City of Port Alberni 

Manager of Parks 

The City of Port Alberni is a community of over 18,000 people.  Located centrally on Vancouver Island, we are a well-serviced and growing municipality that offers residents affordable west
 coast living, as well as proximity to oceans, lakes, rivers and mountains.

We are currently looking for a Manager of Parks to join a progressive and dynamic organization that provides a full range of programs and services to taxpayers.  Reporting to the Director of Parks, Recreation and Heritage, this position involves supervisory, project planning and administrative work.

Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for all functions related to maintenance operations, development of new infrastructure, and long-term planning for City parks and green spaces.  Specific responsibilities include:

• Supervisory, technical and administrative duties associated with planning, coordinating and directing maintenance operations, and developing new infrastructure
• Supervising the work of staff; training staff as required
• Planning, coordinating priorities and setting timelines
• Ensuring high standards of effectiveness within the department
• Liaising with community user groups, organizations and the public
• Developing and managing operating and capital budgets

 
Qualifications & Experience:

• Post-secondary education (degree or diploma) in a field related to project management, horticulture, arboriculture, turf management or landscape architecture
• A minimum of 5 years’ related experience, including demonstrated supervisory experience
• Previous project management experience
• Knowledge of municipal policies, bylaws, provincial and federal regulations as they apply to the working environment of parks operations
• Thorough knowledge of occupational health and safety standards and practises
• Demonstrated ability to utilize various computer applications
• Ability to exercise independent judgement while working toward departmental objectives
• Strong interpersonal, communication and team building skills
• Valid unrestricted Class 5 driver’s license for the Province of British Columbia
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered

 
This is an exempt position. A competitive salary is offered in addition to a comprehensive benefit package.  Please note that there is a residency requirement for this position.  Qualified individuals may apply by forwarding a resume and cover letter by 4:30 pm, Friday, February 10, 2023:
 
Attention:  Human Resources
By mail: City of Port Alberni, 4850 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, BC   V9Y 1V8
By email:  humanresources_resumes@portalberni.ca 
 
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.