PURPOSE OF JOB 

• Responsible for the overall direction, management and administration of the Parks and Recreation Department, facilities and cultural services.
• Assesses the Town’s needs for parks and recreation services to ensure that existing and future needs are maintained, as approved by Council.
• Direct and oversee the activities and operations of the Parks and Recreation Department employees, ensuring the delivery of high-quality maintenance and service standards for all parks and facilities managed by the department.
• Establish work schedules, allocate resources, and provide technical guidance to maintain optimal functionality and safety of facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED 

• University Degree or College Diploma in Recreation Management, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field, or acceptable equivalent.
• High level of competence in professional development of staff.
• Leadership skills and solid understanding of departmental operations.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and evaluate departmental effectiveness.
• Strong coordination and review skills for departmental reports.
• Technical guidance and resource allocation in maintaining facilities.
• Effective communication skills in both official languages (French/English) preferred.
• Experience in developing, approving, and implementing short-term and long-term departmental plans. 

SALARY:

The salary is established according to classification 13 of the Salary Administration Program and the level of qualifications and experience, which is between $93 000 and $116 251 annually. A complete fringe benefits program, including an OMERS pension plan, is offered. 

For a detailed job description, consult the Town’s website: www.hearst.ca  

Interested candidates must submit their application before 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 3rd, 2025, to the following address or by email: 

Éric Picard, Chief Administrative Officer
Corporation of the Town of Hearst
925 Alexandra Street
Postal Bag 5 000
Hearst, Ontario   P0L 1N0
townofhearst@hearst.ca 

The Corporation of the Town of Hearst is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact the person named above for any accommodation request.