Manager of Community Services - Sechelt, Canada - The District of Sechelt

The District of Sechelt

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Sechelt, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

DISTRICT OF SECHELT
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Nature of the Position

The District of Sechelt is looking for a dedicated, passionate, and skilled applicant for the newly created position of Manager of Community Services.

Under the direction of the Director of Corporate and Community Services, the Manager will be responsible for the leadership of the Community Services department.

This dynamic role will supervise the Parks Foreman, Arts and Culture Coordinator, and the Community Services Coordinator.

The objective of this new role is to provide collaborative parks programming and planning with the coordination and empowerment of the employees within the department, while ensuring the efficiencies of the varying fields of work.

Essential Competencies

Planning, coordinating priorities and setting timelines related to current work plans
Consideration of District parks, green spaces and urban forests to assist in long term planning and contribution to the Parks and Open Space Master Plan
Liaising with community user groups, organizations, and the public
Developing and managing budgets
Ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence, tact and, diplomacy
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a teamoriented environment
Skilled in assessment and management of multiple competing priorities, assignments, and tasks
Knowledge and skills to evaluate departmental performance through quarterly reporting as well as performance, people management
Ability to manage operational and capital projects, ensuring completion according to plans and budgetary restrictions

Preferred Competencies

Postsecondary education (degree or diploma) related to parks, recreation, and/or arts and culture
A minimum of five years' related experience, including demonstrated supervisory experience
Knowledge of municipal bylaws and policies a they relate to the Community Services department
Ability to exercise independent judgement while working toward departmental objectives
Strong interpersonal, communication and team building skills
Horticulture, arboriculture, and field management or landscape architecture education and/or experience
Knowledge of the cultural needs, interests, resources, and requirements of the community
Experience with facility and event management
Experience in public speaking, specifically related to report presentation to elected officials ex. Mayor and Council

Working Conditions
This is an exempt position with a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package is available.

Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday; however, flexibility is required to work evenings and weekends when necessary.

The District supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights Code of B.C.

Applications

The District supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights Code of B.C