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The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation is accepting applications from qualified individuals to be added to a pool of Building Workers (BW) to join our Community Centres and Mobile Parks auxiliary teams. This role will provide qualified candidates an opportunity to work in and across a diverse portfolio of facilities and spaces in the City. Qualified candidates will be assessed on the basis of their skills, knowledge and abilities, and may be selected for an interview should they meet the qualifications and requirements of the position and a vacant opportunity exists. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

We are hiring auxiliary staff for two teams within the Park Board, our Community Centres and our Mobile Parks Teams.

Building Worker - Community Centres
The Building Worker is responsible for the enhancement of civic buildings by completing janitorial duties and minor maintenance. A key part of the role requires knowledge of standard cleaning methods and the ability to learn new and effective methods to ensure the cleanliness of the facilities. The Building Worker is responsible for performing a variety of heavy cleaning tasks including stripping and waxing floors, cleaning windows, cleaning washrooms, showers and change rooms, carpet cleaning, emptying garbage, minor maintenance repairs and other related duties as required.

Building Worker - Mobile Parks

The Mobile Parks Building Worker will provide janitorial services for the citywide inventory of public bathrooms and change rooms in parks. The Building Worker must also be able to operate a vehicle on a daily basis in a safe and efficient manner. Duties include, but are not limited to: opening, stocking, spot and deep cleaning, and locking facilities.

The successful candidate must be able to work a variety of shifts including mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights and on weekends. 

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Completion of a recognized certification program in building services work and some related experience.
• Experience performing a variety of routine manual tasks in care, cleaning and general maintenance of buildings.
• Experience operating and using janitorial tools, equipment and supplies.
• WHMIS is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of materials, methods, safety practices and simple equipment used in janitorial and maintenance work.
• Ability to arrange an effective work schedule under minimum direct instruction.
• Good health and strength sufficient to perform a variety of routine manual tasks in care, cleaning and general maintenance of buildings.
• Skill in the use of heavy cleaning equipment.

Driver License and Record Checks: 

• A current and valid class 5 BC Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record is required for the Mobile Parks Team, but not for the Community Centres Team

All applicants must attach a copy of their Building Services Work certification and any other relevant documents to their application

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks 

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual 

Position Start Date: August, 2024

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-013: $27.04 to $31.66 per hour
Number of Positions: Multiple

Application Close: Open Until Filled

The Compliance Analyst I is a member of the Empty Home Tax team within Financial Services and is responsible for conducting audits and reviews of property status declarations and complaints, responding to general enquiries and processing applications. The audit function is a key component of activities to support compliance and consequential effectiveness of the Empty Home Tax Program. The position works under the direction of the Supervisor, Vacancy Tax Compliance to research and make determinations of cases and communicates with the property owner on the outcome.
 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Researches records and data from multiple sources such as property files and a variety of databases 
• Applies relevant taxation legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines
• Responds to enquiries from property owners and the public related to the Empty Home Tax and related City procedures
• Receives and processes application documents and examines for compliance with all applicable guidelines
• Participates and assists with audit sampling following methodology determined by the Manager, Vacancy Taxation
• Conducts audits of property status files. Reviews evidence and researches relevant information sources. Receives direction and guidance from the Supervisor or Compliance Analyst II on policy decisions for high risk cases.
• Obtains and evaluates evidence in accordance with the evidence requirements (sufficiency and appropriateness) and the objectives of the audit
• Provides a comprehensive rationale to support the audit determination/conclusion. Communicates the audit result to the property owner
• Adheres to quality assurance processes and procedures to produce consistent quality of work
• Maintains independence and objectivity by ensuring no conflict in interests exist in the audit of files. 
• Participates in testing of upgrades to programs and databases
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Diploma in Accounting or Legal Studies with some experience in auditing systems or processes, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Experience with identifying areas of non-compliance and auditing in a public sector environment is desirable
• Considerable experience in a regulatory and compliance environment, involving the research and analysis of data, conducting of file investigations, and preparation of information and documents for administrative and legal proceedings is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable legislation, procedures and policies and general knowledge of taxation policies and principles and ability to interpret other legislation and conduct follow up research 
• Ability to identify areas of non-compliance, make adjustments and write correspondence.
• Awareness of the privacy and access legislation and policies to ensure confidentiality and protection of sensitive information
• Knowledge of other respective governmental procedures and external agency processes required to obtain relevant, applicable information; ability to convey this information to staff and/or public
• General compliance auditing skills in order to analyze and assess key pieces of information/evidence
• Ability to exercise judgement and make objective decisions based on factual information and evidence 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
• Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills 
• Ability to develop, document, review and revise formal working procedures and techniques
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationship with all levels in the organization, and with external clients and business contacts
• Ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple tasks and priorities in a changing environment
• Analytical skills in reaching sound decisions and resolving complex problems
• Sound knowledge of computer based information systems and applications as related to the work performed
• Ability to prepare, analyze and interpret statistical and narrative data

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Finance, Risk & Supply Chain Management (1150) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: August 2024 

Position End Date: July 2025 

No. of Positions: 5

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-020: $35.72 to $42.04 per hour

Application Close: August 2, 2024

The Administrative Assistant III reports to the Associate Director of Park Operations, and supports the Park Operations Leadership team and Director of the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation. The position is responsible for providing an extensive range of confidential and sensitive administrative support, ranging from complex to routine, in a fast-paced environment. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and manages the Associate Directors’ calendars, priorities, appointments, internal and external meetings workshops, etc.
• Manages the flow/storage of documents and inquires; screens, reviews and edits/proofreads correspondence, emails, telephone calls, voicemails, etc., in accordance with the City’s record management system.
• Handles sensitive and confidential documents: budget reports, departmental re-organizational structures, grievances, disciplinary letters, performance or attendance management files, contract negotiations, and council reports.
• Proactively creates and maintains effective workflow and communications.
• Coordinates meetings and logistics (e.g. scheduling attendees, room procurement, equipment, food/refreshments and minute taking/compiling/distribution).
• Drafts correspondence, agendas, minutes, e-mails.  Tracks and follows up on correspondence and other types of inquiries ensuring that responses to requests for information from the public, Board Commissioners, Mayor and Council, and other City departments etc., are completed in a timely manner.
• Organizes efficient and economical travel arrangements, calculating the estimated expenses to be incurred, and preparing necessary documentation.
• Maintains confidential databases; inputs, updates, reviews, extracts, researches and generates reports.
• Handles reports from external stakeholders and Departments for Senior Leadership Team review and signature.
• Prepares, distributes, photocopies, etc., reports, presentations, correspondence, spreadsheets, etc.
• Acts as an administrative resource for the Park Board with software like Excel, Outlook and VanDocs.
• Advises on key issues and concerns regarding: meetings, urgencies, and other priorities.  Evaluates priority and urgency of issue/request for time and attention of Senior Leadership team, and decides what issues/requests can be delegated for appropriate action.
• Liaises with employees, Unions, government officials and legal counsel for information sharing, exchange purposes and complaint management. 
• Manages media calls by determining the subject, deadlines, and appropriate follow through.
• Prepares Staff Action Forms and Compensation Action Forms, as required.  
• Responsible for SAP time entry and reporting and updating personnel files.
• Provides backup/support for other administrative staff.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned 

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12, including or supplemented by related administrative courses
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a fast paced and challenging service-based environment with a preference given to public service and professional office experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including a thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and business math.
• Ability to exercise substantial discretion and deal with highly sensitive and confidential information in support of senior management, internal audit, and other sensitive areas of City business.
• Good judgement and constant initiative and diplomacy.
• Heightened ability to anticipate and proactively deal with issues/problems before and as they arise.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize work, all while under pressure with constant interruptions.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization and with the public in order to provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the Park Board’s leadership team, Park Board departments and other City departments.
• Ability to research and analyze a variety of data and issues.
• Superior ability to use computer software such as MS Office, VanDocs, SharePoint and SAP.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: September, 2024

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-030: $56567 to $70714 per annum

Application Close: August 9, 2024

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a bachelor’s degree
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 2 years to less than 3 years
Computer and technology knowledge: Subversion (SVN), Python, SQL, MySQL, PHP, API

Candidate Status:

Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position.

• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to write, modify, integrate and test software code
• The candidates should be able to maintain existing computer programs by making modifications as required
• The candidates should be able to identify and communicate technical problems, processes and solutions
• The candidates should be able to prepare reports, manuals and other documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of software
• The candidates should be able to assist in the collection and documentation of user’s requirements
• The candidates should be able to assist in the development of logical and physical specifications, program special effects software for film and video applications
• The candidates should be able to research and evaluate a variety of software products, write, modify, integrate and test software code for e-commerce and other Internet applications

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

By email
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as college/CEGEP or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 5 years or more
Area of specialization: Advertising, market research, and marketing

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to develop promotional materials and assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters, and other material
• The candidates should be able to hire, train, direct, and motivate staff, act as a spokesperson for an organization, and assist in product development
• The candidates should be able to market business services, plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the design, development, and maintenance of Internet and Intranet sites to manage an organization’s Internet presence, and develop, implement, and evaluate communication strategies and programs
• The candidates should be able to direct and evaluate the marketing strategies of establishments, direct and evaluate establishments and departments that develop and implement communication strategies and information programs
• The candidates should be able to direct and evaluate establishments and departments that maintain media relations on behalf of businesses, governments, and other organizations, and plan, direct, and evaluate the activities of firms and departments that develop and implement advertising campaigns to promote the sales of products and services

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 7 months

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should demonstrate a keen attention to detail, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and be open to working overtime when required

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should be accurate, with a strong focus on clients and excellent oral and written communication skills. They should demonstrate flexibility and organizational abilities, be effective team players, show initiative, and maintain reliability

Candidate Status:

• • Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position

• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to compile worksheets and specifications of orders
• The candidates should be able to requisition or order materials, equipment, and supplies
• The candidates should be able to receive requests for emergency assistance or service
• The candidates should be able to prepare and submit reports
• The candidates should be able to maintain work records and logs
• The candidates should be able to establish work schedules and procedures
• The candidates should be able to ensure the accuracy of completed time sheets, payroll, and other summaries
• The candidates should be able to dispatch personnel according to schedules and work orders
• The candidates should be able to coordinate activities with other work units or departments
• The candidates should be able to schedule assignments and coordinate activities of vehicle operators, crews, and equipment
• The candidates should be able to keep track of shipments
• The candidates should be able to follow up on issues with work orders

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and cover letter) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset
Security and safety: Bondable

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should excel in a fast-paced work environment

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should possess the ability to multitask efficiently and be organized in managing multiple tasks
• The candidates should be team players, able to collaborate effectively with others

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to train other workers, record and prepare minutes of meetings, seminars, and conferences, and schedule and confirm appointments
• The candidates should be able to answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages, answer electronic inquiries, and order office supplies and maintain inventory
• The candidates should be able to arrange travel, related itineraries, and make reservations, greet people and direct them to contacts or service areas, and type and proofread correspondence, forms, and other documents

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to load, unload, and transport construction materials, mix, pour, and spread materials, and clean and pile salvaged materials
• The candidates should be able to perform routine maintenance work and clean up chemical spills and other contaminants

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 3 to less than 5 years

Location: 211 – 12448 82 Ave Surrey, BC V3W 3E9

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to measure and lay out reference points for installation, as well as read and interpret blueprints
• The candidates should be able to assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components, troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul entire HVAC, refrigeration, and air conditioning systems
• The candidates should be able to measure, cut, and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment, provide customer service, and start up the system, testing for leaks using testing devices
• The candidates should be able to recharge the system with refrigerant, check and test regulators, calibrate the system, and perform routine maintenance or servicing, including the repair and replacement of parts and components for entire HVAC, refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, or heat pump systems

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]