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 recreation facilities!

Position Overview

We're looking for a skilled Pottery Technician and SUB Instructor to assist in the pottery studio located at Centennial Centre. Under the supervision of the Arts & Culture Programmer, this position ensures 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 in the technical aspects of maintaining a functional and safe pottery studio and 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 great wages, employees receive access to counselling, and a staff facility pass which provides drop-in use of the weightroom, fitness classes, skating, the pool and our 9-hole golf course.

Job Duties and Accountabilities

• Previous experience working in a pottery studio is an asset (including mixing glazes, loading, and unloading kilns).
• Current Emergency First Aid with CPR C/AED certificate is required.
• Thorough knowledge of the principals and practices of pottery studio operations.
• Ability to lift 60+ pounds.
• Experience repairing and maintaining kilns is an asset.
• Experience providing pottery instruction is an asset.
• Ability to be imaginative and flexible to ensure a fun environment is created for all participants.
• Ability to problem-solve and work both independently, and in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Emergency First Aid and CPR C certificate is required.
• Class 5 BC Driver’s license is required.
• CLASS 4* unrestricted drivers’ license is an asset.
• Previous experience leading programs is required.
• Preference will be given to those applicants who have some post-secondary training in recreation, youth, childcare or a related field.
• Arts, crafts, and face painting experience is an asset.

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

Applications

Resumes and cover letters quoting competition 26-18 to be received prior to March 12th, 2026, at 12:00PM.

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

Posted: March 5th, 2026