Community Services Assistant 2 - Textiles Senior Leader
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Community Services Assistant 2 - Textiles Senior Leader
Organization:
City of Surrey
Deadline:
Oct. 23, 2026
Organization Description:
As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.
City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city—and their careers—forward.
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Job Description:
Museum of Surrey is a cultural facility with a mission to ignite imaginations and connect Surrey’s diverse population and communities through participation, engagement, and stories. This is an auxiliary position with shifts on weekdays, weekends, and occasional evenings.
We are looking for someone with a passion for textiles and a love of working with the public. The ideal candidate enjoys engaging with visitors of all ages, especially children and seniors, and thrives in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Responsibilities:
• Engage with visitors of all ages.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and leading introductory textile and fibre arts classes for all ages.
• Leads engaging hand-on textile demonstrations, such as weaving and spinning.
• Research and prepare crafts, materials, and program samples.
• Assist with volunteer supervision and support.
• Support textile staff with the maintenance of, and program delivery for, the Textile Dye Garden.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
Qualifications:
As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. You will have:
• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by one (1) year of relevant experience in community service work, or an equivalent acceptable combination of training and experience.
• Emergency First Aid with CPR-C & AED certificate.
• Experience in textile and fibre arts, such as knitting, crocheting, sewing and weaving.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply at https://www.surrey.ca/careers, Job ID 7361.
Remuneration:
$25.54
