Director, River Valley and Horticultural Facilities

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Lead a multi-million dollar portfolio and a large workforce responsible for the daily experience of thousands of Edmontonians!

The Community Recreation and Culture Branch operates with a facility-focused output model holding responsibility and accountability for all municipal recreation facilities major attractions river valley attractions civic events and partnerships cemeteries golf courses community recreation and sport centres arenas and leisure centers.

Reporting to the Branch Manager of Community Recreation and Culture the Director will have comprehensive responsibility for the strategic leadership of a large and diverse municipal portfolio which may adjust based on evolving Branch priorities. The Director will provide strategic and operational oversight for the River Valley Parks and Facilities ensuring the animation of these spaces managing seasonal amenities and supporting hundreds of community events. This role will also serve as the Onsite Director for the Muttart Conservatory and provide strategic leadership for the municipal Golf Courses and driving range. Additionally the Director will guide the overall strategic direction for Cemetery Sales and operations across 7 municipal cemeteries. This position focuses on determining the overall strategic direction for all lines of business including operations programs events and partner/vendor services. This senior position manages a substantial financial portfolio and leads a large workforce with accountability for the areas strategic planning emergency preparedness safety programs and operational oversight while contributing essential expertise to all capital development and master planning initiatives.

What will you do

• Inspire and empower team members through effective mentorship clear communication and a commitment to foster a positive and inclusive work environment
• Drive innovation by developing and presenting compelling proposals and action plans for strategic initiatives encompassing process and program evolution optimal staffing and visionary facility planning and development
• Directly negotiate and finalize all facility-based contracts and agreements
• Drive revenue growth and attendance within this portfolio and across the Branch. Provide leadership and direction to the team in creating developing implementing and evaluating strategic initiatives focused on business expansion
• Establish a superior customer service culture and lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive customer service policy standards and training program for all personnel

• Experience knowledge training and/or education in Recreation Administration Parks Management Business Administration Arts Horticulture Science or a related field
• Leadership experience in recreation park management facility management or other related disciplines within a large complex organization
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with park and facility management operations
• Extensive knowledge related to program and event planning and coordination project administration and management
• Experience and previous focus on providing a safe healthy and productive facility environment building systems and operations marketing and communications
• Experience with contract and agreement development evaluations implementation and monitoring
• Direct experience liaising with partner community groups and inter-departmental teams along with knowledge of the community involvement process
• Thorough knowledge of financial management principles financial planning and budget processes
• Combinations of education and experience will be considered

Skills Required for Success:

• Demonstrated leadership abilities to cultivate focus engagement and commitment within diverse and complex environments
• Ability to cultivate strong relationships across diverse teams and partners fostering collaboration trust and mutual respect
• Expertise in professional service delivery and project execution
• Flexibility to navigate shifting priorities maintain resilience and lead inclusively amidst evolving landscapes
• Results-driven approach inclusive of strategy development and performance management
• Proficient negotiation problem-solving and conflict resolution skills for inclusive decision-making
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment and Work Environment:

• 1 permanent full-time position
• Hours of Work: 36.9 hours per week Monday - Friday. This position may require work outside of regular hours and could require occasional evening and weekend availability
• Salary: (Annually) $142206.08 - $177758.62
• Hire is dependent on Criminal Information Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton. There may be a cost associated with this requirement

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.

Recruitment Consultant: JM/SB

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