Job Title: Director, Parks, Recreation & Culture
Work Hours: Normal hours of work are thirty-five (35) hours per week, usually Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one (1) hour unpaid meal break. Flexibility in scheduling is necessary with the requirement to attend to functions outside of normal work hours including Council/Committee meetings, respond to urgent matters, change shifts to work evenings or weekends to accommodate high volume periods or customer-service initiatives, or to work overtime as needed.
Wage: $135,499.00 to $164,637.20 ($74.45 to $90.46 per hour)
Anticipated Start Date: June 2024

Applications will be accepted until April 29, 2024
Location: Collingwood, ON

This position may be considered appropriate for a hybrid work model (a combination of on-site and remote work) per Employer policy.

Job Description As the Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture (PRC), you'll be at the forefront of shaping our community's well-being. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, you will oversee community arts and events, promote active living and inclusivity, protect our heritage assets, including our museum, and manage amazing facilities like our arenas, pool, parks, marina, and trails. As part of the management process, you'll drive growth planning for these services and manage development projects, including adherence to PRC-related conditions within Planning Act approvals.

You will also be responsible for leading a forward-thinking Service Area that recognizes the power of outdoor spaces, recreation, culture, diversity, and inclusion to create a vibrant and healthy community. Cultivating partnerships is key – you'll work closely with internal stakeholders, partners, nonprofit organizations, and interest groups to deliver programs and services that meet our Town's evolving needs. Additionally, you will have significant involvement in exciting projects like our new regional Arts Centre, a multi-use recreation facility, and the expansion of our marina.

Qualifications: Director, Parks, Recreation & Culture
Job #: 2024-25

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Division: Parks, Recreation & Culture

Skills and Experience
● Deep understanding of parks and facilities construction, maintenance, program design, marketing, provincial grants, relevant legislation, community development, and local government functions.

● Experience with cultural events, event planning, marketing, and business planning for events.

● Proven success in leading motivated teams towards corporate goals and objectives

● Volunteer management experience.

● Superb administrative, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, organizational, time management, analytical, problem-solving, and public relations skills.

● Ability to multitask, handle interruptions, meet deadlines, and exercise discretion with confidential information. High initiative and integrity are essential.

● Proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office, and standard office equipment.

● Familiarity with recreation software (e.g., PerfectMind) and database management.

Qualifications
● Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Sports Administration, or a related discipline.

● Certified Recreation Facilities Professional designation, Masters Certificate in Municipal Leadership, Canadian Parks and Recreation Professional Development Certificate, and/or Parks and Recreation Management Certificate are each desirable and preferred assets.

● Ten (10) years of progressive management experience in a culture, parks, and/or recreation environment. Municipal experience is preferred.

● Valid Class "G" driver's license with a satisfactory Driver's Abstract. Ability and willingness to travel within the community.

● Current Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) with results satisfactory to the employer.

● Valid standard first aid & CPR/AED Level C certification (or willingness to obtain).

To review the full job description and learn how to apply, please visit the Town of Collingwood website:

Employer: Town of Collingwood

How to Apply:
Date Posted: April 9, 2024 Posting Expires: April 29, 2024

*This posting has been provided by an external Employer.

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