Job Description

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(Casual)


Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh, and Musqueam Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.


The District of West Vancouver Community Services Department has openings for casual Program Leader - Community Dances. Under the supervision of the Youth Services Program Coordinator, the Program Leader will assist with the provision and supervision of community dances for preteens in grades 6 and 7 at various times over the school year. The Program Leader will be responsible for:

setting up for, and cleaning up after, the events checking preteens in for the event and assisting them with putting on their wristbands for entry providing supervision of all areas of the facility during the events (including on and off the dance floor, inside and outside of the facility, etc.) monitoring youth volunteers including overseeing a youth volunteer-run concession program and handling low value cash transactions; establishing and maintaining effective relationships with youth and acting as a positive role model; enforcing dance rules and regulations; monitoring and reporting out on facility and equipment safety, security and maintenance requirements; working collaboratively with all Youth Services staff and attending staff meetings and in-services; performing other related work as required.

The preferred candidates will have completion of Grade 12 plus related lived, professional and/or volunteer experience to demonstrate required skills, or an equivalent combination of training and afore-mentioned experience plus current Emergency First Aid (or better) and CPR 'C' & AED certifications.


The successful candidates will have: experience leading/supervising youth (11 - 18 years old) in various activities while providing a fun & safe environment; ability to demonstrate knowledge of the issues, needs and concerns of youth and their psychosocial development; ability to demonstrate ethics and professional boundaries in working with youth; ability to work independently and as part of a team in a culturally diverse community setting; excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.


We recognize the importance of a diverse workplace and strive to meaningfully reflect the community we so proudly serve. We encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQIA+, and persons with disabilities to apply.


The successful candidates will be required to supply a police information check with vulnerable sector and a copy of their credentials.


Position Status:



Non-Union - Casual

Hours of Work :



Hours and days of work may vary. Must be available for Friday afternoon and evening shifts beginning at 5 p.m. at the Gleneagles Community Centre.



Starting Rate of Pay:



$20 per hour plus 4% in lieu of benefits

Closing Date:



11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2025

To Apply:



Please visit the District of West Vancouver's Career Centre at www.westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.




We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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If you have any questions please contact us at careers@westvancouver.ca