About West Shore Parks & Recreation

West Shore Parks & Recreation is a community-driven organization located in Victoria, BC, committed to providing high-quality recreational programs and services. Our facilities are designed to promote health, wellness, and enjoyment for individuals and families of all ages.

We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where employees and community members can thrive. Join us in delivering exceptional experiences at our beautiful aquatic facilities!

Position Overview

Are you organized, fun, energetic and outgoing? Come and be a part of the West Shore Parks & Recreation Society (WSPRS) team making birthday’s a success for families of the Westshore. The ideal candidate must have the ability to multi-task, communicate with parents, staff, and children in a friendly and effective manner, and should possess independent judgment and demonstrate initiative in resolving problems. The Host provides an energetic, creative, and fun atmosphere for participants in a safe and healthy environment. We also offer our dedicated staff a free facility pass for drop-in use of the weight room, fitness classes, pool, skating rink and the ability to play a round of golf on our 9-hole course. 

Job Duties & Accountabilities 

• This position is responsible for ensuring multiple birthday parties are supported and provide excellent customer service to each group.
• Must be able to adapt to new and changing situations and people with tact and diplomacy.
• Imaginative and flexible personality required to ensure a fun environment for participants.
• Be able to problem-solve, prioritize, and work with other people to seek solutions
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with preschool and school aged children in a recreation setting or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience with communication, customer service, and public relations experience.
• Demonstrated experience multi tasking, with strong organization skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Emergency First Aid certificate and CPR level C.
• Ability to problem-solve, work independently, and seek solutions.
• Ability to work as an effective WSPR team member with the ability to work with other departments for support.
• Ability to follow established safe and healthy standards.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have post-secondary training in recreation, youth, childcare or a related discipline.

A clear and current criminal record check is a condition of employment and is the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.

Applications 

Resumes and cover letters quoting competition 25-06 to be received until February 11th, 2025 at 12:00PM.

 This is a union position. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Posted: January 28th, 2025