Manager of Parks and Public Works
$107.84k per yearCity of Nelson
Manager of Parks and Public Works
Competition #26EX58
As the Manager of Parks and Public Works , you will lead a diverse, multifaceted team to deliver essential municipal services that keep Nelson clean, safe, and welcoming for residents and visitors. Through strategic oversight of parks, public spaces, roads, and infrastructure, you will drive high-quality service delivery, ensure the year-round safety and maintenance of public assets, and advance waste reduction and sustainability initiatives. By fostering a productive, safety-focused workforce and coordinating capital projects and operations, you will play a key role in enhancing community experience and ensuring Nelson remains a beautiful, sustainable, and thriving municipality.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Grade 12 graduation or GED (General Equivalency Diploma).
- Degree or diploma from a recognized college or institution with an emphasis on Local Government Administration, OR a Local Government Administration Certificate
- Extensive experience in the management/supervision of parks and public works
- Experience providing supervision in a Unionized environment
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal operations.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to effectively manage diverse crews, coordinate complex operations, and deliver results in a dynamic municipal environment. They demonstrate sound knowledge of municipal infrastructure, maintenance practices, and budget management, paired with well-developed problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Success in this role requires the ability to foster a safe, accountable, and high-performing team culture, navigate a unionized environment with professionalism and fairness, and build positive relationships with staff, elected officials, and the public. Strong administrative capabilities, including report writing, policy development, and strategic planning, are essential to support effective service delivery and continuous improvement.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Regular FT
COMPENSATION: $107,839.47 - $119,821.63
LOCATION: On-Site
WORK DAYS: Monday - Friday
HOURS: 7:00 AM - 3:15 PM
WHAT WE OFFER
- Extended Health and Dental benefits
- Long Term Disability
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Earned Day off Program
- Remote Work Program
For more information and how to apply, please visit nelson.ca/jobs .
Submit your resume and cover letter to ***email_hidden*** no later than July 3, at 4:00 PM, citing the position name and number
Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 5 years or more
Vacancy posted 6 hours ago
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