Facility Operator – Archie Simpson Arena
Community Services Department
This is a permanent, full-time position working thirty-five (35) hours per week.
Under the general supervision oversee the operation and maintenance of Municipal facilities and working closely with the Community Board(s) to ensure program initiatives are delivered within the facility.
Qualifications:
• Diploma in Recreation Administration, Business Administration or related discipline is required.
• An equivalent combination of High School Diploma and five (5) years of directly related experience may be considered. Including financial management and Recreation Programming.
• Arena Operator Certificate Levels I, current First Aid and WHMIS.
• Three (3) years of arena/building experience, preferably in either a Community Services or Recreation Facility environments.
• Previous experience working in Aboriginal Communities is a preferred asset.
• Facility operator training an asset.
• Cross-cultural course in understanding the Aboriginal Culture is an asset.
• Must pass an RCMP criminal record check.
• A valid class five (5) Alberta driver’s license is required.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate is required.
• Well-developed organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and the ability to work independently.
• Team player, flexible, reliable.
• Natural ice preparation and facility maintenance.
• Ability to speak Cree or Chipewyan is an asset.
• Proven communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are required.
• Use of a variety of computer software packages. (Spreadsheets, word processing, databases, etc.), is essential.
• Must be medically and physically able to perform all the duties of the job and willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Attend evening and weekend meetings and after hours activities on a regular basis.
• Have knowledge of the applicable Alberta Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• A good understanding of operations/maintenance of the facility and related equipment.
• Acts as an ambassador for the Arena/Youth Centre to the public, other staff and Board.
• A well developed understanding of equipment operation and maintenance skills.
• Ability to provide leadership and guidance to facility users and support staff or others assigned.
Salary $33.51 (Probationary Rate)
$36.71 – $39.32 (Permanent Rates)
In addition to the rate of pay, we offer other attractive incentives:
-excellent training and development opportunities
-an extensive employer paid benefits plan
-home equity protection plan
-an additional annual payment of $12,480 which represents a cost of
living allowance.
Competition Number 09-0088
Closing Date Open Until Filled
Submit application and/or resume to: The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Human Resources Department, Suite 103, 9816 Hardin Street, Fort McMurray, AB. Fax Number 780-743-5401 or apply online at
http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
