Manager of Community Services

Reporting to the Director of County Services, Thorhild County is seeking a suitable individual for a permanent position to carry out the following duties:

Responsible for management, budget, and reporting for the following areas:

Parks and Recreational Services        

Family and Community Support Services

• Ensure programs comply with all funding requirements, outcome measures, and evaluation processes as required.
• Create, pursue and maintain rapport and positive working relationships with community groups, recreation and cultural organizations, sports organizations, special service activities, and other interested parties to promote community services, activities and events.
• Responsible to ensure the overall philosophy, guidelines, policies, and programs developed are carried out in a consistent manner.
• Ensure efficient operations, maintenance, development, programming and promotion of Thorhild County recreational facilities and areas.
• Promote volunteerism and community spirit through collective efforts to meet local needs.

• Post-secondary education (diploma/degree) in social sciences or equivalent education and experience.
• Previous experience in developing preventative social support while fostering a team environment.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
• Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Successful candidate will be required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check, Child Intervention Check, and Drivers Abstract.

This position is based on a 40-hour work week.  Thorhild County has a comprehensive benefit program. Current employees of the Thorhild County fulfilling the requirements essential to this position shall be considered for this position. Salary to be determined based on applicant’s level of education and experience. Hourly pay range for this position is ($51.17-$65.21).  

Thorhild County is requesting interested applicants to submit their resume by noon on November 22, 2024.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a Drivers Abstract prior to their first day of work.

Successful applicants will be required to agree to a Criminal Record Check prior to their first day of work.

Successful applicants will be required to agree to a Vulnerable Sector Check prior to their first day of work.