Recreation & Facilities Manager

District of Vanderhoof

Recreation & Facilities Manager

Vanderhoof is a friendly and welcoming rural community located in the geographical centre of British Columbia and is at the “Heart of it All” when it comes to lifestyle and employment opportunities. With a population base of roughly 4,500, and serving a larger area of nearly 10,000, Vanderhoof is an active community with great indoor/outdoor recreation facilities and trails. Vanderhoof is situated along Highway 16 (Yellowhead Highway), and located an hour west of Prince George, BC.

The District of Vanderhoof is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Recreation & Facilities Manager to join our leadership team. Reporting to the Director of Public Works & Engineering, the Recreation & Facilities Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing the operation, maintenance, repair, and regulatory compliance of the District's recreation facilities, parks, public buildings, and related infrastructure. The position provides leadership to unionized staff, manages departmental budgets and resources, ensures compliance with occupational health and safety requirements, and supports the delivery of safe, efficient, and accessible recreation and facility services.

The Recreation & Facilities Manager is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Vanderhoof Arena, parks, playgrounds, trails, campground, cemetery beautification, public open spaces, and District-owned buildings, including (but not limited to) the Aquatic Centre, Library, Courthouse, Museum site and buildings, and other municipal facilities. The position also oversees facility maintenance programs, service contracts, recreation bookings, asset management, and capital planning.

This exempt position offers a 2026 salary range of $100,078 to $121,271, based on a 40-hour work week, and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply
For a full description of the position or to apply please submit your resume and driver’s abstract to , by Friday, July 24, 2026 at 4:30pm . The District is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We invite all qualified candidates to apply.

We want to thank all applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.