About Us

Surrey Orcas Water Polo Club is one of British Columbia’s largest and fastest-growing water polo clubs, with over $1M in annual operations. We are proud to be guided by a strong, female-led board and supported by an experienced coaching team led by Vladimir Ushakov, a former Olympian. Our club fosters a positive, inclusive, and athlete-centered culture. We offer programming for all levels—from grassroots to high-performance—and align with Water Polo Canada’s LTDSPA (Long-Term Development in Sport and Physical Activity) model to support long-term athlete development and enjoyment.

The Opportunity

The General Manager (GM) plays a key leadership role in overseeing day-to-day operations and advancing the club’s strategic goals. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the GM works closely with the Head Coach, Club President, and staff to ensure smooth program delivery, effective communication, and strong community engagement. This is a dynamic role that blends operations, planning, and relationship management in a mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage club operations, finances, and strategic initiatives in collaboration with the Board
  
  

• Support coach hiring, onboarding, development, and performance evaluation
  
  

• Oversee logistics for travel, competition schedules, and special events
  
  

• Promote athlete development pathways, including NCAA and Team Canada opportunities
  
  

• Manage internal and external communications (website, email, newsletters, social media)
  
  

• Build and maintain strong relationships with athletes, families, volunteers, and community partners
  
  

• Represent the club in communications with Water Polo West and Water Polo Canada to advocate for quality programming and equity across the sport
  
  

• Ensure compliance with all club policies and uphold Safe Sport and athlete safety standards
  
  

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in sport, non-profit, or club management
  
  

• Excellent organizational, budgeting, and interpersonal communication skills
  
  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, and work independently
  
  

• Familiarity with Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) and Safe Sport principles
  
  

• Experience in aquatics or high-performance sport is an asset
  
  

• Comfortable using Google Workspace; basic website and social media management experience preferred
  
  

Position Details

• Hours: 30 hours/week (August–June); 15 hours/week (July)
  
  

• Flexibility: Mostly remote, with in-person attendance required for monthly events or meetings
  
  

• Optional Coaching: Coaching hours may be added for qualified candidates to create a full-time role
  
  

• Compensation: $45,000–$60,000 annually, based on experience and total hours worked (equivalent to $29–$40/hour)
  
  

• Benefits:
  
  

• Up to $150/month reimbursement for extended health care coverage
  
  

• Ongoing professional development support and access to sport-specific training opportunities
  
  

How to Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to by July 4, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.