Manager, Recreation Facilities

4 months ago

Kingston, Canada City of Kingston Full time

**Opening Statement**

The City of Kingston is grateful to experience the traditional territories of Anishinabek (Ah
- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat). Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.

As staff, you play a pivotal role in enhancing people's lives by delivering exceptional, customer-centered services of the highest quality. Within our highly ethical environment, you'll embrace accountability by consistently going above and beyond, actively listening to our customers, creatively addressing their needs, and maintaining unwavering respect for all individuals you serve. As a result, you'll become an integral part of our qualified and dynamic team, recognized for its compassion, excellence, integrity, inclusivity, and adaptability.

**Position Summary**

Reporting to the Director, Recreation and Leisure Services, the Manager, Recreation Facilities is responsible for the management and supervision of recreational facility operations and infrastructure projects including arenas, marinas, pools, community centres, Slush Puppie Place (Large Venue Entertainment Centre) and other recreation amenities.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Support strategic planning, budget development, staff development and be responsive to future operation and capital needs.

Lead, promote, model, and support a culture of health, safety, well-being, and respect. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, in particular the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Engage team members in developing and committing to action plans that target specific competencies, skills, or knowledge related to performance improvement or to prepare for success in new responsibilities.

Manage direct reports by assigning work, setting schedules, resolving problems, and identifying appropriate individual goals aligned with individual capabilities, work requirements, and the corporation’s vision and strategic plans.

Coordinate and conduct public engagement initiatives to develop policies, procedures and service standards that meet the needs of the customers and the corporation.

Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications, Competencies**

Degree or Diploma in Facilities Management, Recreation Leadership, Sports Administration/Management, or a related field

5 years of management experience in multi-purpose recreation facilities

Basic Refrigeration

Certified Pool Operator (CPO)

**Skills, Abilities, Work Demands**

Ability to anticipate, understand and respond to the needs of internal and external customers

Strong public engagement and customer experience skills

Knowledge of facility operations and practices

Excellent problem solving, conflict resolution, and mediation skills

Ability to liaise with and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders such as all levels of government, community services, residents, and staff

Highly developed analytical and research skills with the ability to formulate solutions to complex issues

Superior project management skills with the ability to plan, manage, and execute small and large capital projects through all phases

Ability to think strategically and deliver results

Ability to manage financial, human, and physical resources

Ability to plan and oversee large scale operational and capital budgets

Ability to create effective annual maintenance plans for all recreation facilities and to lead a supervisory team during the implementation process

Strong leadership and team building skills, with the ability to prioritize, mentor and manage a team

Ability to lead and motivate staff and provide guidance on strategic, operational, and technical matters

Working knowledge of municipal, provincial, and federal government acts and legislation, including occupational health and safety, employment standards, human rights act, collective agreements, and municipal by-laws

Strong knowledge of procurement practices and processes

Ability to exercise good judgment and initiative and work collaboratively with others

Strong computer skills including MS Office

Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines

Ability to work outside regular business hours as required

Valid class “G” driver’s license

Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check

**Closing Statement**

Your resumé must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

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