City looks to add to its employment pool; with new posting for Recreation Facilities Manager

Keeping an eye of the range of facilities operated by the City of Prince Rupert's Recreation Department makes for the latest of Job Opportunities offered out of City Hall this month, with the new employment posting recently appearing on the Jobs posted spot on the Civic website.

The Recreation Manager - Facilities position, which is a Union exempt job opportunity was posted today, with the successful candidate to report to the Director of Recreation and Community Services.

In their pitch for candidates, the city points to the beauty of natural elements found in the community, with a nod towards their view of affordable housing, bustling waterfront and heritage buildings as part of the travelogue portion of the job sheet.

As for the candidates they are seeking, the City is on the quest for what they call a "change leader" with a high degree of initiative.

The candidate will be able to adapt to new and different situations that arise when leading teams and projects.

The City goes on to note that the role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, a proven ability to effectively manage budgets, teams and projects, and an acute understanding of recreational facility operations and safety practices.

The Position also lists a range of tasks for would be applicants to consider as they work on their resumes:

Work closely with the Management team, coordinate all capital projects as part of the annual capital project plan

Administer and monitor the facility management software system

Develop and implement preventative maintenance and loss prevention strategies to ensure the maximum possible longevity of the Recreation Complex

Develop and implement an asset management program for designated facilities

Working with the Director, prepare and present budgets, resource allocation, and work processes

Ensure the health and safety of all workers and actively participate in the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee as a management representative.

The full scope of the City's call for applicants can be viewed below:

Those interested in the position can submit their cover letter, resume and salary expectations to David Geronazzo, Director of Recreation and Community Services, City of Prince Rupert.

The submissions for consideration should be addressed to the City of Prince Rupert, 100 McBride Street, Prince Rupert, V8J 3H2

The deadline for applications is October 25th at 4PM

Some of those Civic Facilities that will be watched over have had some upgrades in recent months, you can explore some of the previous work done on the Recreation Centre  below:

Everyone back in the pool  ... Earl Mah Aquatic Centre reopens August 8th
Just like that! The shiny bauble of yesterday can become the discarded toy for tomorrow ... ask the Recreation Department
Youth the priority for new Recreation policy on facility and field use
Prince Rupert Council to hear report on Recreation space allocation
City set to make changes to disinfection system at Earl Mah Aquatic Centre
Recreation Centre Boiler replacement project reaches Request for Bids Stage
City seeks bids on replacement of surveillance equipment for Recreation Centre
City Council approves funding for SPCA, along with leases for Curling Club, Racquet Centre
Council approves quest for grant funding for range of projects and proposals


The Recreation Centre has seen a few job postings in recent months, the most recent a pair of job opportunities at the Earl Mah Aquatic Centre.

For a look at some previous City of Prince Rupert Employment notes see our archive page here.

Cross posted from the North Coast Review.