• Job Description

  Req#: 43098

  Requisition ID: 43098

  
  Organization

  Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

  Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

  Main Purpose & Function

  The Vancouver Park Board is seeking responses from customer focused and energetic Cashier Receptionists to join our auxiliary pool. This role will provide experienced Cashier Receptionists an opportunity to work in the various community centres, ice rinks and indoor and outdoor swimming pools across the City.

  If you are interested in joining a dynamic team committed to connecting people to active living as well as making a difference in Vancouver's diverse communities and neighbourhoods, we encourage you to apply to this opportunity!

  Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  The Cashier Receptionist is the first point of contact for all patrons and will require an individual with the ability to communicate to all audiences and the ability to troubleshoot and problem solve. This role requires a friendly and courteous individual who shares our passion for promoting an inclusive recreation environment to all patrons. Strong teamwork is a requirement of this position as the Cashier Receptionist is expected to provide support to peers to ensure a safe and fun environment for all of our patrons.

  Qualifications

  Education and Experience:

  • Completion of Grade 11 supplemented by some experience in a capacity dealing with the public and some cashiering experience OR an equivalent combination of training and experience

  Knowledge of Skills and Abilities

  • Working knowledge of the recreation programs and services provided and of the practices, regulations and procedures applicable to the work
  • Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures
  • Some knowledge of cashiering methods and practices
  • Ability to receive payments, make change, issue tickets, receipts and reimbursements, balance cash and prepare cash reports and floats
  • Ability to operate common office equipment, including a computer terminal and related office application software, such as MS Office software programs - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of recreation software, including POS and Photo ID systems is desired
  • Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and effective manner
  • Ability to assist and orient other staff
  • Ability to maintain minor clerical records, to compile non-complex statistical data and to perform incidental word processing tasks related to the work

  Candidates may be required to work various shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends as operationally required.

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

  Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks CUPE 15 Parks

  Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual

  Position Start Date: April 2025

  Number of positions avaliable: multiple

  Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-012: $25.93 to $30.41 per hour

  Application Close: February 8, 2025

  At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve . Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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• About the company

  Vancouver (/vænˈkuːvər/ van-KOO-vər) is a major city in western Canada, located in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia.

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