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Manager, Parks Technical Services
City Of Regina
Leads Parks Technical Services, overseeing irrigation, forestry, horticulture, budgeting, and staff.
6d ago
C$114,901 - C$153,202
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Onsite
Company Size
3,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Public Services
Urban Planning
Waste Management
Transportation Planning
Environmental Services
Parks and Recreation
Emergency Services
Public Safety
Sector Specialisms
Transit
Leisure
Water
Garbage & Recycling
Parking
Economic Growth
Events and Entertainment
Trade
Role
What you would be doing
funding acquisition
capital planning
budget management
workforce planning
stakeholder engagement
performance reporting
- Lead efforts to secure external funding, including grants and federal/provincial partnerships.
- Align financial management practices with City standards and develop Branch-specific practices if required.
- Make recommendations for branch material and capital needs.
- Work is performed in various weather conditions.
- Lead and develop fee strategies for program areas.
- Lead development of capital needs (replacement and acquisition) and manage capital projects to enhance and protect assets.
- Responsible for Branch-specific workforce planning.
- Meet with community representatives, partners, and other stakeholders to plan programs and resolve service issues.
- Respond to escalated service complaints related to bylaws, policies, programs, and services.
- Monitor and report on performance targets.
- Accountable for day-to-day operations of the Parks Technical Services Branch, including planning, program/service operations, and financial decisions.
- Address complex operational and strategic problems across multiple functions/branches.
- Lead the development and implementation of the Parks Technical Services Branch annual operational and capital planning in the context of City and Department plans.
- Develop annual Branch-wide workforce plan focusing on capacity and competency needs.
- Contribute to the development of the Departmental long-term plan and broader annual plan.
- Approve procurement and business cases.
- Ensure quality of work within the Branch, including external contractors, meets identified standards.
- Lead Branch-specific employee/labour relations issues, including grievance and arbitration processes.
- Ensure team is meeting objectives set within Official Community Plan, Parks Masterplan, Urban Forest Masterplan, and related bylaws.
- Provide advice, guidance, and information on areas of subject matter expertise to senior City leaders.
- Evaluate new technologies and methods to improve service delivery and resource efficiency.
- Ensure Branch policies, procedures, and practices are maintained and adhered to.
- Oversee inventory management of materials, equipment, and resources for day-to-day operations, capital programs, and services.
- Negotiate and coordinate leases, licenses, contracts, agreements, and partnerships with external and internal stakeholders.
- Develop relationships and implement corporate priorities.
- Ensure compliance with legislation, environmental regulations, and industry standards.
- Lead corporate safety initiatives and promote a safety-focused culture.
- Undertake research to develop policies, services, programs, procedures, and alternative funding sources.
- Oversee technical programs including tree maintenance/removals, turf management, plant health care, irrigation systems, and playground inspections.
- Lead Branch budget development and ensure timely and accurate forecasting, monitoring, and mitigation strategies.
- Ensure adherence to collective agreements.
- Conduct all-staff sessions and performance planning (goal setting, review, assessment).
- Provide oversight for the development and delivery of all irrigation, urban forestry, IPM, horticulture, and City Centre maintenance services.
- Negotiates service provision and delivery timing with stakeholder partners.
- Set objectives, service levels, and performance targets.
- Ensure development and implementation of policies, systems, and procedures across all areas of mandate.
- Provide direct leadership, mentoring, training, and coaching to supervisors, coordinators, and staff.
- Oversight of supervisory, technical, and professional staff.
- Establish performance metrics, monitor progress, evaluate results, and reallocate resources as necessary.
- Monitor Branch culture and productivity and intervene when necessary.
- Negotiates resolution of complex, unique and/or sensitive issues between individuals and/or affected groups with conflicting viewpoints pertaining to forestry, pest control, irrigation and horticulture
- Anticipate challenges and consider cause/effect within service areas.
- Proactively identify operational risks and develop recommendations/action plans.
- Accountable for performance management, mentoring, and coaching.
- Majority of work conducted in City facilities and on-site regularly.
What you bring
change management
stakeholder engagement
leadership
university degree
horticulture
budgeting
- Change management skills and ability to lead through resistance.
- Knowledge of issues, trends, and challenges within parks and open spaces, including irrigation, urban forestry, horticulture, and IPM.
- Proof of education is required.
- Core management practices including service delivery models, policy development, planning, budgeting, performance management, and human resources.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s licence and have the ability to travel within the City of Regina.
- Change management skills include recognition and resolution of resistance to change
- Minimum three (3) years in a leadership role.
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive experience in parks operations, technical services, or related field.
- Use of personal protective equipment is required.
- Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
- Ability to use data-based decision-making for strategic program success.
- Communication skills are used to lead and/or facilitate groups of stakeholders, both within the City and with partners, citizens, and other levels of government to present complex and challenging content / issues (e.g., public expectations)
- University degree in Parks Management, Environmental Science, Forestry, Horticulture, Business Administration, or related discipline.
- Knowledge of equipment, materials, tendering, and capital procurement processes.
- Ability to present complex issues to internal and external stakeholders, including media and community groups.
- Communication skills are required to resolve conflict and build common ground and consensus
- Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
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Security clearance- candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the city of regina's criminal record check policy.
Company
Overview
Founded in 1882
Year of Establishment
Established as a settlement, Regina has evolved into the capital of Saskatchewan.
- The City’s extensive infrastructure projects ensure the efficient delivery of essential services, from water management to transportation.
- Regina is home to a thriving community, offering recreational facilities, green spaces, and sustainable city planning.
- Typical projects include urban redevelopment, public parks, water treatment facilities, and transportation networks.
- A unique aspect of Regina's growth is its deep commitment to building resilient infrastructure, tailored to the needs of its people.
- The City of Regina is a forward-thinking municipality, consistently focusing on growth, sustainability, and quality of life for all.
- Customer service excellence
- Innovation and continuous improvement
- Transparency and accountability
- Respect and inclusion
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Environmental stewardship
Net-zero by 2050
Emissions Target
Aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate goals.
- Investing in renewable energy solutions
- Green building standards for new developments
- Promotion of active transportation and public transit options
- Commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and waste
- Implementation of energy efficiency programs for municipal buildings
- Gender-neutral workplace policies
- Promoting equal access to opportunities and resources
- Targeted recruitment for diverse talent pools
- Commitment to accessibility in public spaces
- Data-driven initiatives to measure and improve inclusion practices
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