DEPARTMENT: Community Services
POSTING DATE: November 13, 2020
CLOSING DATE: 4:30 pm, November 27, 2020
HOURLY RATE: $33.42 (after probation)
COMPETITION NO.: 2020-42
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week

Are you passionate about providing first class services to the community?  The City of Dawson Creek is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who shares the same passion, drive and determination as our already exceptional pool staff to join us as a Lifeguard/Instructor II.

Our Community:  So how do our 13,000 residents describe Dawson Creek?  First and foremost, a warm and welcoming community! Located in sunny Northeast British Columbia, our community has an amazing quality of life with something for everyone.  For the arts and culture enthusiasts, there is the iconic Calvin Kruk Centre for the Arts and the Dawson Creek Art Gallery.  The South Peace Community Multiplex houses three incredible facilities:  The Encana Events Centre which has hosted a multitude of world-class events; the Lakota Agriplex, an impressive equestrian centre; and the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre that has an 8-lane lap pool, a leisure pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub and even a climbing wall.  The City boasts two ice Arenas, a Curling Rink, numerous outdoor walking trails and multiple sports fields.  For the outdoor buffs there are the quadding, snowmobiling, boating, skiing, hiking, fishing and golfing opportunities.  Dawson Creek has great public and private schools, a top-notch college, and a local hospital with transportation services for special medical needs. With an airport three minutes from downtown, you can find daily flights to Vancouver if you ever feel the need to get away.  Nevertheless, why would you when you are enjoying our crisp, sunny winters (winter precipitation totals around 25 mm/month) or our almost unlimited daily summer sunshine of up to 17.5 hours.

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for a permanent full-time Aquatics Lifeguard/Instructor II position(s). Shifts may vary based on operational requirements. Under the general supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator or designate, a Lifeguard/Instructor II performs lifeguarding functions and provides instruction in a number of aquatic programs and skills at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre as well as minor maintenance.

The successful applicant must demonstrate ability and possess the following current qualifications:

–         Completion of Grade 12, or equivalent combination of education and experience;

–         National Lifeguard Award (Pool Option);

–         Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification;

–         Lifesaving Instructor certification;

–         Pool Operators Level 1 certification;

–         Occupational First Aid Level 1;

–         Fitness Instructor certification from a recognized organization;

–         Standard First Aid, CPR “C”; and

–         1000 hours of experience as a Lifeguard/Instructor.

The successful applicant will be required to complete and submit a Security/Reliability Clearance and Criminal Record Search, the results of which must be satisfactory to the City. Along with a demonstrated teaching and leadership ability, the successful applicant will have the ability to perform all duties in a safe manner and to maintain harmonious relationships with all members of the public and other staff members.  Physical agility, the ability to complete duties requiring physical effort and a proven ability to provide excellent service to the public are required. Copies of awards must be submitted with application.

A complete job description is available upon request.

Candidates should submit a résumé to Human Resources by emailing a pdf to resumes@dawsoncreek.ca, with the job posting name and number in the subject line, no later than 4:30 pm on the closing date referenced above. The City thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.

DEPARTMENT: Community Services
POSTING DATE: November 13, 2020
CLOSING DATE: 4:30 pm, November 27, 2020
HOURLY RATE: $25.96 (after probation)
COMPETITION NO.: 2020-44
HOURS OF WORK: 15 Hours per week

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for Term Rink Patrol (PT 15) starting as soon as possible until March 2021 inclusive at the Arenas. Under the general supervision of the Recreation Manager or designate, this position performs a variety of duties related to the care and maintenance of the City Arena facilities. Rink patrol staff perform general labour duties in the arena facilities and supervise patrons of the arenas on the ice during public skates (ability to skate is required).  Duties include monitoring public skates, cash handling and janitorial duties. Shifts around hockey games will often be completed well after midnight.

Applicants must have completed Grade 10 or an equivalent combination of education or work-related experience, the physical agility and ability to complete duties requiring physical effort, the ability to maintain harmonious relationships with all members of the public and other staff members and the ability to perform all of the duties outlined in a safe manner following established Facility Procedures, Occupational, Health & Safety Rules, Violence in the Workplace policies and WCB Regulations, i.e. WHMIS, T.D.G.

Prior to commencing work, the selected candidates will be required to complete and submit a Security/Reliability Clearance and Criminal Record Search, the results of which must be satisfactory to the City. Work

A complete job description is available upon request.

Candidates should submit a résumé marked with the job posting name and number at by emailing a pdf to resumes@dawsoncreek.ca, with the job posting name and number in the subject line, no later than 4:30 pm on the closing date referenced above. The City thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.