Career/job opportunities
Be part of creating a city of the future
We’re looking for creative, innovative individuals with a passion for serving the local community and making Kelowna a city of the future. We’re proud to offer a competitive compensation package including, career and professional development, paid comprehensive benefits and vacation and one of Canada’s top pension plans.
Our operations are diverse, requiring a variety of positions as well as different levels of skill and education. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, accessible work environment where collaboration, understanding and mutual respect bring out the best in all of us. In this way, we hire and celebrate our employees based on task capability, performance and demonstrated commitment to our core values.:
- We innovate to make things better
- We work as one team
- We serve proudly
- We lead responsibly
Use our online recruitment system to view current job opportunities or begin your application process. You will need to create an account, or login to an existing account, to apply for a position. Casual, student and contractor instructor opportunities may also be available.
Current postings
Casual - Police Services
Dept: Police Facility Operations (BR114)
Posted Date: January 31, 2023
We are looking for a number of energetic and versatile individuals to provide work coverage for casual assignments within the City of Kelowna's Police Services/RCMP Detachment. This is an excellent opportunity for administrative professionals to gain experience supporting a wide range of Police Services initiatives and programs and to get your foot in the door! Casual positions may lead to permanent employment with the City of Kelowna.
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Police Services Quality Assurance Casual
Dept: Police Quality Assurance (BR113)
Posted Date: January 31, 2023
The Police Services Quality Assurance Casual position will provide support, stability, and consistency to the Quality Assurance teams. The position will be accountable for: the security, safekeeping, and disposition of property seized by or surrendered to the RCMP; the quality assurance of all investigational files as required by the Canadian Centre for Justice Statistics (CCJS) and; the quality assurance of all Reports to Crown Counsel ensuring paperwork is processed in a timely manner for in-custody prisoners and to capture the disposition in the court file and on the accused person’s fingerprints and; Records Managements System oversight and maintenance.
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Millwright
Dept: Water Supply and Pump Stations (BR198)
Posted Date: April 18, 2023
We are currently looking to fill a Millwright position within our Utility Services Department working with our Water Supply & Pumpstations group. As one of the successful applicants, you will be responsible for designs, lay outs, installs, maintenance, repairs, rebuilds and troubleshooting industrial machinery and mechanical equipment in City facilities and other operations
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Lifeguard - Part Time
Dept: Community and Neighbourhood Services (BR167-1)
Posted Date: April 18, 2023
Bring your NLS-Pool Option and CPR-Level C certification along with your direct lifeguarding experience and enthusiasm to our Active Living and Culture team. You will facilitate a safe and enjoyable aquatic experience at a variety of locations including: Parkinson Recreation Centre pool, City Waterpark and Ben Lee Waterpark. Schedule flexibility is a must as you would cover weekends, mornings, afternoons and/or evening swims for up to 25 hours a week.
A successful Criminal Records Check is required. Your Swim Instructor certification, aqua fitness certification, and/or other advanced instructor certifications are considered assets and may provide additional opportunities for part-time work as a Lifeguard/Lessons Instructor.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to attend a practical assessment of their aquatic skills.
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Police Services Quality Assurance Support Coordinator
Dept: Police Quality Assurance (BR113)
Posted Date: May 8, 2023
The Police Services Quality Assurance Support Coordinator position will provide support, stability and consistency to the Exhibits, Court Liaison and Crime Reviewers teams to address high volumes of work. The position will be accountable for the security, safekeeping and disposition of property seized by or surrendered to the RCMP; the quality assurance of all investigational files as required by the Canadian Centre for Justice Statistics (CCJS) and; the quality assurance of all submissions to BC Prosecution Services, the disposition of court files and processing fingerprints and; Records Managements System oversight and maintenance.
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Court Liaison Officer
Dept: Police Quality Assurance (BR113)
Posted Date: May 8, 2023
The Court Liaison Officer is the liaison between the RCMP, Provincial and Federal Crown Counsel, all stakeholders of the Criminal Justice System, Municipal Employees, Other Federal and Provincial Agencies and the general public. This position is accountable for the quality assurance of all Reports to Crown Counsel; ensuring paperwork is processed in a timely manner for in-custody prisoners and to capture the disposition in the court file and on the accused person’s fingerprints.
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Crime Review Officer
Dept: Police Quality Assurance (BR113)
Posted Date: May 8, 2023
The Crime Review Officer position provides a quality assurance audit of all police investigational files, along with identifying the accurate and detailed classification of file scoring as required by Canadian Centre for Justice Statistics (CCJS). The authority, mandated by the Officer in Charge of Kelowna Regional Detachment, is to provide guidance, feedback and corrective direction as required ensuring the file integrity of police investigations.
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Airport Operations Technician
Dept: Airport Operations and Fire (BR227-109-2)
Posted Date: May 23, 2023
Join our Kelowna International Airport team as an Airport Operations Technician and make a difference! As an Airport Operations Technician provides a centralized communications and customer service support at the Kelowna International Airport Operations Centre, including the coordination of airline gate assignments through contact with the control tower. An AOT performs groundside and airside maintenance functions that involve equipment operation and various manual tasks, with an emphasis on proactive airport safety.
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Corporate Assurance Supervisor
Dept: Corporate Financial Support (BR275)
Posted Date: May 23, 2023
The Corporate Assurance Supervisor is responsible for the direction, coordination, preparation and administration of internal audit activities, providing independent assurance that the City’s risk management, governance and internal control processes are operating effectively. Duties include, oversight of the full internal audit cycle, ensure all audits adhere to audit standards, review reports with specific attention to clarity of recommendations, prepare reports and/or presentations for the Audit Committee and/or Council, and manage and execute a system of follow up audits.
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Administrative Clerk - Cemetery Office
Dept: Parks Services (BR169)
Posted Date: May 24, 2023
An Administrative Clerk provides clerical and administrative support, including direct communication with public and other clients.
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Communications Consultant (7 month term)
Dept: Communications (BR248-1)
Posted Date: May 25, 2023
We are looking for an experienced strategic communications professional to join our corporate communications team. Our digital landscape is evolving and we’re looking for someone who has experience in corporate communications with a focus on content strategy, digital advertising and analytics.
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Theatre Technician II
Dept: Community Theatre (BR161)
Posted Date: May 26, 2023
A Theatre Technician II leads, plans, coordinates and maintains technical operations for the theatre and works cooperatively as a key contact for the theatre clients. The Theatre Technician II organizes, schedules and supervises staff.
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Police Information Technician
Dept: Police Investigative Services (BR291)
Posted Date: May 26, 2023
Manage our Cases!!
Join our dynamic Police Services team as a Police Information Technician and become a part of one of the busiest RCMP detachments in western Canada. We are looking for an experienced professional to manage the information in Major Case Management applications. This includes analysis and planning by providing guidance and expert advice on the use of major case management systems and time critical database extractions for disclosure as well as facilitate the collection, retrieval, sharing and analysis of investigative materials, and coordinates and directs other Police Services staff.
Join our dynamic Police Services team as a Police Information Technician and become a part of one of the busiest RCMP detachments in western Canada. We are looking for an experienced professional to manage the information in Major Case Management applications. This includes analysis and planning by providing guidance and expert advice on the use of major case management systems and time critical database extractions for disclosure as well as facilitate the collection, retrieval, sharing and analysis of investigative materials, and coordinates and directs other Police Services staff.
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Controller
Dept: Corporate Financial Support (BR275)
Posted Date: May 29, 2023
We are looking for a Controller to provide direction, coordination, management, leadership and consultation to team members and subordinates responsible for the financial and managerial reporting, the accounting operations and systems, and revenue collection for the City of Kelowna. The Controller is responsible for the corporate Financial ERP system. The Controller provides senior operational, technical and municipal expertise and advice related to the City’s Financial Policy development.
Help create Kelowna as a City of the Future. Our diverse and dynamic team strives to innovate to make things better, work as one team, serve proudly and lead responsibly.
Help create Kelowna as a City of the Future. Our diverse and dynamic team strives to innovate to make things better, work as one team, serve proudly and lead responsibly.
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Communications Coordinator (12+ month term)
Dept: Communications (BR248-1)
Posted Date: May 31, 2023
A Communications Coordinator develops, promotes, publicizes and runs communication programs for identified departmental initiatives.
As a creative communicator, you will write and design communications content for various audiences and channels. Expertise with a variety of computer applications with an emphasis on web content management, social media platforms and design software is essential. Flexibility to balance priorities and multiple projects is critical. The Communications Department is looking to fill a 12+ month term Communications Coordinator to support communication for various departments at the city of Kelowna.
As a creative communicator, you will write and design communications content for various audiences and channels. Expertise with a variety of computer applications with an emphasis on web content management, social media platforms and design software is essential. Flexibility to balance priorities and multiple projects is critical. The Communications Department is looking to fill a 12+ month term Communications Coordinator to support communication for various departments at the city of Kelowna.
The City of Kelowna is one of the most rapidly growing cities in Canada and our Communications Department is a dynamic team of employees who work together in a corporate service delivery model. You will work with others who have specialist strengths as well as varied past experiences delivering communications services.
The successful candidate will have a post-secondary diploma in communications, along with experience in corporate communications. Confident, clear writing skills and a sound understanding of strategic communications are essential.
The successful candidate will have a post-secondary diploma in communications, along with experience in corporate communications. Confident, clear writing skills and a sound understanding of strategic communications are essential.
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Police Services Watch Clerk
Dept: Police Information Management (BR272)
Posted Date: May 31, 2023
Join us as our Watch Clerk and become a part of one of the busiest RCMP detachments in western Canada. Utilize your training and experience to provide operational and administrative support to the Watch Commander and RCMP members. Use your superior customer service and communications skills to respond to various enquiries from the public and other authorized police agencies. As a highly organized and detail-oriented multi-tasker, you will retrieve information from various RCMP databases, maintain internal records, prepare court documentation, transcribe statements and monitor video surveillance cameras. This position works a rotational schedule of 12 hour day shifts and 11 hour night shifts.
Experience in a police environment, along with strong computer literacy with the various RCMP systems is essential. An RCMP Enhanced Security Clearance, along with a typing speed of 45 words per minute are also required.
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License & Bylaw Enforcement Officer - Casual
Dept: Bylaw Services (BR150)
Posted Date: June 5, 2023
The City’s Licensing and Bylaw Department investigates 16,000 bylaw complaints annually about a variety of issues from traffic to business license violations. Apply your conflict resolution, problem solving and communication skills, and work closely with the public, RCMP, Court officials and other municipal staff to resolve infractions.
Use your post-secondary training in Bylaw Enforcement Investigation and experience in bylaw or other related law enforcement to investigate and resolve complaints of bylaw infractions while ensuring compliance of municipal bylaws with professionalism and impartiality.
We are looking for a number of energetic and versatile individuals to join our dynamic Bylaw team to provide casual work coverage. Please note, this casual work coverage will consist of mostly full-time hours between the months of June to September.
Use your post-secondary training in Bylaw Enforcement Investigation and experience in bylaw or other related law enforcement to investigate and resolve complaints of bylaw infractions while ensuring compliance of municipal bylaws with professionalism and impartiality.
We are looking for a number of energetic and versatile individuals to join our dynamic Bylaw team to provide casual work coverage. Please note, this casual work coverage will consist of mostly full-time hours between the months of June to September.
