Arts Instructor 1 – Pottery Studio Technician

Job Title:

Arts Instructor 1 – Pottery Studio Technician

Organization:

North Vancouver Recreation and Culture

Deadline:

Sep. 26, 2026

Organization Description:

North Vancouver Recreation & Culture is dedicated to building healthy individuals, families and communities. NVRC offers a wide range of recreation, social, health and cultural programs and services to residents of all ages and abilities.  

We are currently accepting applications for a Pottery Studio Technician to assist in the operation of NVRC Pottery studios. Applicants interested in the Pottery Technician position are also encouraged to apply to the Pottery Instructor position.

Website:

http://nvrc.peopleadmin.ca/postings/3012

Job Description:

YOU WILL: 

You will load and unload kilns, provide support to studio participants during drop ins or scheduled shifts, assist with kiln and studio equipment maintenance, glaze mixing/measuring, clay reclaiming and recycling, and organizing studio tools, equipment, and pottery wares. This position also supports pottery programming as directed by the Pottery Studio Supervisor and assists in studio cleaning with other duties as assigned.

This position involves technical work in the pottery studio and may include some teaching of pottery programs.

Responsibilities:

YOU HAVE:  

- Excellent interpersonal communication skills

- Ability to foster a positive, welcoming, and supportive culture within the studio, as appropriate to the role

- Ability to work well with others (studio participants and staff)

- Strong organizational skills   

- Ability to work independently but to also take direction from the Pottery Studios Supervisor

- Ability to remain impartial and keep to a kiln firing schedule

- Ability to be flexible in a dynamic environment

- Minimum 2 years of experience in a pottery studio  

- Sound technical knowledge of pottery studio including equipment and techniques

- Pottery Instruction experience is an asset.

- Should be someone with pottery knowledge, studio technician experience preferred

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

- Pottery knowledge and experience with studio technician duties.

- A minimum of two years of teaching pottery is considered an asset.

- Emergency First Aid or equivalent

All employees should be prepared to work at any North Vancouver Recreation & Culture location. All candidates are required to submit a Police Record Check as a requirement of the position prior to any appointment. Clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.  

Work schedule may vary based on operational requirements.

How to Apply:

APPLY ONLINE AT: https://nvrc.peopleadmin.ca/postings/3012

We thank you for your interest in employment with North Vancouver Recreation & Culture and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  

Remuneration:

Hourly Rate: The pay for this casual position ranges between $23.92 - $26.09 per hour, based on education and experience, plus 4% vacation pay.