Manager, Operations ~ Closed
The Gibsons Community Building Society
The Gibsons Public Market & Nicholas Sonntag Marine Education Centre
A Vibrant Hub of Coastal Life
Are you a passionate and knowledgeable non-profit leader ready to guide the operations of a community society? Do you enjoy having a wide variety of responsibilities? Are you skilled at relationship building, negotiations, and conflict management?
Our client, the Gibsons Community Building Society is pleased to announce they are looking for their next Manager, Operations.
The Gibsons Community Building Society
The Gibsons Community Building Society (GCBS) is a not-for-profit society that operates the Gibsons Public Market and the Nicholas Sonntag Marine Education Centre. Gibsons Public Market is a destination for Sunshine Coast residents and visitors where all are welcome to convene and learn, enjoy local food, fresh produce, art and entertainment. The Nicholas Sonntag Marine Education Centre is a 30-tank “collect-and-release” aquarium which is home to more than 200 creatures representing 70 species, all collected from the pristine waters of Howe Sound and Sechelt Inlet. The GCBS believes in connecting people to foster a healthier, more social, and caring community. They inspire sustainable behaviour for the health of our ocean and planet and they create opportunities for artists and entrepreneurs to foster community economic development. Please visit www.gibsonspublicmarket.com and www.gibsonsmarine-ed.org for more information.
What Will the Manager, Operations Undertake?
Reporting to the Executive Director (ED), the Manager, Finance and Operations (MFO) is responsible for the successful development, evaluation and improvement of the Society’s Facility Management. The Manager, Operations is accountable for developing and leading an internal team to support bookkeeping, facility, administration, leasing, human resources, and IT. As a strategic thought-partner to the ED, you will aid in the implementation and promotion of initiatives and activities in alignment with the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the society. The vision of the organization is to be a vibrant hub of Coastal life. Overseeing internal Administrative Assistants plus an Operations Coordinator as well as Facility Contractors, this role is integral to the Society in meeting its goals and objectives. The key responsibilities include:
· Facility Management by supporting the ED with leasing matters, tenant recruitment and negotiations as well as sourcing and overseeing contracts with service providers and identifying measures to continually improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the facility. As well, ensuring the facility is well maintained and renovated as needed. You are responsible for dealing with emergencies, managing operating budgets and ensuring the facility meets compliance standards and government regulations.
· Human Resources, Technology and Administration by recruiting, onboarding and training employees, working with the ED to develop robust HR policy for professional development, compensations, performance evaluation, training and recruitment, as well as overseeing the IT functions to ensure smooth operations.
· Financial Management Managing transactions, accounts payable and receivable as well as ensuring payroll is processed. You will also undertake contracts management, implement a reporting system and update and implement business policies and accounting practices.
What Skills, Competencies and Experience Does the Manager, Operations Possess?
This is a tremendous opportunity for an operations leader to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of a well-respected, high-impact organization. This is a busy, challenging, and engaging opportunity for an experienced manager who is committed to providing services to the Sunshine Coast community. As the ideal candidate you bring strong written and oral communication skills. You have outstanding interpersonal, business, and political acumen. You have a Bachelor’s degree with over four to six years of professional experience; preferably in operations management. Experience in the HR function is a definite asset. You have a proven track record of setting priorities, a keen understanding of analytics, are both tech savvy and a people person. You have a strong interest in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with partners and the community at large.
Please note there is an on-call component to this position that equals approximately half of a year.
How Can I Apply?
The Society offers a value driven and fun work environment, the opportunity to make an impact alongside a dedicated and professional team, and the chance to make this role your own. The compensation range for this role will be shared with all viable applicants. Please submit, in confidence, your resume with a letter of introduction and your salary requirements, to hello@praxisrecruitment.ca. This role will remain open until filled. We respond to all queries and applicants.
Praxis Recruitment is a Recruitment Firm located on the Sunshine Coast (the traditional and unceded homelands of the shíshálh and Skwxwú7mesh Nations) in beautiful British Columbia. We provide exceptional customer service and operate with the highest level of respect to our clients and applicants.
