Permanent, Full-Time

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The District of West Vancouver’s Transit Department has an immediate opening for a Permanent Full-Time Transit Supervisor.

Reporting to the Manager, Training, Safety & Compliance, the Transit Supervisor acts as a front-line supervisory contact for Transit Operators in the Transit system in the field and supports administrative and operational functions in the office. Duties will include:

• Ensuring that the Transit system provides effective, safe and reliable services to the public;
• Providing support, assistance and instruction to Transit Operators, as required;
• Supervising Transit Operators, including participating in interviewing and conducting driving tests;
• Formulating, recommending and advising on department operational practices and procedures, and rules and regulations;
• Directing operational tasks and activities for Transit Operators out on the roads;
• Supporting drivers at high-volume locations, by assisting passengers and defusing and resolving on-site issues;
• Responding to public complaints;
• Assisting with accident investigations;
• Performing administrative duties, including creating reports, maintaining records to assist with training and guidance, and drafting communications regarding service changes and disruptions;
• Liaising with other District departments and outside agencies; and,
• Performing other duties as required.

The successful candidate will have experience in the Transit industry and the ability to supervise and lead a team of Transit Operators. The position requires demonstrated knowledge of a transit organization. Completion of a Grade 12 High School Diploma, supplemented by courses related to the work and supervisory experience in the Transit industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is a requirement of the position. The successful candidate will possess advanced computer skills and knowledge of MS Office as well as strong interpersonal skills, including coaching, communication, and conflict resolution.

Additional requirements for the position include a valid Class 2 Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement for the Province of British Columbia.

The successful candidate will be required to provide an acceptable driver’s abstract, a police information check, and copies of relevant credentials. To ensure your application is complete, please email your Driver’s Abstract to careers@westvancouver.ca. You can obtain your Driver’s Abstract by contacting ICBC at 604-661-2255 or by submitting a request online at https://onlinebusiness.icbc.com/clio/. Applications without a Driver’s Abstract submission will not be considered for further steps in the recruitment process.

Position Status:

Union (ATU) – Permanent, Full-Time

Hours of Work:

40 hours per week

Hours and days of work may vary

Salary:

$52.84 per hour

Closing Date:

11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, December 10, 2025

To Apply:

Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at www.westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position. Please note that all candidates must apply through the Career Portal; we do not accept resumes via email or hard copy.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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If you have any questions please contact us at careers@westvancouver.ca