Manager Parks

Saint John's - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our City Our Future

St. Johns is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. Johns is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff more than 1200 strong who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. Johns and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality we want you to help us make St. Johns a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity

The City is seeking a Manager of Parks reporting to the Deputy City Manager Public Works. This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Citys parks playgrounds sports fields trails and open spaces. This role is key to enhancing the quality of life for residents by ensuring safe accessible and sustainable outdoor environments.

Accountabilities

Develop monitor and manage the Divisions operational and capital budgets.
Monitor and ensure the proper functioning maintenance and security of assigned equipment parks playgrounds sports facilities and open spaces.
Provide subject matter expertise information and advice to Council peers and the public.
Participate in various internal and external committees to provide input guidance and recommendations as required.
Review and provide commentary on residential commercial and open space development plans to ensure compliance with City policy.

The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

University degree in Engineering Environmental Science Parks Management Business Administration Public Administration or a closely related field.
Five years of progressive management/supervisory experience in public works operations and maintenance.
Strong leadership communication and project-management skills.
Ability to prioritize handle multiple tasks work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of municipal operations budgeting and asset management.
Customer-service orientation and community engagement mindset.
Knowledge of horticulture arboriculture playground and sport field maintenance snow clearing and health and safety standards.
Commitment to health & safety environmental stewardship and quality service delivery.
Ability to build strong relationships at all levels.
Valid drivers license and ability to work flexible hours as needed.

We value experience but we also recognize that skills come from many places. If you have a combination of education and experience that fits this role we encourage you to apply.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. Johns does not accept applications in person by email fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.

This City of St. Johns is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the communitys diversity.

Required Experience:

Manager