Teamwork and an enterprising spirit are behind the delivery of services at Recreation Oak Bay

• Full-Time
• Part-Time
• Contract
• Auxiliary

Applications for employment are accepted for job postings that are advertised on this website and the Job Postings Board at Oak Bay Recreation Centre, 1975 Bee Street.

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their application form and/or resume are received in Human Resources by 4pm on the job posting closing date, and to indicate how they meet the stated requirements. Be sure to include a telephone number and email address where you can be contacted. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Thank-you for your interest in employment at Recreation Oak Bay!

Four Ways to Apply

1. Mail or drop off applications to:
   Job Application Drop Box, Recreation Oak Bay,
   1975 Bee Street, Victoria BC, V8R 5E6
2. Fax application with resume to: 250-370-7127
3. To submit application form: download the Fill-able Employment Application Form [PDF - 302 KB] , save the form locally to your computer and complete electronically (please note that you need the latest version of Adobe Reader to complete the form on your computer. Fill-able forms do not work in Firefox or Chrome - please use another browser such as Safari, or Internet Explorer).
4. Email with application to: recreationjobs@oakbay.ca. Subject line in email must quote the Posting Number and Job Title.

NOTE: All application submissions MUST quote the Posting Number and the Job Title.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

Recreation Oak Bay… A Fun Place to Be, A Great Place to Work! 

Current Job Opportunities - these are all Union positions

Community Recreation - Support Attendants

Maintenance Person(s)

Oak Bay Recreation Centre & Neighbourhood Learning Centre

Auxiliary

Posting no. 2019-15

We invite applications from qualified candidates for maintenance auxiliary hours involving janitorial, custodial and preventative building and equipment maintenance work performed in an Oak Bay Parks, Recreation & Culture Department Facility.  The auxiliary Facility Maintenance Person, under the direction of the facility’s supervisor, will carry out maintenance functions including pool heating and filtration system maintenance without close supervision.

Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for the overall cleanliness of the assigned area during a shift;

• Vacuuming, mopping and sweeping as required;

• Cleaning washrooms and change room areas;

• Set up rooms as per schedule;

• Performs routine minor maintenance of equipment, pool chemistry, data readings, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Sound working knowledge and experience with building maintenance and cleaning routines;

• Good knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment;

• Proven initiative and ability to work without close supervision;

• Current CPR-C;

• Provision of a current Police or RCMP Criminal Record check.

Hours:

• Day, afternoon and night shifts, based on operational requirements, up to 20 hours per week.

Rate:

• $20.66 - $20.96 per hour + $2.89 - $2.93 per hour in lieu of benefits 

• $28.34 per hour + $3.97 per hour in lieu of benefits (with Refrigeration Operator and Pool Operator 1 & 2 certification)

Parks Labourers

7 Positions

Auxiliary

Posting no. 2019-17

5 Positions: #1 (see below): Performing manual work associated with a variety of tasks related to the maintenance of municipally owned property, community parks, playing fields and other recreation areas generally considered to be for public use and enjoyment.

1 Position: #2 (see below): Refurbishing benches throughout the municipality including sanding, stripping and painting.

1 Position: #3 (see below): Assisting the Greenskeeper with the upkeep of the Par 3 Henderson Golf Course, jogging circuit, wooded and parks areas.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and cares for the grounds and playing surfaces throughout the municipality;

• Upkeep and irrigation of parks and boulevards;

• Performs routine tasks such as weeding, watering, cultivating, trimming and cutting of grass;

• Cleans debris and litter from assigned areas;

• Operation of various types of equipment related to the various tasks assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience or training in parks, irrigation, and ground maintenance;

• Valid BC Driver’s License;

• Current Emergency First Aid Certification including CPR-C;

• Provision of a current Police or RCMP Criminal Record check;

• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and diplomatic manner;

• Ability to work both as a team member and with minimum supervision

Hours:

• #1 April 23 to August 23 Hours: 7:00 am–3:30 pm; Monday to Friday (3 positions)

• April 23 to August 23 Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm; Monday to Friday (1 positions) (Tree Watering) April 23 to August 23 Hours: 2:30pm-11:00pm; Monday to Friday (1 position) (Tree Watering)

• #2 May 27 to August 23 Hours:  7:00 am–3:30 pm; Monday to Friday (Bench Refurbishment)

• #3 Mid-March to Mid-November   Hours:  4 hours per day; Sat, Sun & Stat Holidays (Greenskeeper Assistant)

Rates:

• $26.28 per hour + $3.68 per hour in lieu of benefits

Preschool Camp Instructor - Spring Break Camps

March 18-29, 2019

Auxiliary

Posting no. 2019-12

Applications are invited for a Preschool Instructor for our Spring Break Camps. A warm, friendly  rapport with children, parents, and staff, plus the energy and enthusiasm to ensure varied and enjoyable programs are essential for this. Under the direction of the Community Recreation Programmer, the Instructor will plan, prepare and implement a creative, stimulating preschool camp for children ages 3-5 years.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, supervise and lead a preschool camp for up to 16 children with the support of an attendant;

• Plan and implement a daily schedule of activities suitable for children 3-5 years of age;

• Adhere to all safety standards;

• Ensure program areas are kept clean and well-maintained at all times;

• Liaise with children, parents and staff in a warm and friendly manner;

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with children;

• Ability to work as an effective team member;

• Current Emergency First Aid and CPR-C;

• Experience instructing pre-schoolers in a recreational environment;

• Provision of current Police or RCMP Criminal Record check.

Hours: 

• Monday – Friday, 9:15am – 12:15pm.

Rate: 

• $19.88-$20.86 per hour plus $2.78 - $2.92 per hour in lieu of benefits.

Program Attendant/Driver - Licensed Care

After School Care Program

January - June 2019

Auxiliary

Posting no. 2019-05A

We are seeking Program Attendants with Class 4 B.C. Drivers Licenses for our Licensed After School Care Program for children kindergarten to grade 5. Under the direction of the Program Team Leader, Attendants will assist in the planning and implementation of a creative and stimulating program.

Responsibilities:

• Works cooperatively with co-workers to ensure that program goals are met;

• Ensures program areas and supplies are kept neat and tidy;

• Helps to plan and implement daily activities;

• Follows policies and procedures for licensed care programs;

• Liaises with children and parents;

• Responsible for leading children in planned activities which may include sports, games, crafts, swimming and field trips for school aged children;

• Responsible for driving the bus on out trips.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be a minimum of 19 years of age;

• Must meet VIHA licensing requirements, including a Solicitor General criminal record check, current Emergency First Aid and CPR-C certifications and 20 hours of related training or education;

• Ability to work as an effective team member;

• Ability to work with a flexible schedule;

• Provision of a current Police or RCMP Criminal Record check;

• Current unrestricted Class 4 B.C. Drivers License.

Locations:       

• Neighbourhood Learning Centre/Henderson Recreation Centre

Hours:            

• As required up to 15 hours per week.

• Program hours are Monday to Friday: 2:30-5:30 pm.

• Hours may vary according to school pick up times, school breaks, and enrollment.

Rate:               

• Attendant rate: $16.19 per hour plus $2.27 per hour in lieu of benefits

• Driving rate: $18.00 per hour plus $2.52 per hour in lieu of benefits (this rate only paid while driving the bus)

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Program Attendants - Licensed Care

After School Care Program

February – June 2019

Auxiliary

Posting no. 2019-14A

We are seeking Program Attendants for our Licensed After School Care Program for children kindergarten to grade 5. Under the direction of the Program Team Leader, Attendants will assist in the planning and implementation of a creative and stimulating program. 

Responsibilities:

• Works cooperatively with co-workers to ensure that program goals are met;

• Ensures program areas and supplies are kept neat and tidy;

• Helps to plan and implement daily activities;

• Follows policies and procedures for licensed care programs;

• Liaises with children and parents;

• Responsible for leading children in planned activities which may include sports, games, crafts, swimming and field trips for school aged children.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be a minimum of 19 years of age;

• Must meet VIHA licensing requirements, including a Solicitor General criminal record check, current Emergency First Aid and CPR-C certifications and 20 hours of related training or education;

• Ability to work as an effective team member;

• Ability to work with a flexible schedule;

• Provision of a current Police or RCMP Criminal Record check.

Location: 

• Neighbourhood Learning Centre and Henderson Centre 

Hours: 

• As required up to 15 hours per week. 

• Program hours are Monday to Friday: 2:30-5:30 pm.

• Hours may vary according to school pick up times, school breaks, and enrollment.

Rate:

• $16.19 per hour plus $2.27 per hour in lieu of benefits