March 2023

PARKSVILLE CURLING CLUB

POSITION: CLUB MANAGER

The Parksville Curling Club (PCC) is recruiting a highly motivated individual to the position of Club Manager.

The PCC started curling in 2003, is in the City of Parksville, population 14,000, and draws its members from the surrounding Oceanside area, population 50,000. The Parksville Curling Club is the only curling club in the province with dedicated arena ice, has 6 sheets, approximately 400 members, 30 leagues, a member’s lounge and concession. PCC has hosted many local and provincial events and has an extremely active volunteer base.

The PCC Club Manager is the primary interface between the Club and its members, the local community, and the broader Oceanside region. The Club Manager is accountable to the PCC Board of Directors, reports directly to the President and will be accountable for the successful operation of the Club. They will ensure the provision of high quality, consistent, friendly, and timely services to our membership, rental guests, and general inquiries ensuring long term success. This is a part-time, year-round position. The average time commitment is 25 hours per week that may include weekdays, weeknights, and weekends during the September to April curling season. Work hours for the remainder of the year, April to September, are flexible to help offset the demands of the active season. The schedule to be determined in discussions with the Board President.

The selected candidate will:

• Assume responsibility for day-to-day operations of the club including ice rentals, building rentals, pro shop inventory control, condition of the facilities and security of club property.
• Assist board members, league captains, and bonspiel coordinators with staffing, bar, leagues and bonspiels.
• Assist with implementation of the club’s marketing and sales plan to promote membership, sponsorship opportunities and facility utilization.
• Foster and encourage relationships with members, sponsors, community stakeholders, neighbouring curling centers, Curl BC, PCMCA, Regional District of Nanaimo and the City of Parksville.
• Provide support to curling leagues and other events as needed to ensure their success.
• Work closely with the Treasurer to oversee financial operations of the club.
• Monitor trends in the curling industry and identify new growth opportunities for the club.
• Assist with seeking out and applying for all applicable grant funding.
• Ensure compliance with all current British Columbia regulations including, but not limited to, health, gaming, liquor, cannabis, Technical Safety BC and Work Safe BC.
• Attend monthly board of directors’ meetings and provide a written monthly report of club operations.
• Continuously evaluate programs, procedures and club practices and make appropriate recommendations to the Board.
• Perform other assigned duties as determined by the Board of Directors.
• Abide by the club’s policies and procedures.
• Implement and ensure compliance with any Public Health Orders and club COVID protocols.

Qualifications:

• Refrigeration Safety Awareness Certificate (or willingness to obtain it at the Club’s cost within first six months of employment).
• Serving It Right Certificate (or willingness to obtain it at the Club’s cost within first six months of employment).
• Have proficient use of computer technology, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software; will be required to learn and use club specific applications.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to create new opportunities and an ability to challenge tradition in a constructive way.
• Be a natural problem solver – if you do not know how to do something, you know how to identify appropriate resources to find a solution.
• Outgoing personality, strong public relations and client services skills.
• Highly motivated self-starter who is adaptable and comfortable with variable daily, weekly, and monthly work schedules.

Experience:

• Experience in business management with customer service or member-focused organizations.
• Experience with fiscal responsibilities including budgeting, receivables, payables, and recordkeeping.
• Experience recruiting and coordinating volunteers
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in curling and the non-profit sector

Salary:

• Commensurate with experience

Closing date: March 31, 2023

Position to start: As soon as mutually acceptable.

Resumes accepted at president@parksvillecurling.com

Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Duncan Curling Club operating out of The Glen Harper Curling Center in Duncan BC in the heart of the Cowichan Valley is looking for an experienced Ice Maker to join their team for the 2023/2024 season and beyond.

We are looking for an experienced ice maker to work with our great group of members/volunteers and board of directors to continue to operate one of the best curling clubs and facilities on Vancouver Island.

This position would be a contract position

We are seeking a highly motivated Ice Technician, to join our team for the 2023/2024 curling season.

This is a seasonal position comes with the opportunity of further involvement in club management and operations for the right candidate.

This position requires the individual to do the day to day maintenance of our five (5) sheet curling facility.

Overall General Responsibilities will include:

Ice installation, rings, lines,signage and hack installations

Preparing and maintaining the ice surface daily to the highest possible standard

Ensuring tools are properly maintained and serviced as required and maintain a service log

Start up and shutdown of Ice Plant and to ensure the plant ice log is kept up to date

Perform a scrape where possible every 2nd draw, pebble and nip done prior to each league and rental draw. Flood as required to maintain ice surface at highest possible standard.

Perform mid-season major ice maintenance during the clubs curling break over Christmas

Assess and perform rock maintenance/rock repair as required. Interface with members and the board to gather information on ice and rock conditions

Spring removal of ice, rings & signage and storage of rocks and equipment, cleaning and drying of floor,

Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with members and their guest

• Maintaining service logs to support Technical Safety requirements

What we Offer Competitive wages Staff privileges which include curling

What you Offer

• 2 years of experience in Curling Ice
• Level 2 Ice Technician certificate
• Willingness to learn
• A passion for people and service excellence
• Excellent communication skills
• Being a curler and having some knowledge of curling and ice conditions would be an asset
• Computer skills would also be an asset

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Duncan Curling Club is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, or veteran status

The Cowichan Valley – who doesn’t want to live here????

Most of the population lives along the east coast, where farming in the lush, rolling Cowichan and Chemainus Valleys has gone hand in hand with logging since Vancouver Island was an independent colony. Whether it’s adrenaline or unwinding you crave, you’ll find it here. Enjoy world-class kayaking, the best flyfishing anywhere, hiking through ancient rainforests, mountain biking, salmon fishing, kayaking, championship year-round golf or cruising our spectacular coastline. Follow all of that with a gourmet meal at the vineyard or a craft beer at one of the many local breweries, a stroll through seaside or the amazing downtown shops, an evening of live theatre and you’ll start to see the world differently and understand why this community is one of the most sought after communities on Vancouver Island.

Ice Operations- Job Description

The ice maker duties will provide all labour and supervision necessary including ice operations and other duties as listed below to install, maintain and manage 5 sheets of curling ice and other maintenance duties for the Duncan Curling Club as follows:

Commence the Ice installation by September 15, of each year and have the installation completed by October 05 of the year, including but without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the painting of the ice white, the installation of the rings on the ice, the laying of the tape lines and installing in ice advertising as directed by the board of directors and fund raising committees.

Maintaining optimum ice surfaces by using ice scraper, as necessary, but not less than three times per week during curling season.

Maintain in a manner acceptable to the Duncan Curling Club, the curling ice surface is an surrounding rank including but not limited to

-pebbling and mopping the ice

-cleaning around the hack areas

-cleaning the back board inside a board areas

Ensuring sufficient qualified staffing levels for bonspiels, tour events, special events, ice rentals and leagues as is necessary.

Maintain iceplant and related equipment as necessary. Including all necessary log books and reporting for warranty information. Report any serious problems to the Chair of the Board of Directors and the Building Committee Chair via email or telephone within 12 hours.

Removal of ice, storage of equipment and clean rink at conclusion of curling season.

Other duties

Meet and provide report to the board of directors at their regular monthly meetings.

Maintain a good working relationship with other employees or contractors working for DCC and Forward any complaints or concerns to the chair of the board of directors.

Report only to duly named directors who are responsible for the ice maker.

For the period of March 15th to September 1st attend the Duncan curling club regularly at least once per week to inspect building and equipment.

Additional duties may include being required to host regional, provincial or national playdowns at the Club. Ad will remain active until filled

Job Types: Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 12 months

Salary: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every Weekend
• Holidays

Ability to commute/relocate:

• DUNCAN, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Curling Ice Making: 2 years (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-01-31
Expected start date: 2023-06-01

Nova Scotia Curling is seeking a full-time High Performance (HP) Director.   The HP Director’s primary responsibility will focus the Nova Scotia Junior High Performance Program; working with coaches to ensure athletes are prepared and competing at an appropriate level,  and demonstrates future vision for growth of the High Performance Program. This is a full-time position; renewable to April 2027 based on achieving 2023-24 outcomes.

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia with extensive in-province travel required.

In-season (Sept-March) working hours will be based around the needs of the High Performance teams; late afternoon, nights and weekends at times.  Off-season hours will be based around planning, preparation and implementation for the next season.

Qualifications include:

• Must demonstrate curling at a national/international level as a player and/or coach
• Must have a curling coach credential, preferably Competition Development Certified.
• Proven capacity to develop and manage major projects to successful and timely completion
• High degree of professionalism and ability to motivate high performing athletes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative, able to work independently as well as a team environment
• Reliable vehicle, criminal record check, and driver’s license required.

Salary:  $60,000 based on qualifications and experience.

Start Date:  April 1, 2023

Application Deadline: March 3, 2023

Please send resume and cover letter to:  Virginia Jackson, Executive Director, vjackson@nscurl.com  (902) 223-3218

JOB TITLE: Finance Officer

ORGANIZATION: Volleyball BC and Curl BC

REPORTS TO: CEOs of both organizations

WORK TYPE: Contract, 0.8-1.0 FTE (15-20 hours per week per organisation) Initial contract is from January to August 31, 2023 with the possibility of extension.

START DATE: ASAP

CLOSING DATE: Competition will remain open until 5:00 PM PDT on January 13. 2023

SALARY: $30/hour

JOB OVERVIEW

Volleyball BC and Curl BC are the provincial sport governing bodies that actively encourage participation and development of volleyball and curling in BC. Both head offices are located in Burnaby, BC.

We are seeking an experienced and versatile individual to fill the position of Finance Officer for both organisations. Reporting to both CEOs, this role is responsible for the day-to-day delivery of financial services including maintaining accounts, payments and receivables, and preparing financial reports. This is a unique opportunity to experience working in two non-profit organisations with hands-on service delivery. The successful candidate will be organised, efficient and have excellent communication skills.

This position is located at both head offices in Burnaby, BC, with the ability to work from home when appropriate.

• ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Duties
– Manage day-to-day operations of all finance requirements of organisation.

• Keeping financial records and establishing, maintaining and balancing various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems (Sage)
• Maintaining records of financial transactions by posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, and verifying transactions.
• Maintaining a balanced general ledger.
• Calculating, preparing and processing Electronic Funds Transfers (Telpay) and cheques.
• Generating and monitoring payment of invoices.
• Reconciling entries to balance subsidiary accounts.
• Responsible for payroll function, including liaising with external payroll company, processing salary changes and updates, and monthly reconciliations.
• Ensuring compliance with financial and legal requirements: completing and submitting tax remittance forms, workers’ compensation forms, and other government documents as required by the BC Societies Act and Canada Revenue Agency.
• Overall responsibility and management of Finance policies and procedures, upholding all requirements.
• Monitoring cash flow for organisations.
• Advising management on compliance and finance needs.
• Creating and providing accurate and timely financial information to managers, the CEO, and the Finance and Audit Committees.
• Preparing a trial balance and financial reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing accounting for information (eg. preparation of quarterly results).
• Supporting external auditors as required.

2. Working Conditions

• Primary working location is a standard office environment.
• Both organisations are located in Burnaby.
• It is the expectation that the successful candidate will spend at least one day per week in the office of each organisation.
  QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:  Strong accounting knowledge, understanding of accounting principles, and knowledge of GAAP accounting framework;
• Exceptional organizer with the ability to multitask and prioritize in two environments with changing demands and priorities;
• Strong analytical skills and comfortable working with huge volumes of complex data;
• High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in data entry and financial reporting;
• Strong communication skills with the ability to adapt between two organisations;
• High integrity and confidentiality.
  2. Training and Experience:
• Completion of university degree in relevant field or 8+ years of relevant experience is required (i.e. accounting, finance /business administration.);
• Minimum of 3-5 years of financial management, bookkeeping or accounting experience, ideally within a non-profit association;
• Proficiency in use of Sage/Simply Accounting software and in use of Microsoft Excel.

3. Licenses, Certificates and Registrations:

– CPA designation or financial qualification preferred;
– Valid Class 5 Drivers License issued in British Columbia required;
– Completion and maintenance of clear Criminal Record Check required.

APPLICATION DETAILS
Please forward resume and cover letter to hiring@volleyballbc.org by 5:00 PM PST on January 13, 2023.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those invited to interview will be contacted.

The Vancouver Curling Club (VCC), located in the Hillcrest Centre recreational complex, offers a unique opportunity for the right candidate to join an innovative team dedicated to operating a world-class curling facility. 

The VCC is a nonprofit association committed to the development of its more than 1,400 members and thousands of annual visitors/guests through the provision of high quality on-ice and off-ice experiences and learning opportunities. The combined efforts and dedication of staff, volunteers and elected Board members result in a warm and welcoming atmosphere in a state-of-the-art facility, a legacy of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. 

The VCC is currently seeking Bartender/Cooks for daytime and evening shifts Monday through Sunday (and as required for special events) to start in the beginning of October 2022 until the end of April 2023. 

Reporting to the General Manager, Bartender/Cooks will be responsible to tend the bar, prepare basic meals, maintain the cleanliness of the lounge and kitchen, and ensure a high standard of customer service to VCC members and guests. 

Bartending experience and Serving It Right are required. An interest in cooking is necessary with cooking experience and Food Safe an asset, but not required. Compensation is $18/hr. in addition to tips. 

Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and résumé expressing interest in the position, to patrick.prade@vancurl.com 

We thank all candidates for their interest.  Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls please. The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. 

vancurl.com 

Marpole Curling Club – Head Junior Coach

We are eagerly looking for a Head Junior Coach , to lead our Junior program every Sunday for approximately 16 weeks, starting in October.

The position would entail:

*setting lesson plans

*corresponding with volunteer coaches and junior administrator

*interacting with club staff

Eligible candidates must be available for each session and pass a criminal record check. Preference to candidates with curling coaching accreditation.  We have approximately 30-40 juniors across the age group of 7 to 21 years old, with a variety of skill sets.

This is a paid position by honourarium.  We would also consider dividing salary  as a shared role, for example with an experienced couple.  Please email juniors@marpolecurling.ca with your resume or with any questions.

This position is for the season of 2022/2023.  We looking forward to adding you to our exciting junior program.

Curling Operations Associate

Vancouver Curling Club is the premier location for curling in Vancouver. Located in Hillcrest Centre in the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic host facility, Vancouver Curling Club has eight sheets of ice and serves over 1,400 regular members and 10,000 unique visitors every season. As a not-for-profit organization, we strive to provide an exceptional curling experience to our community.

As a Curling Operations Associate, your work will ensure a positive overall experience for our members and visitors. This position encompasses three separate and pivotal roles within our organization: Rental coordinator, ice technician, and coach. All of your roles will contribute to the positive overall experience of members and visitors of Vancouver Curling Club.

Primary roles:

Rentals:

• Coordinating rental bookings and providing customer service and support
• Learning online booking and operational systems (Checkfront)
• Sales, marketing and promotion education/learning

Ice Tech:

• General facility maintenance
• Curling ice prep and maintenance
• Must be able to comfortably lift 80lbs

Coaching:

• Instructing rental groups and customers on-ice, providing safety instructions for customers
• Ensuring positive experience for customers

Required experience:

• 2 years recreational curling experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with social media management (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram) is an asset
• Experience with design software (Adobe Photoshop and InDesign) is an asset
• Experience working with MS 365 and Office and Google Suite is an asset
• Curl BC Club Coach certification is an asset

Positions to develop fundamental skills in curling club operations, with many transferable skills to other recreational sport operations.

Rental Coordinator – Full Job Description

Ice Technician – Full Job Description

Coach – Full Job Description

Compensation based on experience between $18.50-23/hr

Position is part–time roughly 30hrs/week, starting in late August

email resume to: patrick.prade@vancurl.com to apply

Position: Ice Technician, Terrace Curling Club, 3210 School Street, Terrace BC

The successful candidate needs to be reliable, punctual and work well with minimum supervision.

Major Job Description: Installation and daily maintenance of curling ice and monitoring of facility for the 2022-2023 Season.

Qualifications: Level 1 Ice Technician Certification or be willing to take the Ice Technician course within 6 months of tender acceptance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Installation of curling ice for a mid-October start of season.

Daily ice maintenance as necessary, including scraping, cleaning and pebbling.

Maintenance of all equipment relevant to the ice making process.

Maintain curler amenities in ice area.

Ensure walkways are vacuumed regularly and kept tidy.

Daily upkeep of logs for the ice plant including visual plant room inspection.

Other club responsibilities as outline in the official job description available by contacting the manager of the Terrace Curling Club.

Terms of Employment: Seasonal (Sept – April)

Please email resume and cover letter by August 31^st, 2022.  We thank all those who apply and successful candidates who meet requirements will be contacted for an interview.

Donna Diana – Terrace Curling Club Manager

Email: info@terracecurling.ca

Telephone: 250-635-5583

The Peace Arch Curling Club is located in White Rock, BC, known as the City By the Sea.  PACC is operating under current public health orders and viaSport guidelines to offer a safe environment for curling and socializing.  Our Club contains 4 sheets of ice, a Lower Lounge featuring with a 10-table, day-time café, and a licenced Upper Lounge with billiards table, darts board, and shuffleboard games.  We offer 13 curling leagues for some 420 members of varying levels of competitiveness; ice rentals for private groups; rentals of dry floor space in the off-season; an indoor pickleball program in the summer; and lounge rentals for parties, meetings, and other functions.

With a September 2022 start, we are looking for a Head Ice Technician to provide our curlers with the best opportunity to play the game they love.  Our curling season normally runs from late September to the end of March, so including ice installation and ice removal, the full-time seasonal contract position would be from day after Labour Day in September to approximately April 15 each year.

Currently we are anticipating 23 regular draws per week and we will host 5 or 6 bonspiels this season – a busy little Club that is growing slowly toward capacity.

The scope and key responsibilities of the job include:

Ice Making and Maintenance:

• Order Jet Ice Curling rental tanks for beginning of season and return of these tanks at the end of the rental agreement
• Prepare floor for installation
• Arrange for start-up of ice plant with the refrigeration contractor (currently Kim Turnbull of RKT Mechanical Inc.)
• Prepare equipment for installation
• Install ice as per CCA standards, including painting, running lines, in-ice logos, hack and board installation and all other duties for initial installation
• Facilitate day-to-day curling ice operations (scraping, cleaning, pebbling, rock care), ensuring a high-quality playing surface for all league play, rentals, bonspiels and other functions as required as well as recognizing the need for extra measures to provide consistent curl, consistent keenness, cleanliness and safety of the ice surface.
• Train, supervise and schedule assistant ice technicians and volunteers.
• In consultation with the PACC Manager, set up schedule for scraping, burning and flooding to maintain ice in top curling condition (including a burn during the Christmas/New Year break and mini-maintenances on pre-determined weekends at the mid-point of the first half of the season and the mid-point of the second half of the season)
• Maintain ice rink cleanliness (e.g., clean walkways and windows, empty garbage, and ensure a safe and orderly ice storage room, etc.)
• Remove ice at end of season
• Arrange shut-down of ice plant with the refrigeration contractor (currently Kim Turnbull of RKT Mechanical Inc.)
• Complete year-end clean-up, such that dry floor area is ready for early Spring rentals
• Preparation for and storage of ice making equipment and curling rocks

Equipment Maintenance:

• In consultation with the PACC Manager, arrange for the following equipment to be maintained in good condition at all times: dehumidifier, hot water tank used for pebbling water, ice burner, scraper, and Jet Ice system
• Daily upkeep of preventative logs and manuals for the ice plant including visual plant room inspection with temperature and pressure readings. Weekly checks on compressor oil as needed
• Advise and make recommendations to the PACC Manager with respect to maintenance for the refrigeration plant condenser, chiller, compressor, brine system, etc.
• Ensure that the operating and safety standards are in place to meet required inspections

Hours of Work:

It is expected that the Head Ice Technician will be available or will have made provision for back-up during hours of operation as weekends, weekdays and evenings are required.  The hours of work vary dependent on ice maintenance requirements and ice usage.  The Head Ice Technician will be required to schedule and adjust hours with the PACC Manager to meet the needs of the PACC both on a regular weekly basis and for special events such as bonspiels, pop-up curling and hosting of regional, provincial, or national on-ice events.

Preference will be given to those who have their Level 2 Ice Technician certificate, or equivalent experience – at least 3 years – and a commitment to obtain Level 2 certification as paid by PACC.

Remuneration will depend on qualifications.  Please submit your resume to manager@peacearchcurling.com

or mail to:

Peace Arch Curling Club

Unit 2, 1475 Anderson Street

White Rock, BC     V4B 0A8

Position: Ice Technician & Facility Assistant

Marpole Curling Club
8730 Heather Street, Vancouver, BC

The successful candidate needs to be reliable and punctual, work well with minimum supervision, have an even temperament and be a team player.

Major job Description:
Installation and daily maintenance of curling ice, monitoring of facility and management of ice staff starting in August for 2022-23 season.

Qualifications for the job:

Education:
Curl Canada Level 1 Ice Technician
Curl Canada Level 2 Ice technician
Curl BC Level 1 Club Coach Instruction (or equivalent)

Experience
Minimum 2 years’ experience
Physical requirements:
Ability to lift and carry 60 pounds

Other:
Drivers Licence and Vehicle required for pick ups and errands as required
Occupational First Aid
Review the safety manual for all work procedures – ie ammonia evacuation, bump tests, draining chiller oil, spills, etc.

Duties and responsibilities
Installation of curing ice for a mutually agreed upon early September opening.
Daily ice maintenance as necessary, including scraping, cleaning and pebbling as well as recognizing the need for extra measures to provide consistent curl, consistent keenness, cleanliness and safety of the ice surface.
Maintenance of all equipment relevant to the ice making process.
Maintain curler amenities in ice area including drinking water, tissues, garbage containers, etc.
Ensure walkways are vacuumed regularly and kept tidy and ice equipment are stored safely in their proper places.
Prepare ice for special events such as bonspiels and special competitions.
Training, scheduling and supervision of all assistant ice staff.
Daily upkeep of preventative logs and manuals for the ice plant including visual plant room inspection with temperature and pressure readings.
Weekly checks on compressor oil as needed
Complete Bump tests, draining of chiller oil and organize Legionella testing as required.
Regular ice operations report for the Board of Directors meetings, regular communication with Manager and active participation in Ice Committee (or equivalent).
Co-ordinate with the Manager regarding staff instructional requirements for rentals, perform basic instruction, assist or lead rental groups, and or supervision or schedule staff accordingly while minimalizing costs.
Responsible to shut down the ice plant and clean rink area after the conclusion of the curling season and ensure the proper storage of rocks and equipment.

Other Club Responsibilities
Maintain and/or ensure that club housekeeping/ daily checklists are completed and sanitizing of high touch surfaces are focused on.
Meet regularly with the Club Manager to discuss operations, strategy and policy and discuss any expenditure over $500.
Under the direction of the Club Manager, be responsible for coordinating maintenance or repairs of other equipment and building.
Understand and effectively manage organizational resources (people, materials, assets, budgets) through measurement, planning and control of resources to maximize results.
Ordering and collecting of cleaning supplies including tissues, paper towels etc.
Be able to help in the daily operations of the club, if needed, including but not limited to pro shop sales, fee collection and general inquires.

Other reasonable duties as required by the club Manager such as:
1. Assisting with set up of pro shop at beginning of season and inventories at end of season.
2. Weekly lounge clean-up (typically Mondays following ice maintenance) involving sweep and mop of floor and vacuuming
3. Picking up and/or putting liquor orders away and other lounge duties
4. Season open and closing cleaning and organizing of facility as required.
5. Maintaining all waste and recycling areas; regular removal of certain recycled materials.

Please respond by email with cover letter to hr@marpolecurling.ca by August 1st.

Marpole Curling Club is seeking an Assistant Ice Technician to join our team for the 2022-2023 curling season.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Work under the direction of the Head Ice Technician
• Work with the office and administrative staff, members, curlers and volunteers as required.
• Ensure that the sheets of curling ice are clean and maintained
• Assisting Customers with Pro Shop inquires and sales

Building Maintenance:

• Assist with installation, removal, and maintenance of curling ice
• Assist with all facility installations, repairs and maintenance projects as required
• Ensure the building is maintained, and complete daily maintenance as required
• Assist with events – moving of equipment, set ups ,etc.

SKILLS:

• Ice Technician Certification level 1 or 2 preferred but not required (willingness to obtain by January 2023)
• Refrigeration Operator Certificate an asset
• Good communication skills both written and spoken
• Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Some computer knowledge an asset – Word, Excel and email.
• First Aid/AED Certificate ( or willingness to obtain prior to November 2022)
• Previous Curling Experience an asset.
• Drivers Licence and vehicle preferred for assisting in occasional errands.
• Club coach curling training an asset

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Seasonal Part-time (August to April)
• 16 to 32 hours per week
• Financial compensation depending on experience
• Potential to lead to full time hours.

Please email resume and cover letter in confidence to: hr@marpolecurling.ca by August 1st , 2022.  We thank all those who apply, and successful candidates who meet requirements will be contacted for interview.

Curling Manager

VPFO Saville Community Sports

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement, this full-time continuing position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our Benefits Overview page and annual salary range of $61,802 – $103,002.

Location

Work primarily takes place at South Campus Edmonton.

Working for the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

Working for the Department/Faculty

Campus & Community Recreation is the host of multiple wellness activities and events that run throughout the University of Alberta campus. This includes recreational events and programs that are available at South Campus as well as North Campus.

Campus & Community Recreation offers programs and facilities aimed to meet the needs and interests of the broad range of communities that we serve. From group exercise to individualized personal training; from healthy living activities to physical assessments preparing for specific work environments; from recreational sports to elite sport training; and a range of ethnic and cultural dance, Campus & Community Recreation has the breadth and depth of activities to enhance the experiences of students, staff and community members alike

The role of Campus & Community Recreation is to contribute to the overall academic vision of the university. We support our communities (students, staff, faculty, and community members) to explore and enhance their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being through physical and social activity. We strongly believe in the power of recreational activities to support these needs.

Campus & Community Recreation has two facilities on the University of Alberta South Campus – Foote Field and the Saville Community Sports Centre (East and West). Foote Field features competition level artificial turf, track, and grass field, as well as a multi-use plaza, conference room, and lounge space. East facilities feature a curling rink (10 sheets) , tennis courts (8 courts), fitness centre, bar and lounge, sport performance centre, and various multi-purpose spaces. West facilities feature nine gymnasiums, a competition gym, gymnastics centre, fitness studio, classrooms and food, and beverage services. The sport and recreation faclities on the south campus experience over 3.4 million visits per year.

Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager, South Campus, Campus & Community Recreation (CCR), the Curling Manager is an integral member of the South Campus leadership team.  The SCSC- East leadership team supports the management of sport and recreation facilities, programs, services and events on south campus serving a variety of communities including University of Alberta students, staff, Faculty and general community members.  Campus & Community Recreation also supports the facility and service needs of the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation and the Varsity Athletics programs through the provision of dedicated sport and recreation space for teaching, research, training and competition.

The Curling Manager provides leadership, management and supervision support to the Curling unit within Campus & Community Recreation, Support & Recreation Services, at the University of Alberta.  The Manager actively participates in the development and implementation of the strategic direction for South Campus and leads the process to develop a strategic operating model for the Curling Department.  Specifically, the Manager leads a team of half of a full-time and seven casual staff and contractors in the provision of client-focused curling services. The Manager will plan and implement a unit strategy for the curling operations within the overarching South Campus unit. Day to day curling program and service operations, staff development, strategic planning, and policy/procedure development are all key components of this role.

The Curling Manager will manage and supervise the day-to-day activities of the Curling Department in an efficient and effective manner.  A major focus of this position will be the development, organization and administration of all curling leagues, memberships, bookings, events, funspiels, practice ice, school field trips, and adult programming offered at the Saville Community Sports Centre – East. The Curling Rink is currently home to 22 leagues and roughly 800 members and located in one of the busiest sport and recreation facilities in Western Canada. The Manager works closely with the facility food and beverage provider within the 300 person licensed lounge. The Saville Community Sports Centre – East is a year round facility and the Curling Rink is used for additional revenue-generating opportunities during the “off-season”. Member contact and retention will be key components of member and participant satisfaction.  This position will recruit teams as needed, plan and implement the registration process, prepare draws and schedules, ensure standings are up-to-date, and interact with curlers on a regular basis.  Regular member communication will be required by the Manager in order to enhance member retention. This position plans and oversees the booking process for the University Varsity Programs (Bears and Pandas) and the National Training and Development Centre (NTDC) athletes and coaches. The Manager will ensure the delivery of an inclusive, equitable and diverse curling program for all. The Curling program will provide an exceptional experience for clients in support of their goals whether that be recreational, competitive or elite curling performance.

The Curling Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of a strategic marketing plan in coordination with CCR and University External Relations resources.   The marketing plan is a key component of member revenue generation and member retention and may will include the use and maintenance of the curling website, social media, newsletters, and direct email contact.  The Manager will lead all curling department related sponsorship activities.

The Curling Manager is responsible for budget preparation and monitoring of the operating budget for the curling facility, one of five facility budgets that support the overarching operating budget for the Saville Community Sports Centre – East. The annual budget will ensure efficient operational expenditures and revenue maximization.  The Curling Manager will monitor and oversee the established budget and be accountable to the monthly disbursements from the curling budget area.

The Curling Manager will coordinate the hiring process for all casual curling instructional staff, including the administrative aspects of the hiring process, customer service and operational training, staff schedule development and staff evaluation.

The Curling Manager will contribute to the overall CCR vision and mission through regular meetings with the Senior Manager and staff. The Manager will represent the South Campus unit in the Senior Manager’s absence.

Duties

• Responsible for day to day operation, budgeting and planning related to Curling Rink;
• Lead and oversee the operation of the curling facility, ensuring adherence to legislative requirements, University and Facilities and Operations policies and procedures.
•  Oversee the scheduling and all aspects of the curling program areas
• Developing short and long-term plans for facility and programs within the curling operations, including financial accounting, facility allocation/use, and programs/service offerings and alignment;
• Supervises all aspects of programs, league development and instruction at the Saville Community Sports Centre;
• Responsible for the marketing and promotion of programs specific to curling as well as the sale of sponsorship opportunities within the curling area;
• Coordinate all curling events hosted at the Saville Community Sports Centre;
• Oversee safety and risk management practices within the curling rinks to minimize exposure to risk;
• Hire and oversee curling staff and instructors;
• Manages the communication process amongst all staff members to ensure all curling events, programs and activities receive the required service;
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager, Client Engagement, on an annual plan for proactive attraction of external events or active development of internal events to utilize the curling facility;
• Represents Campus and Community Recreation at the University and Community level in areas such as committee work, program development, and community engagement;
• Coordinate curling leagues, practice ice, events, programming services, and determine the fees for each ;
• Liaise with key users and stakeholders including representatives of Academics, Athletics, Campus & Community Recreation and Community Groups to ensure a clear understanding of the facility bookings and requirements;
• Actively participate with the other south campus managers and supervisors in bringing stories, projects and messages to the committee and ensuring the appropriate messaging and recognition is conveyed in alignment with Campus and Community Recreation communications guidelines;
• Coordinate and maintain the curling section of the facility website.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Kinesiology, Recreation, and/or Sport Management.
• Minimum four years of demonstrated knowledge of the business of curling.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in sport management, operation of curling facilities, and event logistics.
• Experience in communications and risk management.
• Demonstrated knowledge in customer experience
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and creating an environment of inclusion.
• Computer competencies with Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications are required.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (written and oral) are required.
• Excellent leadership and facilitation skills.
• Current Standard First Aid (within 3 years) and Level C CPR (within 1 year) required.
• Highly organized and able to work in a fast paced environment
• Self-disciplined and able to work a variable work schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Recreation Management Software (Intelligenz) is an asset.

How to Apply

Apply Online

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.

PART-TIME ICE TECHNICAN

DESCRIPTION:

 The Richmond Curling Club is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Ice Technician, to work with and report to our Head Ice Technician, to join our team for the 2022/2023 curling season. This is a seasonal position.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Work under the direction of the Head Ice Technician
• Work with the office and administrative staff, members, curlers and volunteers as required.
• Ensure that the sheets of curling ice are clean and maintained
• Assisting Customers with Pro Shop inquires and sales

Building Maintenance:

• Assist with installation, removal, and maintenance of curling ice
• Assist with all facility installations, repairs and maintenance projects as required
• Insure the build is maintained, cleaned and areas are sanitized
• Banquet setups and clean ups

SKILLS:

• Ice Technician Certification level 1 or 2
• Refrigeration Operator Certificate an asset
• Must be Bondable
• Good communication skills both written and spoken
• Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Seasonal Part-time (September to April)
• 16 to 32 hours per week
• To be paid bi-weekly
• Financial compensation depending on experience

Please email resume and cover letter in confidence to: office@richmondcurling.com

Subject line: Part-time Ice Technician

Closing Date: June 15, 2022

GENERAL MANAGER – SALMON ARM CURLING CLUB

The Salmon Arm Curling Club is housed within the City of Salmon Arm, British Columbia – the “Sunny Shuswap’s” largest urban centre that boasts a small-town charm despite a trading area population of over 40,000. The Salmon Arm Curling Club has an exemplary reputation and has hosted many local, provincial, and national events. It has extremely active day leagues and evening leagues run five nights a week. The Club has 6 sheets of curling ice, over 400 members, a members’ lounge, concession, and a pro shop. The curling season runs from early October to the end of March and the facility is available to rent for special events year-round.

The Club’s General Manager reports to the Board of the Salmon Arm Curling Club, receiving direction from the President and working closely with the Treasurer. Additionally, the General Manager is required to maintain positive and productive relationships with the City of Salmon Arm, Curl BC, Club Members, sponsors, venue users and other external groups.

This is a seasonal position that runs from approximately mid-September to mid-April annually. The General Manager can expect to work long hours during the curling season.

Role Overview:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the facility, including lounge operations and venue rentals
• Provide personnel leadership, including staffing, scheduling, and training
• Oversee fiscal management of the Club
• Coordinate advertisement and sponsorship programs and prepare applications for public funding to support Club operations
• Market and promote the Club, encouraging member growth and facility rentals
• Support and assist the Board of Directors to plan and facilitate the annual curling calendar

Qualifications:

Related experience and a proven track record in two or more of the following

• Sport club facility and program management
• Event and venue management
• Licensed facility operation
• People Leadership – recruitment, supervision, performance management
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including use of current social media platforms
• Understand the basic operation of an indoor curling facility (knowledge of ice making is an asset)
• Participation in the sport of curling, at any level, is desirable

A Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check are mandatory prior to any confirmation of employment.

For more information about the Salmon Arm Curling Club, please visit www.salmonarmcurling.com. For more information about the City of Salmon Arm please visit www.salmonarm.ca.

CLOSING DATE: June 30, 2022

DESIRED START DATE: early September 2022

Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal

Salary: Commensurate with experience

COVID-19 considerations: Employees are required to be vaccinated against Covid-19

Qualified candidates may submit their resume and a cover letter via email to: info@salmonarmcurling.com

The Kelowna Curling Club, is currently seeking a Building and Ice Manager for the 2022/23 season and beyond. This person is primarily responsible for the building and maintaining of 12 sheets of high standard curling ice and a world class facility.  The Kelowna Curling Club is one of the largest clubs in the World and has over 1,000 members. We are a year-round facility, with high expectations.

Job Duties

– Installation and removal of 12 sheets of curling ice.
– Maintain a high standard of curling ice.
– Keep ice and building clean
– Hire, train, schedule and supervise ice and building staff
– Respond to ice plant alarms
– Regular ice plant checks
– Janitorial and maintenance as required around the facility
– Set-up, tear down and clean up for special events
– Assist with ice operational budget
– Oversee outside contract work
– Work in consulation with GM and staff in regards to ice and event schedules
– Transporting liquor deliveries to lounge
– Other odd jobs as assigned by the GM

Education & Experience

• Refrigeration Operators Certificate an asset
• Level 2 Ice Technician and asset Minimum 5 years-experience in ice making with experience in competition ice preferred
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Excellent customer service skill
• Flexible in schedule as weekends, weekdays, and evenings are required.
• First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
  Criminal Record Check

This is a year-round position and salary will be based on experience.

To apply, please send your resume by email to info@kelownacurling.com with ‘Building and Ice Manager’ in the subject line by June 1st, 2022.  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Title: Head Ice Technician
Job Type: Contract Position running from approximately Oct 1 to March 31 annually
Start Date: Flexible (ice must be ready by Thanksgiving weekend)

Description:

The Head Ice Technician will be responsible for the following, but not limited to:

• Installation of the ice before the season begins (including flooding, painting, placing houses, and in-ice logos)
• Ice maintenance, which includes scraping, pebbling, and nipping before regular league play and as required for bonspiels and other events, possible flooding as required
• Maintain a log of ice conditions and equipment maintenance
• Protect, maintain, and repair all ice making equipment, supplies and curling stones in consultation with the curling club President.
• Experience with texturing stones is a definite asset.
• Hire, train, and supervise assistant ice crew
• The Contractor will coordinate the ordering, purchasing, and receiving of all supplies required by the lounge, such as beer, wine, hard liquor & snacks.
• The Contractor will perform regular cleaning activities such as vacuuming carpets and general cleanup in the viewing area downstairs, the lounge area upstairs and in the curling ice walk area.
• Remove ice, and facility clean-up at the end of the season
• Work with District of Summerland staff, and other team members to coordinate ice installation and removal and to ensure safety, care, and maintenance of the facility
• Other duties as required

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Head Ice Technician at a curling facility.
• Level 2 or 3 Ice Technician Certificate.
• First Aid/AED Certificate (or willingness to obtain prior to October 2022)
• Ability to work flexible hours, ie: evenings and weekends as necessary
• Preference given to candidates with experience in curling
• Criminal record check

Please submit resumes to info@summerlandcurling.org  by May 31, 2022

Job title: General Manager/Ice Maker

Location: Nelson Curling Club – Nelson BC

Terms: Seasonal – Full time, October to April

Salary/rate: $33 to $40 / hr – depending on experience

About us: The Nelson Curling Club has been in operation for over 100 years. It is a very active and vibrant club with a dedicated membership.

About the role: Under the direction of the Nelson Curling Club Executive, the General Manager position entails the management of the overall NCC building and operations. This included the responsibilities related to managing the ice plant and related equipment, and to maintain the quality curling ice surface through the curling season.

Responsibilities:
• Installation and maintenance of the ice area ensuring that the ice is prepared appropriately for all leagues, bonspiels, practice sessions, camps, clinics and at other times as advised.
• Supervise volunteers helping with the ice.
• Operating the ice plant to maintain a high-quality ice surface
• Maintain a schedule of required inspections of the ice plant.
• To maintain all supplies needed for the ice area.
• Advise the Board of Directors on long term plans and/ or improvements as needed.
• Shut down of the facility at the end of the season.
• Developing and implementing all operating procedures to ensure a smooth operation of the club.
• Food and beverage management: Efficiently manage regular bar services for the club and work with outside caterers for special events to ensure a quality delivery of services.
• Manage club expenses and report all transactions to the bookkeeper.
• Ensure the building and arena are maintained and operated in a safe, and efficient manner, complying with relevant government regulations.
• Report monthly to the Board of Directors on overall functioning of the centre.
• Work with the board to advertise the club, promote club activities, generate interest and access funding possibilities.

Candidate requirements:
• Refrigeration Operator Certificate – an asset
• Certification in the Canadian Curling Association Ice Technician Training – an asset
• Serving it Right Certification
• Accounting and finance experience.
• Food and Beverage experience.
• Willingness to learn, and a strong working relationship with the club directors and general membership.

Contact us to apply

If you have any questions please email kristinadlittle@gmail.com or send your resume to nelsoncurling@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

POSITION: Club Manager
FACILITY: Whitehorse Curling Club

The Whitehorse Curling Club is in Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. Whitehorse is the Yukon’s capital city and has a population of approximately 30,000. Recognized as one of the top curling facilities in North America, the Whitehorse Curling Club has hosted national and World Curling Tour events , and hosts active league curling five nights a week We have 8 sheets of ice, over 400 members, a members lounge and a pro shop . The curling season runs from October to April and the facility is available to rent for events year round. We are situated in a unique and scenic location overlooking the Yukon landscape.

The Club Manager will report to the Board of the Whitehorse Curling Club, receiving direction from the President and working closely with the Treasurer. Additionally, the Club Manager is required to maintain positive and productive relationships with the City of Whitehorse, the Yukon Curling Association, Club Members, venue users and other external groups.

While this is a year-round position, the seasonal nature of the curling club requires a flexible and variable schedule The Club Manager can expect to work long hours during the curling season and be able to enjoy shorter days and more days off during the summer months.

Role Overview:

 Manage day to day operations of the facility, including lounge operations and venue rentals
 Provide personnel leadership, including staffing, scheduling, and training
 Oversee fiscal management of the Club
 Coordinate sponsorship programs and prepare applications for public funding to support Club operations
 Market and promote the Club , encouraging member growth and facility rentals
 Support and assist the Board of Directors to plan and facilitate the annual curling calendar

Qualifications:

 Related experience in at least one, and preferred more, of the following
– Sport club facility and program management
– Event and venue management
– Licensed facility operation
 People Leadership—recruitment, supervision, performance management
 Strong written and oral communication skills, including use of current social media platforms
 Understand the basic operation of an indoor curling facility (technical experience in ice making is desirable
 Participation in the sport of curling, at any level, is desirable

A Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check and a successful bond application are mandatory prior to any confirmation of employment.

We offer a competitive compensation package including relocation assistance.

For more information about
the Whitehorse Curling Club, please visit www.whitehorsecurlingclub.com. For more
information about the City of Whitehorse please visit www.whitehorse.ca

Please email your cover letter and resume
in confidence to wccmanager20@gmail.com

CLOSING DATE: April 29, 2022
DESIRED START DATE: August 1, 2022

$20 each plus shipping, open to reasonable offers for multiple purchases.

Please contact vpkreiser@gmail.com

JOB TITLE: Coach

Reports to: General Manager

SUMMARY:

Coaches are central to ensuring members and casual rental groups have a positive, safe and fulfilling on-ice experience at VCC.  Coaches lead players in private lessons, clinics, learn to curl and novice leagues and are VCC ambassadors to groups coming to VCC as part of a rental group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Commit to coaching assignments on “Sign Up for Coaches” process/site

• Arrive on time for all coaching assignments. Arrange for a substitute coach if unable to fulfill coaching duties.
• Follow the clubs quality customer experience mandate
• Notify the Rentals Coordinator immediately by telephone/email of an emergency/change (i.e. running late, illness, unable to fulfill commitment and provide the name of the substitute coach).
• Notify the General Manager of any concerns by phone, email or in person.
• Ensure all players have proper equipment and understand safety rules prior to entering the ice shed.
• Oversee participants ensuring certain they behave in a safe and respectful manner and follow curling etiquette.
• Provide a welcoming, inclusive learning environment and engage participants in the basics of delivery, sweeping, rules and strategy.
• Ensure members in private lessons, clinics and novice leagues have lessons tailored to participant’s abilities and agreed upon outcomes.
• Communicate respectfully with participants, staff and fellow coaches.
• Promote the Vancouver Curling Club, its programs and facilities to potential curlers and rental groups Maintain communications with staff regarding changes to personal information (i.e. address and banking information)
• Log into Payworks (the online payroll system used by VCC) and ensure your timesheet is completed for processing of payroll every two weeks (payroll schedule to be provided).

Positional Competencies

• Accredited Coach with Curl BC Club Coach or Competition Coach Certification
• Ability to deconstruct curling practice for others in an engaging, encouraging and motivational manner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal skills
• High level of initiative
• People management skills
• Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sectors) Required

Compensation

• Hourly @ $25
• No Minimum hours

The Vancouver Curling Club (VCC), located in the Hillcrest Centre recreational complex, offers a unique opportunity for the right candidate to join an innovative team dedicated to operating a world-class curling facility.

The VCC is a nonprofit association committed to the development of its more than 1,400 members and thousands of annual visitors/guests through the provision of high quality on-ice and off-ice experiences and learning opportunities. The combined efforts and dedication of staff, volunteers and elected Board members result in a warm and welcoming atmosphere in a state-of-the-art facility, a legacy of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

The VCC is currently seeking Bartender/Cooks for daytime and evening shifts Monday through Sunday (and as required for special events) to start in the beginning of September 2021 until the end of May 2022.

Reporting to the Lounge Manager, Bartender/Cooks will be responsible to tend the bar, prepare basic meals, maintain the cleanliness of the lounge and kitchen, and ensure a high standard of customer service to VCC members and guests.

Bartending experience and Serving It Right are required. An interest in cooking is necessary with cooking experience and Food Safe an asset, but not required. Compensation is $16/hr. in addition to tips.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and résumé expressing interest in the position, to hr@vancurl.com.

We thank all candidates for their interest.  Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls please. The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

vancurl.com

Atlin Curling Club is in search of two sets of curling rocks for a two-sheet curling facility. Anyone who is selling used rocks in good condition is asked to contact Lynn Turnbull at the club based in northern BC (near the Yukon border). Email myrnaturnbull@gmail.com

Merritt Curling Club is selling an Ice King Super electric ice shaver. Price is $4,000 with a blade or $2,500 without a blade. Contact Paul Montgomery at 250-378-3975 for more information.