Project Manager for Continuous Improvement

3 weeks ago


Langley, Canada Make a Future - BC Public Schools Full time

School District No. 35 (Langley)

Project Manager for Continuous Improvement (Exempt)

Continuing, Full-Time Position

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of students? Are you passionate about using your knowledge, skills, and influence to deliver strategic projects for a fast-growing organization? School District No. 35 (Langley) is looking for a talented Project Manager for Continuous Improvement (Exempt) to join the District’s existing team of leaders who work collaboratively to maintain a healthy, safe, and positive learning environment for all students and staff.

**The opportunity**:
Reporting to the Chief Technology & Information Officer, the Project Manager role is responsible for providing leadership to a growing “community of problem solvers” and oversees the work of the Project Manager - Business Applications Solutions. This position requires a solid track record of managing projects and leading teams of managers and front-line staff. As one of the top-3 fastest growing school districts in the province over recent years, this is an exciting time to join Langley The Project Manager will help facilitate that growth by evaluating our business processes and uncovering areas for improvement. This position leads various groups to be able to identify issues and to problem solve, leading to decisions and/or action plans that deliver solutions. Through this work, the Project Manager will be executing projects that have a direct impact on students, staff, and the community, and will leave a legacy for future generations.

**Who we are**:
The Langley School District is situated on the traditional unceded territories of the Matsqui, Kwantlen, Katzie, and Semiahmoo First Nations. We are an innovative, inspiring, and unified learning community committed to our Core Values: Integrity, Courage, Excellence, and Community. Our District mission is to inspire all learners to reach their full potential and to create a positive legacy for the future. This mission is demonstrated both in and out of the classroom. We offer a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students and staff in thirty-one elementary, 5 middle, and 9 Secondary schools which are home to over 24,000 students. Our District celebrates diversity and fosters a nurturing and inclusive culture. We care deeply about our students and staff, and prioritize health, safety, and mental wellness through various initiatives in the District.

**The Information Technology Services Team**:
We take pride in the projects and solutions we deliver, that promote sustainability and improve the working environment where our students and employees grow and thrive. The Team is a hands-on, collaborative group that is passionate about their work, and has the experience to get the job done.

**What you bring**:
Degree, diploma and/or professional designation in a related field. Five (5) to seven (7) years’ recent, related experience in a large, complex unionized environment. Experience in the public education sector would be an asset.
Demonstrated ability to manage project teams to the successful implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
Displays a strong understanding of the need for interrelationships between people, processes and enabling technologies as contributors to the District’s performance.
Proven leadership, team building, and coaching abilities are essential to provide strong leadership for the District in the area of change management and organizational development.
Strong organizational skills, excellent problem-solving skills, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
Experience in managing IT related projects including SharePoint/Azure storage.
Experience deploying and/or improving the business flow in PowerSchool is an asset.
Training in LEAN continuous improvement, Six Sigma and/or other relevant process improvement best practices. Ability to reconcile differing perspectives, develop consensus, and secure cooperation and support from stakeholders, and to resolve conflicts within the project team or stakeholders in the most advantageous manner.

To fulfill the duties successfully, this role has the benefit of:
A comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health & dental, and municipal pension plan.
Career growth with employer-paid Pro-D training and leadership development opportunities.
Health & Wellness supports through our Health & Wellness Support Program, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.



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