Director, Recreation - Ottawa, Canada - Carleton University

Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for overseeing facility management, information technology, sponsorship marketing, customer service and game day operations for Carleton's recreation and athletic services and programs.

Qualifications:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

• Knowledge in leadership practices, people management, strategic planning and risk management, policy development, financial management and stakeholder relationship management
• Knowledge of accounting practices and financial management and reporting
• Knowledge of sport and recreation programs, services and facilities
• Knowledge of the relevant legislative environment including health and safety
• Knowledge in lifecycle capital planning and renewal
• Knowledge in major recreation construction projects
• Knowledge in reporting to a Board of Directors and being a key contact with external stakeholders (government entities, sponsors, sport associations etc.,)

Education and Experience:

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:

• Completion of a University degree in business or related.
• Minimum of ten years of previous experience in progressive leadership roles in a recreation setting.

HR Note:

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications.

Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position.

Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements.

Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner.

Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength.

We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to:

women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.