You’ll work within a team where service excellence, learning and knowledge sharing, and feedback and accountability are highly valued, and where communication, trust, respect, and positivity form the foundation for everything we do.
G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre is recruiting experienced Recreation Receptionists who will be responsible for cashier and clerical work. The successful candidates will have considerable contact with the public involving program registration, answering telephone and counter enquiries, as well as filing system maintenance and general keyboarding.
Requirements include grade 12 or equivalent. Six continuous months of experience within the past five (5) years working in a public facing reception counter environment with cash handling, including receiving and processing computerized registrations (or similar) experience in a fast-paced customer service environment; including three months’ experience within the past five (5) years of general office administrative work. Preference may be given to those with a Recreation Centre background.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with computerized registration management system. Preference may be given to those with recreation registration software experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The successful candidates will be required to work varying shifts including early mornings, evenings, and weekends (hours/shifts are subject to change). In addition to the interview process, testing will be conducted. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted.
This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $36.68 per hour (2026 rate) plus 15% in lieu of benefits. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on June 1, 2026, quoting competition 26146.
The District of Saanich is proud to once again be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. As an inclusive, supportive, and high‑performing organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We aim to attract and retain passionate, skilled individuals from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact accessibilityHR@saanich.ca in confidence. We are here to support your full participation.
