SKATE SHOP ATTENDANT/ICE PATROL, AUXILIARY
COMPETITION NO. 24-59
Internal/External Opportunity
This is a Union Position
Anticipated start date: September 2024
About our Community:
Located on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən Peoples, the Township of Esquimalt acknowledges its neighbouring First Nations and is committed to building strong and enduring relationships with the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations.
The Township of Esquimalt, with a population of over 17,000 is recognized as a vibrant, distinct, resilient, and diverse community for people to discover, feel welcome and belong. The Township is home to Canada’s Pacific Navy and boasts extensive amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways as well as modern recreational facilities.
About our Organization:
The Archie Browning Sports Centre is a multi-use facility, which includes an ice arena, a six-sheet curling rink, lounge areas, and the Township of Esquimalt Parks and Recreation Administrative Office.
The Esquimalt Recreation Centre is a multi-purpose wellness and community recreation facility. Features of the Recreation Centre include: 4500 + square foot Wellness Centre, featuring state-of-the-art cardio and strength training equipment, gymnasium, aquatic centre with six-lane 25 metre lap pool, warm “lifestyle pool” and tot pool with spray features, wheelchair accessible hot-tub, steam room, and sauna. In addition, to recreation activities and programs, there are hundreds of year-round community programs to choose from.
About the Opportunity:
The Recreation Department is seeking motivated individuals to fill two Skate Shop Attendant/Ice Patrol positions, reporting to the Ice Programs Supervisor. This is an auxiliary position, and scheduled hours may vary, with shifts typically taking place on weekday afternoons.
Our Preferred Candidate:
The ideal candidates will:
- Distribute rental skates to patrons
- Process payment for admission and rentals
- Provide customer service and communicate with public regarding skating schedules, facility policies and regulations
- Ensure facility policies, procedures, and regulations are implemented, ensuring the ice complex area is safe
- Ensure proper documentation is completed for all accidents and incidents
- Perform related duties as required
Other preferred qualifications include:
- Experience working with the public
- Skating skills
- Current First Aid and CPR-C Certification
- Clear Criminal Record Check including vulnerable sector check
- Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills
Salary: $20.09 hourly plus 14% in lieu of benefits
Prior to applying, please review the attached job description above, which provides a detailed outline of key duties and required qualifications, skills, and abilities.
Please submit your resume and covering letter quoting competition no. 24-59 to:applications@esquimalt.ca. This competition will remain open until suitable candidates have been found.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Date posted: August 22, 2024