fitness instructor

DISTRICT OF SAANICHPARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENTRECREATION DIVISIONSAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE Instructor III - FitnessUp to 8 Casual Positions

The District of Saanich's Parks, Recreation and Community Services department is seeking a team player to help drive our mission of Healthy Nature, Healthy People, and Healthy Community, while supporting our vision: a Saanich where everyone belongs.

You?ll work within a team where service excellence, learning and sharing, and feedback and accountability are highly valued, and where communication, trust, respect, and positivity form the foundation for everything we do.

The Recreation Division is seeking enthusiastic and qualified Instructor III - Fitness staff to join the team at Saanich Commonwealth Place. These casual positions are ideal for fitness professionals who enjoy delivering safe, engaging and inclusive classes and supporting participants of varying abilities in achieving positive recreation and wellness experiences.

Under the general direction of a Recreation Programmer or Program Technician, the Instructor III - Fitness is responsible for direct instruction, leadership and program management within assigned fitness programs. Responsibilities include preparing the instructional space and equipment, developing class content, providing safe and organized instruction, welcoming and supporting participants, maintaining attendance records and reports, ensuring equipment is safely stored, and maintaining a clean and safe program environment. Instructors may also participate in scheduled in-service training and support other related program activities as required.

Requirements include completion of Grade 10; a minimum of three months of experience in the area of fitness instruction; and current certification and training appropriate to the area of instruction in accordance with industry standards, such as BCRPA, CanFitPro or equivalent fitness certification. Emergency First Aid and CPR-C may be required. Employment is subject to provision of a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) check no older than six months, with renewal required as per policy.

The successful candidates will work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends. Hours and shifts are subject to change based on operational requirements. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted.

These are C.U.P.E. Local 2011 positions with a wage of $31.46 per hour (2026 rate) plus 15% in lieu of benefits. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by October 27, 2026 at 11:45 p.m., quoting competition 26249.

The District of Saanich is proud to once again be recognized as one of BC?s Top Employers for 2026. As an inclusive, supportive, and high performing organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We aim to attract and retain passionate, skilled individuals from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact accessibilityHR@saanich.ca in confidence. We are here to support your full participation.