Program Leader II (Expression of Interest)

Competition Number: Expression of Interest (Employees Only)

Category: Recreation and Community Services

Job Title: Program Leader II (Expression of Interest)

Department: Parks, Recreation & Community Services – Community Services

Position Type: Temporary Casual Position - Up to 4 months (CUPE Local 2011)

Salary: $27.55/hr plus 15% in lieu of benefits

Posted Date: March 18, 2025

Closing Date: April 1, 2025

Last Modified: March 26, 2025, 12:32 pm

Status: Open

Description:

This is an Expression of Interest for Employees Only:  You must be a current employee of the District of Saanich to be considered.

Hours of work: Flexible/Various.

Looking for approximately 3x 3h shifts per week. Occasional weekend/evening work at special events.

Description of work/program: 

The Program Leader II will be tasked with event production support with a blend of office work during business hours and on site weekend hours from end of April to the end of August (four month term).

-       Under the direction and supervision of the Programmer II, duties may include:

  • Coordinating with vendors, sponsors and suppliers.
  • Doing inventory checks.
  • Ordering supplies.
  • Prepping art activities.
  • Overseeing budgets and schedules.
  • Other related administrative event-related duties as needed.
  • Supporting event set up and strike, including meeting and directing suppliers and deliveries.
  • Overseeing a small volunteer and/or staff team on event day.
  • Being a designated point person in case of emergency on event day

The Program Leader II should be able to work independently, have confidence, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have good communication and customer service, the ability to take initiative and be proactive, and will be excellent at following direction.

Interested employees are asked to contact Sarah Faria, Programmer II: Events, Volunteers & Film via email at sarah.faria@saanich.ca or 250.886.5826 and include the following information:

Name

Contact information

Position of interest

Relevant experience

Current supervisor’s name

Do you have Emergency First Aid? Y/N

Do you have a valid Class 4? Y/N

Important Information:

The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value the diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences.  If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca. 

Documents:

Job Description for Program Leader II [PDF - 23 KB].