RECREATION PROGRAMMER – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, AUXILIARY FULL-TIME (TEMPORARY, MAT LEAVE COVERAGE, APPROX 5 MONTH TERM)
COMPETITION NO. 26-27
Internal/External Opportunity
This is a Union position
Anticipated start date: June 2026
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 Kosapsum 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 Recreation Division runs programs and services in: the Esquimalt Recreation Centre featuring a 4500 + square foot weightroom, gymnasium and aquatic centre, the Archie Browning Sports Centre with an ice arena, curling arena, and multipurpose spaces and the Gorge Park Pavilion which hosts weddings, conferences, and events. In addition to recreation activities and programs, there are numerous year-round community events and programs to choose from.
The Township of Esquimalt is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become.
About the Opportunity:
The Recreation Department is seeking a motivated individual to fill a temporary, auxiliary full-time Recreation Programmer – Community Development position for a term of approximately five months. Reporting to the Recreation Coordinator, this position requires you to be an exceptional team player with the highest standards of customer service. The Community Development Programmer will:
- Plan, promote, implement, provide direct leadership for, and evaluate community-based recreation programs, events and services
- Liaise, support, and maintain strong working relationships with community members and groups
- Oversee operation of the Archie Browning Sports Centre lounge
- Order stock and related materials and supplies
- Ensure compliance with food and beverage licencing and other regulatory requirements
- Recruit, train, and supervise staff and volunteers
Our Preferred Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have:
- A diploma in Recreation Administration (2 years)
- Valid Class-5 BC Driver’s License
- Standard First Aid Certificate and CPR “C”
- Serving It Right certification
- Possess and maintain clear criminal record check including vulnerable sector check
- 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Salary: $45.73 – $49.34 hourly. This rate includes an additional 14% in lieu of benefits.
Hours per week: 35 hours per week. Schedule varies based on operational requirements, including evenings and weekends approximately 2-6 times per month October to April and approximately 4-8 times per month May to September
Prior to applying, please review the attached job description above, which provides a detailed outline of key duties and required qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Please submit your resume and covering letter quoting competition no. 26-27 by 2:00 p.m. by Wednesday, May 27, 2026 to: kristy.vasseur@esquimalt.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Date posted: May 13, 2026