Manager, Recreation Services - Regional District of Nanaimo
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137,708 to 153,021 per year
Job Description
Organizational Profile
The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is located on the beautiful central east coast of Vancouver Island, incorporating the municipalities of Nanaimo, Lantzville, Parksville, and Qualicum Beach, and seven unincorporated electoral areas that lie between Cassidy to the south and Bowser to the north. The RDN is situated within the traditional territories of several First Nations, including Snuneymuxw, Snaw-Naw-As and Qualicum First Nations and recognizes their rich cultural heritage. The RDN benefits from inclusive First Nations governance with strong collaboration at all levels in addressing important and pressing issues.
The region is home to approximately 170,000 people and is growing at a very rapid pace. Growth is due in part to a mild coastal climate, diverse ecosystems, and landscapes from the Salish Sea to rugged mountains, easy access to a range of outdoor recreation, and a high quality of life. In addition, their citizens and communities are healthier with quality healthcare facilities and services, improved socioeconomic equity and attainable housing.
About the Role
Reporting to the General Manager, Recreation and Parks, the Manager, Recreation Services is responsible for the planning, coordination and provision of recreation services, and the operation and maintenance of recreation facilities in District 69 (Oceanside), and in the southern electoral areas of the Regional District. Based out of the RDN Recreation and Parks department o^ice in Parksville, BC, this role coordinates and/or provides recommendations to the Board, and Recreation Service Advisory Committees.
This is an incredible opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Recreation Services professional to foster vibrant community spaces and recreation services at the Regional District of Nanaimo. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership and strategic planning skills and a commitment to enhancing public programs. The successful candidate will hold an undergraduate degree in recreation administration or related program; with six (6) years related experience in a local or regional government setting and three (3) years in a supervisory capacity. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The salary range for this position is $137,708 to $153,021 annually and is supplemented by a competitive total compensation plan.
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Harbour West Consulting believes equity, diversity and inclusion are essential for the organizations we serve to achieve the business goals they strive for. We believe that everyone – no matter their gender, racialized identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, political beliefs, family status, socioeconomic status, citizenship status, or Indigenous status – should have equitable access to jobs and opportunities. We strive to ensure the recruitment process unfolds in a fair, transparent, timely and open manner to include individuals previously underrepresented or discouraged from participating.
Should you be interested in learning more about this unique opportunity with the Regional District of Nanaimo, please contact Harbour West Consulting at 604-998-4032 or forward your resume, a letter of introduction and the names and contact information for three references, in confidence, to info@hwest.ca.
Application closing date is 2024-11-16
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