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!

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Arts & Culture Programmer, West Shore Parks & Recreation is looking for a skilled pottery instructor and technician to assist in the pottery studio located at Centennial Centre. This position is mainly a pottery instructor position but is also responsible for some technician tasks to ensure the studio is prepared for the enjoyment and satisfaction of all patrons. The successful candidate will be responsible for firing and operating all kilns, mixing and maintaining glazes, and ordering and organizing studio supplies. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge and experience in teaching adult pottery classes and be experienced in the technical aspects of maintaining a functional and safe pottery studio. The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills and pottery knowledge to assist studio users as required. In addition, this exciting position has opportunities in the future for additional hours and responsibilities. 

In addition to good wages, we offer additional 14% in pay, per hour, in lieu of benefits; a staff facility pass to drop into the weightroom, fitness classes, skating, and pool; and the ability to play on our 9-hole golf course.

Come join us ~ it’s the perfect place to work & play!

JOB DUTIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ability to teach pottery classes – throwing on the wheel, hand building, trimming, glazing, etc.
• Ability to be imaginative and flexible to ensure a fun environment is created for all participants.
• Loads, unloads, and fires kilns as required.
• Prepares and maintains glazes and all associated material.
• Orders and organizes studio supplies.
• Unload clay and supplies orders.
• Monitors the general maintenance and organization of the studio to ensure the studio is set up for scheduled programs.
• Provides support and assistance to studio volunteers as required.
• Assists programmer with administrative duties and other related work as required.
• Ability to problem-solve and work both independently, and in a team environment.

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience providing pottery instruction.
• At least two years of direct experience working in a pottery studio is an asset (including mixing glazes, loading, and unloading kilns).
• Thorough knowledge of the principals and practices of pottery studio operations.
• Ability to lift 60+ pounds.
• Experience repairing and maintaining kilns is an asset.
• Current Emergency First Aid & CPR C/AED certification is required.

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

Resumes and cover letters quoting competition 25-44 to be received until posting is filled.

This is a union position. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Posted: June 6th, 2025