Job Description

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Job Posting

Manager of Facilities

Chinook Education Centre

Competition #

3

80

7

Due to the retirement of the Manager of Facilities, Chinook School Division requires a Manager of Facilities at the Chinook Education Centre in Swift Current. The Manager of Facilities will provide leadership and strategic oversight for the operations, maintenance, and development of Chinook School Division facilities.

Start Date: As soon as possible

The Chinook School Division is proud to serve over 6,000 students in 60 schools, with over 1,000 collegial and student-centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest. Our Division is committed to our guiding principles; Communication, Shared Responsibility, Positive Relationships and Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement. The Division affirms the right of all students and staff to be contributing members of a school community that is safe, caring and respectful of all people.


Chinook is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in our schools and workplace as indicated in Successful candidates are expected to:


demonstrate an understanding of the importance of supporting a welcoming environment; present a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity; identify opportunities to support inclusion and diversity and; take meaningful action.

Qualifications:

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in facilities operations or a similar role Post-secondary education in facilities management, engineering, construction, or a related field Proven leadership and team-building skills Strong knowledge of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Strong understanding of building systems and project management best practices Valid Class 5 Driver's License Working knowledge of legislation & applicable codes that apply to educational facilities Publicly supporting the school division's philosophy, policies, and programs Travel between school division sites as required Participating in division-wide strategic planning and emergency response coordination

Duties

:

Leadership of facility operations

Supervision of the oversight of the daily operations and maintenance of all school division buildings and grounds Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and building code regulations Manage preventive maintenance programs to optimize the lifespan of physical assets Oversee coordination of custodial and maintenance staff to ensure consistent service standards

Project Management

Lead planning, budgeting, and execution of facility projects including renovations, upgrades, and new construction Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure alignment with Division goals and policies Key role in shaping the three year Preventative Maintenance and Renewal (PMR) plan

Leadership in stewardship of people, buildings and grounds

Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance management to a team of maintenance staff Foster a collaborative and respectful workplace culture Identify training and development opportunities to support employee growth and succession planning Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and service excellence Ensure responsible and sustainable use of resources in alignment with environmental and fiscal priorities Engage with school communities to understand and address facility-related needs Contribute to long-term planning for capital improvements and facility life cycle management

Accountability

Develop and manage facilities budgets, ensuring efficient use of funds Prepare and present facilities accountability report to the Board

Please submit your application electronically via Apply to Education including a cover letter addressed to Ken Garinger, Superintendent of Human Resources (indicating competition #

380

7

), a resume, complete with three references and any supporting documents by

July

2

1

, 2025

at 3:00 PM.

For more information about this position please contact Sharie Sloman, CFO at (306)778-9200 ext 3211.

Successful applicants must agree to a criminal records check including a vulnerable sector search.

While all applications are appreciated, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the Director or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer