Recreation Instructor; Kayak

Responsibilities

Instructors deliver safe, high‑quality kayak instruction in alignment with City policies and safety standards, ensuring participants of all ages learn kayaking skills in an enjoyable and supportive environment. This includes planning creative lessons, managing participants, addressing site safety concerns, preparing program materials, and completing required incident and attendance reporting. They also perform related work as required.

The kayak program operates out of Deer Lake and Barnet Beach and includes group and semi‑private lessons, guided tours for youth and adult participants. Hours vary based on program schedules and registration levels. This casual contract position offers flexible work until October with majority of shifts running in the evenings and weekends.

Our ideal candidate will have post secondary education and/or experience in outdoor recreation programs and instruction. We are seeking individuals who can demonstrate their knowledge of sea kayaking and program delivery, including experience planning, leading, and programming kayaking trips and courses. A background in outdoor recreation programs and providing instruction to participants across a wide range of ages and skill levels is highly valued, along with the ability to lead effectively and uphold safety standards in alignment with organizational policies.

Exceptional customer service skills are essential to this role. A SKGABC Flatwater Instructor Certification (or equivalent) and Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime Radio) are requirements for this position. A valid driver’s license to travel between program sites is preferred. Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C is required and a valid Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent 20+ hour first aid certification with CPR Level

C) is preferred.

Pay Rate: $31.52 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits

Location: Deer Lake and Barnet Beach

Hours of work: This is a contract instructor position. Hours and shifts are based on programmed courses and may vary due to registration levels.

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the X, Y, Z, and W Peoples.

Contact:
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