Description
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Manager, Recreation Services
EXEMPT - Regular Full -Time ($111,206.22 - $127,544.02/annum – 2026 Rates)
We acknowledge and respect that the District of Oak Bay lies in the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən people, known today as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, and that their historic connections to these lands continue to this day.
The District of Oak Bay is a picturesque seaside community located within the Greater Victoria Region, with a population of +18,000. While offering all the amenities of a large metropolitan urban centre, Oak Bay has succeeded in maintaining all the peacefulness and charm of a small community. Residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life, with kilometers of spectacular ocean shoreline, brilliant beaches, parks and greenspace, quaint tree-lined streets and vibrant, boutique villages just beyond their doorsteps.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join the Oak Bay team. This position is part of a leadership team that oversees recreation program and service delivery for the District of Oak Bay. The Manager, Recreation Services provides direction and support to program coordinators and supervisors in the development and implementation of a wide range of community recreation opportunities. This role has specific responsibility for oversight of the programs and services at the District’s flagship facility, the Oak Bay Recreation Centre, along with other centralized program areas delivered throughout the municipality.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Recreation and Cultural Services, the Manager, Recreation Services provides strategic leadership to supervisory staff and their teams in the delivery of a broad range of recreation programs and services. The specific operational areas include aquatics, fitness, arena, racquet sports, indoor sports field, and food and beverage. The role oversees staff recruitment, development, and performance, while ensuring programs are responsive to community needs and maximize facility use. The Manager, Recreation Services participates in budget planning, policy development, and corporate initiatives, and provides professional advice and recommendations to senior leadership and Council. This position also supports marketing and public engagement efforts, addresses complex patron concerns, fosters strong external relationships, and works collaboratively across departments to support effective operations and asset management.
Our ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree in Recreation, Public Administration, or a related field, along with at least five years of experience in management, leadership, or supervisory role within a municipal recreation operation. They will also bring a minimum of ten years of experience planning, implementing, and evaluating a broad range of recreation programs and services or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, continued career and professional development opportunities, employee engagement events, work-life balance, and a staff membership for the recreation facilities. An employer of choice, the District of Oak Bay is committed to fostering a culture of empowerment, accountability, and teamwork.
If your qualifications and experience align with our needs, we want to hear from you! Please apply in confidence by 4:30 p.m. June 9, 2026, with a resume and cover letter.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you have been shortlisted and require accommodation throughout the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how to best accommodate your needs.