As Alberta's 'Botanical Arts City', St. Albert is a community renowned for its botanical arts, its commitment to a green lifestyle and the cultivation of activities that provide for a well-rounded quality of life. Our employees provide over 63,000 residents with high-quality programs and services and are proud to contribute to making St. Albert the #1 place to live in Canada.
The City of St. Albert is seeking an experienced, innovative and motivated individual to assume the position of Manager of Operations in our Public Works Department. As the Manager of Operations you will be responsible for planning and development of short and long term sustainable operational procedures and practices as they relate to areas including roads & sidewalks maintenance, cemetery operations and snow removal practices. You will guide and direct a team of approximately 60 employees, with a focus on ensuring the continued positive customer service orientation of the branch is maintained. This role is responsible to prepare, track and monitor branch operating and capital budgets, contracted services, maintenance expenditures and projects. You will also ensure compliance of legislative requirements and the promotion of safe work practices and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A breadth of knowledge combined with several years of practical experience is required. Preferred candidates will hold a diploma in the areas of Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering.
- Level 3 Public Works Supervisor Certification would be an asset.
- Candidates should have extensive knowledge and experience (5+ years) in operation and maintenance of public works infrastructure, budget, staff management, and policy development.
- Experience in construction, project management, and risk management are definite assets.
- Must possess a high level of interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with other departments, residents, industry representatives and their team.
- Strong computer skills and proficiency using MS Office, GIS, AVL and an operations management software (e.g. Hansen).
COMPENSATION
$91,791 - $111,677 per annum. In addition the City of St. Albert offers a comprehensive benefit package including a pension plan.
HOURS OF WORK
We offer a compressed work schedule of 72 hours bi-weekly (Monday - Friday, 8:00 – 5:00 with a regular day off every two weeks).
The successful applicant will be required to obtain a satisfactory police information check.
We invite qualified applicants to submit their cover letter and resume via the City of St. Albert Employment website.
CLOSING DATE
November 16, 2014
We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted
City of Saint-Albert
5 St. Anne Street
Saint-Albert, Alberta
Canada T8N 3Z9
