Manager, Recreation Facilities

The City of Beaumont is growing and so is our Community Services Team! Our team is highly collaborative, professional, fun, and passionate about supporting the vision of a growing, vibrant, and spirited community.  Beaumont’s location within the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, provides a variety of rewarding challenges and the opportunity to apply forward-thinking concepts to advance Beaumont’s vision.

The Community Services Department is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to oversee the operation of Beaumont’s recreation facilities. This role is responsible for the effective management of staff, strategic planning, safety, equipment and risk management, budgeting, and enhancing the user experience.

We’re looking for a relationship builder and strategic problem-solver with strong communication and negotiation skills. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of facility operations, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement to ensure the efficient maintenance, continuous improvement, and future readiness of Beaumont’s arenas and recreation spaces. As Manager, Recreation Facilities, you will play a key role in assessing community needs and helping to guide the strategic direction of recreation services in Beaumont.
 
What YOU’RE Responsible for:

• Responsible for shaping the strategic objectives required for the effective operation of the facilities and delivery of services
• Implement policies, procedures, and ensure compliance of operational short and long-term goals with overall city objectives
• Ensure the coordination and successful execution of community recreation, sports events, major events and entertainment that meet contractual obligations and customer service standards
• Prepare, recommend, implement and monitor detailed budgets for the Ken Nichol Regional Recreation Centre, the Beaumont Sport & Recreation Centre, and other recreation facilities
• Manage, train, evaluate and motivate reporting employees in accordance with policies, directives, and ensure relevant procedures are followed to develop a knowledgeable and exceptional team
• Liaise with other Managers and Supervisors to understand necessary aspects and needs of facilities and operational development and ensures they are fully informed of the facility and operational objectives and achievements.
• Ensure recreation facilities are safely operated and maintained, ensuring all standards and codes are met
• Write reports and make presentations to the City Council and other public meetings
• Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with community organizations, employees, contractors, and the general public
• Promote the City’s Health and Safety program and oversee the safety and well-being of staff and patrons

What YOU Bring:

• A Bachelor degree in recreation management, recreation administration, business management, facility management or related discipline
• Five years or more of progressive experience in operations, building maintenance, administration, business planning, and budgeting of recreation facilities.  An equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be directly related may be considered
• Strong proven leadership experience managing teams, leading people through change, and delivering high quality outcomes in dynamic environments
• Knowledgeable of all aspects of general building maintenance with extensive knowledge of construction, safety codes, standards and regulations, maintenance methods, techniques and standards related to facilities.
• Considerable knowledge and experience with contractors and contract management
• Effective liaison and negotiation skills with potentially complex and highly emotive situations
• Previous experience with budget planning, preparation and control of a recreation facility
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required, and experience with a wide range of computer systems and software, including Adobe Acrobat, and other business-related software is considered an asset
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

What WE Offer:

• A salary range of $106,433.60 - $138,902.40 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)
• Employer paid Health and Dental benefits package
• Eligibility to participate in our Earned Day off and Hybrid Work Program
• Health Wellness and Learning Spending Account
• Membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre
• Enrolment in Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
• 35-hour work week (some evening and weekend work may be required)
• And an amazing team to work with!!

If you meet these qualifications, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document by 9:00 AM on June 2, 2025.

The City of Beaumont is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. This means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. Any persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected]

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system. If you have any difficulties, please reach out to our HR department.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo pre-employment screening, including reference checks, education verification, and a criminal record check.