word and Excel, and database systems (ie. the CLASS registration system).
• Previous reception and switchboard experience is required, including experience receiving and processing computerized registrations or similar functions.
• Experience handling cash and processing cash transactions required.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), customer service, and public relation skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and complete required work assignments effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to be tactful, and demonstrate excellent judgment.
• The ability to work as a positive and effective team member is essential.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Hip Hop Instructor for Teens
SALARY:     $18.23 plus 12% in lieu of benefits
HOURS:       Saturdays, Varied Hours
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: The Community Development team is looking for an experienced, creative, and energetic dance instructor to teach hip hop dance programs to teen participants starting in September. Dance instructors are responsible for direct instruction and delivery of organized and fun classes designed to keep beginner to intermediate level participants interested and active. Community Development Program instructors are responsible for providing quality recreation programs for residents of the West Shore. The Program Instructor is responsible for program planning and development, organization and lesson plan creation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in providing dance instruction, guidance and encouragement and
  ability to foster an environment encouraging participation.
• Experience with planning and lesson plan creation.
• Communication and organizational skills.
• Friendly, energetic and dependable.
• Proven experience in public relations and in dealing with situations in a positive,
  courteous and effective manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a team environment as well as to work independently.
• Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C required.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION: Special Events Staff
SALARY:     $13.31 plus 12% in lieu of benefits
HOURS:       Mostly evening and weekend work
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Arena Coordinator, West Shore Parks & Recreation is currently looking for energetic, enthusiastic special event staff to provide a positive and safe environment for the public attending special events at the Juan de Fuca site. Special events may include activities at both the Juan de Fuca and Bear Mountain Arena including but not limited to hockey games, trade shows, regional, provincial and national sporting events. The successful candidate will provide exemplary customer service and public relations while ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful candidates will have experience in providing customer service and
  positive public relations at large community events and gatherings.
• Demonstrated ability and training in conflict resolution.
• Facilitation of successful recreation opportunities is required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are mandatory.
• Candidates must possess a demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a team environment
  as well as to work independently.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Bartender/Lounge Attendant
SALARY:     $11.95 plus 12 % in lieu of benefits
HOURS:       4-6 shifts per month, 3.5-5 hour shifts
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Food & Beverage Coordinator, prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and food products in the department’s licensed areas and banquet rooms. Handles cash in the prescribed manner, maintains the bar and lounge area in a neat and clean condition; follows Liquor Control and Licensing rules and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be of legal age and possess a “Serve it Right” certificate.
• Previous related experience required.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, customer service, and public relation skills.
• Ability to handle cash transactions.
• Preference will be given to those candidates who have completed the Bartenders Course.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Concession Workers
SALARY:     $10.77 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefit
HOURS:       4-6 hours per week, in the eevenings for Grizzlies and Shamrock games
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Food and Beverage Coordiator, West Shore Parks & Recreation is currently looking for concession workers to provide the following service: customer service, counter assistance, order taking, basic food preparation and kitchen services. Concession Workers are responsible for ensuring cleanliness, the safe handling of food and ensuring health and safety procedures and regulations are adhered to. Concession Workers are also responsible for cash handling, cash transaction and cash procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful applicants will have experience in food preparation, the safe handling of food, cleanliness, kitchen safety as well as experience with industrial kitchen equipment.
• Concession Workers require Basic Food Safe and a demonstrated interest in food preparation.
• Cash handling experience is also required.
• Concession workers require excellent communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to successfully manage multiple responsibilities at once.
• Proven experience in positive public relations and effective conflict resolution is necessary.
• Candidates must posses a demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a team environment as well as to work independently.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Facility Maintenance Worker II
SALARY:     $21.51 to $23.00 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits
HOURS:       Varies, this department operates 24 hours – 7 day a week. Mostly midnight shifts and weekend work.
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of maintenance and custodial duties including the use of specialized equipment in various parts of the complex. Operates refrigeration equipment, maintains ice surfaces and tests water samples from pools.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduation and two years experience in facility maintenance or equivalent.
• Ice Facilities Operators Course recognized by the BC Safety Authority
  or a 5th Class Power Operators Certification
• Pool Operators Certificate I and II are required.
• Sufficient physical strength and stamina to perform the required duties.
• Due to WCB regulations, a requirement for this position is to wear steel toed shoes.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Auxiliary Skating Instructors
SALARY:     $13.31 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits.
HOURS:       Varied
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Arena Coordinator, West Shore Parks & Recreation is currently looking for energetic, enthusiastic skating instructors starting this fall. Skating instructors plan, develop and implement instructional training and lesson plans. Instructors are required for beginner to immediate skills levels with varying age groups.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in providing skating instruction, guidance and encouragement and ability to foster an environment encouraging participation
• Experience with planning and lesson plan creation
• Excellent Communication and organizational skills
• Proven experience in public relations and in dealing with situations in a positive, courteous & effective manner
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a team environment as well as to work independently
• Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C required

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Auxiliary Skate Shop/Skate Patrol Attendants
SALARY:     $10.77 to $11.95 plus 12% in lieu of benefits
HOURS:       Varied
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Arena Coordinator, West Shore Parks & Recreation is currently looking for energetic, enthusiastic skate shop/skate Patrol attendants starting this fall. Skate Shop/Skate Patrol attendants are responsible to provide a positive and fun environment for program participants while ensuring that safety policies and procedures are implemented. In addition, Skate Patrol attendants deal with and respond effectively to any first aid situations as they may arise. Other duties include the distribution, collection and basic maintenance of rental skate, general cleaning duties, special event coordination and implementation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a recreational setting as well as excellent ice skating abilities
• Direct experience in implementing safety rules and regulations and the ability to ensure a positive and fun skating experience for participants is required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are mandatory
• Proven experience in public relations and effective conflict resolution is necessary
• Candidates must posses a demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a team environment as well as to work independently
• Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C are required.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Preschool and School Age Dance Instructor
SALARY:     $20.14 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits
HOURS:       As required to meet operational requirements, including evenings and weekends 4-6 hours per week
STATUS:     Auxiliary

SUMMARY: The Community Recreation team is looking for an experienced, creative, and energetic dance instructor to teach a various introductory dance programs (ballet, tap & jazz) to pre-school & school age participants starting this September. Dance instructors are responsible for direct instruction and delivery of organized and fun classes designed to keep beginner to intermediate level participants interested and active. Community Recreation Program instructors are responsible for providing quality recreation programs for residents of the West Shore. The Program Instructor is responsible for program planning and development, organization and lesson plan creation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in providing dance instruction, guidance and encouragement as well as the ability to foster an environment that encourages participation.
• Experience with planning and lesson plan creation.
• Communication and organizational skills required.
• Proven experience in public relations and in dealing with situations in a positive, courteous & effective manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a team environment as well as to work independently.
• A clear criminal record check, Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C are required.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Aquatic Workers
SALARY:     $15.26-$16.24 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits.
HOURS:       Varied
STATUS:      Auxiliary

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Aquatic Coordinator, we are currently seeking Aquatic Workers who are available during daytime hours. The Aquatic Worker is responsible for delivering aquatic programs and services at Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre. The Aquatic Worker ensures that patrons are using the facility and equipment in a safe manner, while maintaining a fun and enjoyable atmosphere. Hours are required to meet operational requirements, including days, evenings and weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current NLS Pool Option with CPR C and current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI).
• Water Fit Instructor certification and another relevant instructor certification are highly desirable.
• Demonstrated communication and organizational skills are required.
• Demonstrated experience in public relations and in dealing with difficult situations in a positive, courteous and effective manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Previous leadership or supervisory skills would be an asset.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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POSITION:  Waterfit Instructors
SALARY:     $18.23 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits.
HOURS:       Varied
STATUS:      Auxiliary

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Aquatic Coordinator, the Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre is currently looking for energetic, enthusiastic Water fit Instructors to provide a high quality water fit program to our adult participants. Instructors are responsible for organizing a variety of fun and creative water fit programs, while ensuring the safety of participants at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current recognized water fit instructor certification
• Standard First aid and CPR C are required.
• Other aquatic certifications (WSI and NLS) are highly desirable.
• Experience in providing instruction, guidance and encouragement as well as the ability to foster an environment, which encourages participation.
• Demonstrated lesson planning ability.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow established safety standards and requirements.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Strong customer service skills.

This position requires a clear criminal record check.

ClOSING DATE: Position open until suitable candidates are found.

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