Classifieds

Note: This is an information service only. Although Curl BC welcomes postings, it is up to the individuals to contact each other directly. Curl BC has not verified any information posted here. Please contact ac.cblrucnull@ecirpponnocr if you would like to advertise in the Curl BC classifieds. This service is free for Curl BC members and costs $30/month for non-members.

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Volunteer Opportunity – Provincial Officiating Coordinator

The Provincial Officiating Coordinator will be selected based on his or her level of certification and interest in the program. The position is a one-year term, beginning June 15 each year, and is renewable upon the recommendation of the Executive Director. The Provincial Officiating Coordinator reports to the High Performance & Competitions Manager. The minimum certification required is Level 3.

The Provincial Officiating Coordinator

  • Manages the officials and timers development programs in BC, developing a plan for all courses
  • Receives, reviews, and maintains evaluation on Supervisors and Chief Umpires
  • Works with the High Performance & Competitions Manager to maintain a database of officials
  • Liaises with the High Performance & Competitions Manager to determine which officials are to be assigned to provincial events
  • Encourages officials to upgrade their certification in accordance with Curl BC policy
  • Advises all provincial officials of any changes to CCA rules or rule interpretations
  • Provides assistance to committees to ensure rules are up to date

This position is OPEN for the 2013-14 season.
Applications should be submitted to Heather Beatty no later than June 1st.

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Volunteer Opportunity – Master Learning Facilitator / Coach Development Manager

To be considered for an MLF assignment, the applicant must have a minimum Level 3 Coaching Certification (current NCCP).

He or she:

  • Guides the delivery of all NCCP Community Coach and Competition Coach workshops.
  • Liaises with Curl BC on annual plans for NCCP deliverables, learning facilitator (LF) recruitment, training and evaluation.
  • Attends the CCA Technical meetings/conference calls as required
  • Provides a written report to the Curl BC office, highlighting any changes to NCCP new program delivery elements.
  • Reports discrepancies, issues and concerns from Curl BC and its learning facilitators about NCCP modules/process/content to CCA
  • Oversees the training and development of Learning Facilitators in the Province, including identification of new LFs and evaluation of their performance.
  • Delivers the pertinent technical material from the CCA Technical Meetings at the LF training workshop.
  • Participates in the development of new NCCP material, both provincially and nationally.

This position is filled for the 2013-14 season. However, mentorship opportunities are available.
Please contact Elisabeth Walker-Young if you are interested.

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Volunteer Opportunity – Provincial Ice Technician

The Provincial Ice Technician should be certified at least a Level 3 Ice Technician.

He or she:

  • Works with the High Performance & Competitions Manager to plan the annual BC Ice Technician training program and to select course locations, dates, and instructors
  • Reviews recommendations for course content and delivery, and designs new material as needed
  • Instructs at ice making courses and seminars
  • Provides consultations by telephone or email or on-site assistance as required to clubs affiliated with Curl BC
  • Updates Curl BC on ice making issues and concerns, and makes recommendations to improve the program
  • Establishes and updates guidelines for ice making at events
  • Works in conjunction with the RFABC and BCRPA or other organizations to improve the training of ice makers in BC, and with the CCA to get information on current techniques

This position is filled for the 2013-14 season. However, mentorship opportunities are available.
Please contact Heather Beatty if you are interested.

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Volunteer Opportunity – Curl BC Head Statistician

The Provincial Head Statistician shall:

  • Manage the statisticians development programs in BC, developing a plan for delivery of all courses
  • Assist the Board in developing policies regarding course conductor selection and training
  • Receive, review and maintain evaluations on all statisticians
  • Prepare an annual budget for all course activity for Board approval
  • Organize dates and locations for courses each year with the High Performance & Competitions Manager
  • Work with the High Performance and Competitions Manager to maintain a database of statisticians and annually check a copy of the database to maintain accuracy
  • Liaise with the Host Committees and the Curl BC office to determine which statisticians are to be assigned events
  • Encourage statisticians to upgrade their levels of experience and to seek certification once requirements are developed and approved by the CCA
  • Ensure that a current version of the statistics program is available for statisticians’ laptops
  • Maintain an archive of all events at which the statistics program was in use.

This position is filled for the 2013-14 season. However, mentorship opportunities are available.
Please contact Heather Beatty if you are interested.

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Job posting

The Kamloops Curling Club is seeking proposals for an Ice Maker for the 2013-14 season. The KCC is an eight sheet facility with approximately 750 members operating seven days a week from September to April. We are host to a major cash spiel in October, The Sportsman’s bonspiel in March as well as numerous other spiels throughout the year. This year will also see our facility play host to The Brier Patch. We also have 2 year old blue hone granite inserts in our rocks.

Interested parties should submit a proposal by Wednesday, May 15, 2013. Your proposal should include the following information:

  1. Ice Technician Level certification completed
  2. Previous ice making experience
  3. Experience preparing and maintaining curling ice for provincial, national and/or international championships
  4. Operational plan for installation and maintenance of excellent curling ice
  5. Standards and training for ice attendants
  6. Weekly time commitment required for optimal ice conditions
  7. Plan for special events
  8. Cost to be charged to the KCC for the work in the proposal.

Proposals will be evaluated on the basis of both costs to be incurred by the KCC and the proposed delivery of services. A contract for services may be offered to the candidate who delivers the proposal that best meets the needs of the KCC both in Ice Services and costs. A more detailed job description is available upon request.

Please submit proposal to:

The Ice Committee
Kamloops Curling Club
700 Victoria Street
Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2B6
Email: moc.bulcgnilrucspoolmaknull@aluap

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Job posting

The Fairview Curling Club located in northwest Alberta is seeking applicants for position of Ice Technician and/or Club Manager.

The Fairview Curling club has four sheets of ice; leagues operate Monday through Thursday with a second draw on three of those evenings.  We have a membership of approximately 230 curlers.  We host six full weekend bonspiels and/or events; as well as five one day bonspiels throughout the season.  There are daytime programs with school children, a Sturling league and after school Junior Programs.

Managerial Overview:

Supervising, conducting and maintaining the business affairs of the Club:

  • Marketing and Communication – Maintaining an active membership database, inform members by email, updating the club website, weekly newspaper column and monthly newsletters
  • Bonspiel/Special Event Management – Plan for banquets and events held in the Club
  • Finance and Administration – Basic accounting and bookkeeping skills a requirement.  Daily processing of all sales, payment of invoices, tracking receivables and reporting to the Club’s Bookkeeper.
  • Membership Service – Deal with members’ questions or concerns effectively  and in a timely manner
  • Work cooperatively and in conjunction with the Board of Directors
  • Supervision of Club staff
  • Coordinate league play and bonspiel draws

General Ice Technician Duties:

Primary areas of responsibility:

  • Ice Installation (if you have your own equipment)
  • Daily ice maintenance
  • Resurfacing as necessary
  • Dealing with curlers concerns
  • Maintain facility cleanliness
  • Removal of ice and proper storage of rocks
  • Keep maintenance records

This position is seasonal and commences in October through April 15th annually.

There is a possibility of a golf course grounds crew position at the Fairview Golf Club.

We operate as two separate entities; but the two positions may provide for an annual employment opportunity.

Level I Ice Tech is preferred, but training can be provided to the successful candidate.

The Fairview Curling Club is a community oriented facility committed to promoting and providing affordable recreational opportunities for all people in and around the Fairview community.  Through sport we welcome all ages and skill levels in a fun filled, family environment where lifelong friendships are created.

If you are interested in growing and promoting our Club, please submit your resume, references and a cover letter stating your salary expectations to moc.liamtohnull@legeibc.  For additional information or clarification, you may contact Cheryl Biegel at 780-835-5293.  Closing date May 31, 2013.

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Job Posting

The Oliver Curling Club requires a full-time ice technician/custodian for the 2013/2014 season, September 15 – March 31.  The applicant will be responsible for the ice from startup to shut down as well as the cleaning and maintenance of the building.  A Level 2 or better CCA Ice Technician Certificate would be an asset but not a requirement and previous experience would be preferred.

Oliver is a rural community of 6000 town residents and 2000 rural residents. Oliver, the Wine Capital of Canada, is situated 35 kilometers south of Penticton in the sunny Okanagan.

The club has 130 active members.  We have four sheets of ice with league play Monday to Friday as well as weekend bonspiels and other off-ice events throughout the season.

Our up-to-date ice plant is geothermal, and all the basic equipment is in place to make high quality ice.

Deadline for applications is June 30, 2013.

Please submit your resume including references and cover letter with salary expectations to either: ac.anosrepnull@rolehctabdp or Pat Batchelor, Box 1648, Oliver, BC., V0H 1T0.

For further information call Pat @ 250 498 2789.

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Rocks wanted

Randy Koufalif is hoping to locate junior rocks for a homemade ice rink. If your club has some that they want to get rid of, please contact him at moc.dorpkrnull@ydnar or via 604-220-6623. He doesn’t need a full set.

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Junior curling coaches wanted

The Port Moody Junior Curling Program is expanding and they need your help.

Organizers are looking for coaching support for youth between the ages of 8 and 19.

The centre is looking for people with curling experience to work with their head coach on Saturdays during their recreational programs.

In addition, all four competitive teams need dedicated coaches. Competitive games are played on Sundays, mostly in Cloverdale or Langley. Weekly time commitment is as little as two hours, up to 10 hours.

If you are interested in encouraging a new generation of curlers and want more information including the recreation or competitive schedules, contact the program by email at: ac.gnilrucydoomtropnull@sroinuj or moc.liamgnull@hcaocydoomtrop.

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