Career Posting- 26 - 09 Manager of Utilities
The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) invites qualified applicants to apply for the Manager of Utilities (exempt) position with the CRD. This position will be situated in Williams Lake, BC, a thriving community with all major amenities. The Regional District is known for its agreeable climate and a vast array of outdoor recreational opportunities.
Position Summary: Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, the Manager of Utilities is responsible for the strategic delivery of infrastructure services to residents within the Cariboo Regional District. The services will include water treatment and distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection and treatment systems, streetlighting services and invasive plant management. The Manager of Utilities must be able to manage contracts for these services, ensuring contractor performance and compliance meets service and quality standards.
Education, Experience and Qualifications Required:
· Completion of a university or technical degree in Public Works, or equivalent experience and qualifications.
· Minimum Certification Level 3 in one EOCP (Environmental Operators Certification Program) discipline and Level 2 in two other EOCP disciplines.
· A minimum of 8 years’ experience as a senior manager or department head in a local government or unionized environment setting.
· Proven contract administration and project management skills.
· Proven leadership and communication skills.
· Experience in water and sewer distribution and treatment systems and ideally invasive plant management.
· Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License. Travel is required; must have a suitable vehicle to perform duties and the ability to travel in all weather conditions.
Salary: This is a full-time, exempt position, offering a competitive annual salary range of $112,517 - $120,531 and benefits package commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Work Site Location: The successful candidate will work out of the Cariboo Regional District Williams Lake Office located at Suite D, 180 3rd Avenue North, Williams Lake, BC. Travel within the regional district will be required. Applicants must maintain a valid class 5 driver’s license and a vehicle for which the incumbent will be compensated for. The applicant will be required to submit a BC Driver’s License abstract.
Hours of Work: This position works a 9-day fortnight schedule, Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with a 45-minute unpaid lunch break and a designated day off (“DDO”) every other week. The incumbent may be required to work a non-standard schedule and unexpected evenings and weekends to respond to job requirements and emergencies.
Qualified candidates wishing to apply and looking for a detailed job description please visit www.cariboord.ca/careers. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Applications must be in the form of a resume with an accompanying letter detailing qualifications and experience relative to the position. When submitting an application, please quote Competition #26-09.
We thank all applicants in advance for their submissions; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will receive a response.
Bernice Crowe, Manager of Human Resources
Cariboo Regional District
Suite D, 180 North Third Avenue
Williams Lake, BC V2G 2A4
www.cariboord.ca/careers
