Asset Management Specialist

**Who Are We?**

The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority’s (UTRCA) mission statement is Inspiring a Healthy Environment. The 17 municipalities within the Upper Thames River watershed appoint representatives to the UTRCA’s Board of Directors who represent the local urban and rural communities, deciding policies and programs that will lead to a healthy watershed. Our programs and services focus on five key areas:

- Protecting people and property and supporting safe development;
- Delivering landowner stewardship;
- Providing natural spaces and recreational opportunities;
- Making science-based decisions;
- Empowering communities and youth.

The Upper Thames River watershed encompasses an area of 3,421 square kilometers and is mainly rural but includes the urban centres of London, Stratford, and Woodstock. The UTRCA serves a total population of approximately 539,500 residents.

UTRCA Conservation Areas provide outdoor recreational opportunities that aim to educate and promote conservation messages to a large audience in an effort to improve the watershed’s natural environment

**Who Are You?**

As a member of the UTRCA team you will contribute to the mission of Inspiring a Healthy Environment through your skill and expertise, but also through your passion for the environment and calling to support change and make an impact. You will collaborate with like-minded colleagues to facilitate innovative approaches to the work you do in a supportive, friendly, and connected environment. The UTRCA embraces togetherness - you’ll know your colleagues, have a great time working together, and feel like you belong here. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you

**Summary**

The Asset Management Specialist reports to the Manager of Community and Corporate Services and is responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing evaluation, monitoring and maintenance of the UTRCA’s asset management program consistent with UTRCA policies and procedures and in accordance with the goals and objectives of the UTRCA’s Strategic Plan and regulatory responsibilities.

This position will be responsible for the delivery of the UTRCA asset management program and the coordination of the area leads and specific asset managers.

**Education**
- A degree or college diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution (university or College) in Engineering, Certified Engineering Technologist, Business Administration / Management, or Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline.
- Preference will be given to individuals with Certified Asset Management Professional designation (CAMP) or Chartered Professional Accountant designation (CPA) with asset management experience.
- Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence is required.

**Experience**
- A minimum of three (3) years of professional asset management working experience.
- Experience with the development of strategy and preparation of policies and procedures is required.
- Ability to work with and develop relationships with key stakeholders in the industry
- Organized and detail-oriented.
- Well-developed problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.

**Compensation and Other Information**
- Grade 8: $43.06 to $52.40 per hour;
- Full time, 35 hours per week;
- Comprehensive Group Benefits, Pension Plan (OMERS) and Vacation package;
- Free access to UTRCA Conservation Areas (Fanshawe, Pittock and Wildwood);
- Start Date: As soon as possible.

**Application Information**

Mail: 1424 Clarke Road, London, ON, N5V 5B9
- Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the _Conservation Authorities Act _R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27, s. 18 (1) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to: General Manager, Upper Thames River Conservation Authority, 1424 Clarke Road, London, ON N5V 5B9, 519-451-2800.