Town of Virden

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - COMMUNITY DAY CAMP

Programs/Events Leader – this position, starting July 2, 2025, will be primarily responsible for the coordination of the planning, implementation, operation and evaluation of the Community Day Camp programs for children 6 to 12.  Other duties may include planning and assisting with other community programs and events.

Programs/Events Assistants – these three positions, starting July 2, 2025, will be primarily responsible for assisting at the Community Day Camp.  Other duties may include assisting with other community programs and events.

The positions listed above will both be subject to 40 hour work weeks, which could include evenings and weekends.  The successful applicants must be self-starters, possess exceptional organizational and time management skills and communication skills.  The ability to work with children and the general public is imperative.  An original Police Information Search (criminal reference check) and Child Abuse registry search will be required prior to the commencement of employment.

Resumes will be accepted until Friday, April 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

Please forward resume with cover letter to:

Faye Pope
Office Manager
Town of Virden
Box 310
Virden, MB, R0M 2C0

Email: office.manager@virden.ca

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - VIRDEN POOL
ASSISTANT HEAD LIFEGUARD

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years previous Instructor experience
• Willing to obtain, or currently hold valid First Aid Certification with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate of Level C or higher
• Valid Certification in the following:
  1. National Life Guard Service (NLS)
  2. Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
  3. Assistant Water Safety Instructor (AWSI)
  4. Life Saving Instructor (LSI)

Applications will be accepted until April 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

Please forward resume with cover letter indicating preferred position of interest, as well as copies of all relevant certifications to:

Faye Pope, Office Manager
Town of Virden
Box 310
Virden, MB, R0M 2C0

Email: office.manager@virden.ca 

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - VIRDEN POOL
LIFEGUARD/INSTRUCTOR

Qualifications:

• Willing to obtain, or currently hold valid First Aid Certification with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate of Level C or higher
• Valid Certification in the following:
  1. National Life Guard Service (NLS)
  2. Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
  3. Assistant Water Safety Instructor (AWSI)
  4. Life Saving Instructor (LSI)

Applications will be accepted until April 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

Please forward resume with cover letter indicating preferred position of interest, as well as copies of all relevant certifications to:

Faye Pope, Office Manager
Town of Virden
Box 310
Virden, MB, R0M 2C0

Email: office.manager@virden.ca 

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - VIRDEN POOL
ASSISTANT LIFEGUARD

Qualifications:

• Willing to obtain, or currently hold valid First Aid Certification with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate of Level C or higher
• Valid Bronze Cross Certification or Red Cross Assistant Lifeguard Certification

Applications will be accepted until April 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

Please forward resume with cover letter indicating preferred position of interest, as well as copies of all relevant certifications to:

Faye Pope, Office Manager
Town of Virden
Box 310
Virden, MB, R0M 2C0

Email: office.manager@virden.ca

TOWN OF VIRDEN
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MUNICIPAL CLERK/RCMP DETACHMENT

The Town of Virden is accepting applications for a full-time, permanent position for a Municipal Clerk at the Westman RCMP Detachment, Virden.

The successful applicant will report to the Staff Sergeant. The applicant will be required to perform all clerical duties as well as learn all aspects of the computer systems utilized by policing.

The successful applicant must possess:

• a grade twelve diploma (relevant post-secondary education is an asset)
• strong communication skills and the ability to deal with other government organizations and the public in a positive, friendly and open manner, often in stressful situations;
• the ability to work co-operatively and independently in a small office setting, while dealing with distractions and interruptions
• the ability to perform varied and multiple tasks within deadlines
• knowledge of various computer software systems
• the ability to respect and promote confidentiality

The successful applicant must be able to be security cleared.

Detailed job descriptions are available at the Virden Town Office or the Westman RCMP Detachment.

Detailed resumes marked “Municipal Clerk/RCMP” will be accepted by:

Faye Pope, Office Manager
Town of Virden
236 Wellington Street West
Box 310
Virden, Manitoba, R0M 2C0
Ph: (204)748-2440 Fax: (204)748-2501

Email: office.manager@virden.ca

The interview committee will accept and review applications as received, and interview as early as February 24, 2025, with applications continuing to be accepted until the right candidate is found.

The Town of Virden thanks all those who apply, but only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.  

TOWN OF VIRDEN
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
UTILITIES FOREMAN

The Town of Virden has an immediate opening for a Utilities Foreman to be part of a working team that ensures the safe and effective monitoring and operation of the Town’s Utilities Department. This position reports directly to the Utilities Manager or in their absence, the Chief Administrative Officer.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must have a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License.
• A Level II certificate in Water Treatment and Level III in Wastewater Treatment, Level II Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection or the ability to obtain in a timely manner.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years experience in the operation of a Water or Wastewater Treatment facility.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of a Wastewater Collection and a Water Distribution system.
• Experience in scheduling and supervising staff.
• Ability to deal with the general public in a polite and courteous manner.
• Capable of producing and maintaining accurate records, reports and related paperwork.

HOURS OF WORK

8:00 am to 5:00 pm with one hour for lunch, Monday to Friday. This position is required to work weekends on a rotating basis and carry an on-call phone during their week of standby duties. Employees on Standby duties must be able to report to work within a fifteen-minute period.

SALARY

Starting rate of pay for this position is $31.49 per hour, with an increase to $32.18 after six months, and a 12 month increase to $32.89 per hour.

Please send resumes with a cover letter to:

Rhonda Stewart, CMMA
Chief Administrative Officer
236 Wellington Street West
Box 310
Virden, MB R0M 2C0

Phone: (204) 748-2440
Fax: (204) 748-2501
Email: cao@virden.ca

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.