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Main Purpose and Function

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation is accepting applications from qualified individuals to be added to a pool of Utility Maintenance Worker IIs to join our auxiliary team. This role will provide qualified candidates an opportunity to work in and across a diverse portfolio of facilities and spaces in the City, including several 2010 Olympic venues. 

Qualified candidates will be assessed on the basis of their skills, knowledge and abilities, and may be selected for an interview should they meet the qualifications and requirements of the position and a vacant opportunity exists.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities 

The Utility Maintenance Worker II is responsible for the operational, janitorial and minor maintenance work in the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation ice rink facilities including, the functions related to the operation and service of ice arena surfaces, refrigeration plants and related maintenance and equipment.

The UMW II will also be responsible for performing and coordinating routine janitorial functions including cleaning change rooms and washrooms; washing and waxing floor; replenishing supplies; collecting and transferring refuse and other duties as required.

The successful candidates must be prepared to work in various park and recreation locations within the organization. Candidates must have availability to meet a variety of shift requirements including: morning, day, afternoon, night and weekends.

Qualifications 

Education and Experience:

• Completion of a recognized certification program in Building Service Work supplemented by technical training related to the work plus sound related experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience

• Technical Safety BC Ice Facility Operator Certificate or higher required

• A valid Class 5 Driver's License for the Province of British Columbia required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of recreation facility maintenance and repair

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules and regulations

• Working knowledge of ice rink refrigeration systems.

• Working knowledge of ice-making methods and re-surfacing equipment.

• Working knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment used in janitorial and building maintenance work.

• Ability to operate ice resurfacing equipment and any other tools or equipment related to the work.

• Ability to prepare simple reports.

• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public groups and users of the facility to ensure observance of the rules and regulations.

• Ability to observe equipment in operation and report on any malfunctions.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Good health and strength sufficient to perform a variety of manual tasks in janitorial and building maintenance work.

• Above average manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude.

Drivers License and Record Checks

Candidates must attach the following records and satisfy the City’s driving requirements to be considered for this role:

• Copy of your five-year ICBC Commercial Driver’s Abstract (N Print) directly from ICBC dated within 14 days of this posting
• Copy of your five-year ICBC Driver’s Claims History directly from ICBC within 14 days of this posting
• If you have less than five years driving experience in BC, a request must be made for out of province/country abstract and claims history

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks 

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual 

Position Start Date: May, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-015: $29.20 to $34.30 per hour
Number of Vacancies: Multiple

Application Close: Open Until Filled

Main Purpose and Function

Under direct supervision, the Operations Worker II is responsible for a variety of tasks, which can include heavy physical effort and agility and the use of hand and/or motorized tools used for general horticulture maintenance, brushing for restoration projects, and trail maintenance. These roles will contribute to the overall care and maintenance of Vancouver Parks.

A current and valid Class 5 or higher Drivers License is a requirement of this position. The license must not include any restrictions that would affect the ability to legally and safely carry out the responsibilities of the position. Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements of the Department. Applicants will be required to provide a current drivers’ abstract and claims history report – both available through ICBC's website. The successful candidates must be prepared to work in various park locations within the organization. Functional and or physical assessment related to the bona fide position requirements may be required.

This position is full time hours (7:00am - 3:30pm), Monday to Friday from April to August.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates must have sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform heavy physical labour; ability to lift, push and pull heavy objects; ability to walk or stand continuously with frequent bending or twisting; ability to work close to moving machinery and in high traffic areas; ability to work on ladders, ability to work outside in all weather conditions, and on uneven surfaces; ability to use a variety of tools and equipment.

The Operations Worker II’s may be responsible for a variety of park operations tasks including digging, planting, weeding, raking and edging flowerbeds, sweeping and clearing pathways, cutting grass, operating mowers, using line trimmers and general turf care equipment, collecting and removing litter, as well as other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Up to completion of high school and some work experience in basic labour; horticulture training or experience an asset.
• Class 5 or higher Drivers License for the Province of British Columbia.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of safe work procedures
• Sound knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in the work.
• Some knowledge of construction and landscape maintenance tasks.
• Some knowledge of the functions of the branch concerned and the establish practices in carrying out the work.
• Ability to exercise some independence of judgement and action in the routine or simple aspects of the work.
• Ability to courteously answer questions and deal with the public.
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment
• Skill in the use a variety of tools related to landscape maintenance.
• Sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to permit the performance of heavy manual outdoor work in all weather.

Drivers License and Record Checks
A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record is required

• 5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
• 3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year
• Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail

Candidates must attach the following records and satisfy the City’s driving requirements to be considered for this role:

• Copy of your five-year ICBC Commercial Driver’s Abstract (N Print) directly from ICBC dated within 30 days of this posting
• Copy of your five-year ICBC Driver’s Claims History directly from ICBC within 30 days of this posting
• If you have less than five years driving experience in BC, a request must be made for out of province/country abstract and claims history

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 1004 Parks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: April/May, 2025 (Flexible)

Position End Date: August, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-310: $34.22 per hour
Number of Vacancies: Multiple

Application Close: Open Until Filled

Main Purpose and Function

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation is accepting applications from qualified individuals to be added to a pool of Utility Maintenance Worker I’s (UMW I) to join our auxiliary team. This role will provide qualified candidates an opportunity to work in and across a diverse portfolio of facilities and spaces in the City, including several 2010 Olympic venues. 

Qualified candidates will be assessed on the basis of their skills, knowledge and abilities, and may be selected for an interview should they meet the qualifications and requirements of the position and a vacant opportunity exists.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities 

Responsible for maintaining building standards and monitoring building security and safety, the UMW I is responsible for a variety of functions related to the operation and service of swimming pools, pool chemical controllers, pumps, filtration and related equipment, in addition to performing routine to skilled maintenance, repair and cleaning of the City’s pools and community/recreation facilities.

The successful candidates must be prepared to work in various park and recreation locations within the organization. Candidates must have availability to meet a variety of shift requirements including: morning, day, afternoon, night and weekends.

Qualifications 

Education and Experience:

• Completion of a recognized certification program in Building Service Work and some related experience
• Pool Operator Level I and II

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of water filtration equipment and disinfection systems.
• Working knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment used in janitorial and building maintenance work.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the general public and users of the facilities to ensure observance of the rules and regulations.
• Ability to observe equipment in operation and report on any malfunctions.
• Ability to operate ice resurfacing and water filtration equipment and any other tools or equipment associated with the work.
• Good health and strength sufficient to perform a variety of manual tasks in janitorial and building maintenance work.
• Above average manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude.

Applicants must attach a copy of the required certifications to their application.

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks 

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual 

Position Start Date: May, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-014: $28.10 to $32.92 per hour
Number of Vacancies: Multiple

Application Close: Open Until Filled

As an Administrative Associate you will be responsible for contributing to the overall success of one or more Wealth Advisors by ensuring a high level of client service achieved by effective administration and day-to-day trading of their business. 
  
IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU

In the role you will:
 

• Ensure effective client administration by managing all administrative processes and escalations requiring investigation
• Consistently demonstrate high levels of client service by:
  • supporting the advisor in regular reviews of portfolios including entering client trades as directed by the client or Advisor and identifying client needs
  • responding to client inquiries, resolving issues and effecting client transactions in a timely and responsive manner
• Provide marketing assistance by coordinating materials, events, and seminars to increase/identify opportunities to grow assets and/or revenue
• Support the growth of the business by managing tracking reports for Wealth Advisors to review targets, recommendations, and financial plans/concepts  
• Build effective working relationships across various departmental and business line contacts by actively collaborating and sharing knowledge and experience

DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS

We would love to work with you if you have:
 

• Experience in the securities industry
• Willingness to become duly registered as an Investment Representative (IR) with CIRO
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational skills 
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Exceptional client service skills

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
 

• At ScotiaMcLeod we help employees build their futures – where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and development – there are endless possibilities. At ScotiaMcLeod– you can make an impact. You help make the futures of our 25 million customers happen. You can find your future here.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers. 
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our clients.
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success. 
• Learning and Development – free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills.

Main Purpose and Function 

The Communication Manager – Media & Issues is responsible for delivery of corporate media relations and event support, issues management,oversight of the City’s social media channels and external communication planning for key files. 

The Manager leads in the development and implementation of proactive communication programs and strategies from both a corporate and client group perspective. They provide leadership and direction to a team of communications staff to meet emerging needs and support the delivery of the City’s strategic priorities. This position requires a proactive and strategic approach to respond to new developments and demands as they evolve. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities 

• Develops, builds and maintains excellent working relationships with the team and across the organization, and maintains an ongoing understanding of the various internal clients and stakeholders. 

• A strategic partner to the assigned business units and leads the development of communications strategies addressing complex and varied organizational projects, priorities and issues. 

• Ensures that team members understand the departments/organization’s priorities and goals and how their roles link to these priorities and goals. 

• Provides leadership, direction and supervision in the development and execution of communications strategies, and uses data to drive decision-making and inform strategic insights. 

• Manages budgets and processes to successfully execute initiatives in a timely manner. 

• Provides positive leadership and inspires, motivates and guides staff through coaching and ongoing two-way information sharing to discuss policies and administrative issues to solve problems and manage stakeholder relationships. 

• Manages cross-functional teams to execute the communications strategies and plans for the City’s major initiatives including the development of tools and tactics. 

• Proactively identifies emerging issues and opportunities, and recommends appropriate communications approaches. 

• Responsible for the development, handling and distribution of sensitive information to senior management in a timely manner. 

• Fosters trust and credibility through clear, accurate, open, timely two-way communication with external audiences. 

• Guides the team in delivering cross-corporate media events, overseeing event planning and management. 

• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned. 

Qualifications 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or a related discipline is preferred. Minimum 8 years of experience in progressively senior communications roles including 5 years experience managing employees, project teams and contractors, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Excellent knowledge about local government operations and processes. 

• Extensive knowledge in developing and executing strategic communications plans. 

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. 

• Ability to see the big picture and anticipate emerging issues and trends, and then identify communications strategies and tactics to address them. 

• Extensive knowledge of corporate and media issues management. 

• Experienced with social media channel strategy, development and oversight. 

• Experienced with social media marketing and content strategy development. 

• Strong working knowledge of media and social media monitoring, scheduling and evaluation platforms and content generation tools.   

• Ability to communicate effectively; foster high standards; coach; inspire and manage multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced, performance-focused environment using excellent interpersonal, visual design, presentation and written skills. 

• Ability to manage, prioritize, and execute multiple projects and teams. 

• Strong and valued individual contributor as well as an integral collaborative member of the communications team. 

• Strong relationship building skills and ability to provide strategic advice to senior executives. 

• Ability to make decisions and organize thoughts under time and budget constraints. 

• Able to diplomatically ask questions, challenge and suggest alternative strategies and approaches. 

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Office of the City Manager (1010) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: May, 2025 

Position End Date: June, 2026 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-091: $111,139 to $138,924 per year

Application Close: April 20, 2025

Main Purpose and Function

Reporting to the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, Parks & Recreation, the Financial Analyst 2 is responsible for financial planning and analysis for the City of Vancouver. The Financial Analyst 2 is responsible for leading specific FP&A functions including short-mid term planning, budgeting, forecasting, business case development, financial modelling and decision support for processes and initiatives. Working closely with other members of the Citywide and Business Unit (BU) FP&A, the main functions of the role include leading respective business area, support the development of the City’s annual budget and multiyear plan process, support monthly and quarterly financial reporting process, and analyzing key business issues impacting the revenue opportunities within a business unit.

The position ensures compliance with internal controls, policies, standards and business processes and systems. The position provides financial decision support to enable the City to meet its strategic objectives and goals and leads the development of policies and processes to support the effective financial management of departmental resources.

The position makes recommendations on transformational initiatives, including recommendations that could impact staffing levels in the organization and realization of cost efficiencies

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Analysis:

• Defines and uses logical and innovative approaches to evaluate and deconstruct accounting and business situations. Compiles and links analytical information, experience and insights using quantitative and qualitative reasoning skills.
• Demonstrates understanding and application of common quantitative techniques by preparing appropriate financial analysis with fact-based assumptions to enable decision making.
• Provides input into the formation of problem-solving approaches for business situations.
• Accurately analyzes a situation based on available data or information.
• Leads the problem-solving process by identifying alternatives and making recommendations.
• Consistently applies working knowledge of the organization's information systems & appropriate financial tools and systems to find, extract, and analyze data and to produce reports.
• Applies basic modelling, forecasting and planning techniques to develop forecasts with cost drivers identified and explained.
• Supports management in developing and analyzing business cases, determining the financial implications for all major decisions, ensuring value for money, return on investment, productivity and service delivery analysis, quantifying impacts on budgets and forecasts
• Prepares materials to be presented to the Senior Leadership Teams, Directors, CFO, and other stakeholders as required.

Strategic Business Partnership and Decision support

• Demonstrates in-depth understanding of the organization's business plan, immediate environment and the possible impact of events and activities on the organization; understand current role in relation to executing the business plan.
• Applies common business principles to critically evaluate and accurately perform analysis.
• Uses insights to influence the views of managers and provides guidance and support, supported by facts, to influence and lead business decisions.
• Ability to apply decision criteria to business propositions prepared by business units.
• Lead in explaining financial concepts and analysis in non-financial terms to counterparts.
• Identify and address additional business partner needs as they arise.
• Makes recommendations on transformational initiatives, including recommendations that could impact staffing levels in the organization and realization of cost efficiencies.

Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting and Performance Measurement:

• Leads, manages, and coordinates all aspects of operating and capital budget process within the Park Board; works with subject matter experts to provide inputs and assumptions and manages and monitors Operating & Capital budget expenditures, revenues and recoveries.
• Manages and prepares monthly, quarterly, and year-end variances analysis, forecasting and reporting; presents and reviews results with general manager and department leads; works to identify significant risks, and recommends mitigation strategies and raises to appropriate stakeholders.
• Provides financial and budget management to support major project leads.
• Manages and supports the development of multiyear financial and business plans and forecasts, review and validate financial assumptions and models, and identify trends that impact the Department’s ability to meet budget and service delivery targets.
• Leads and manages analysis of budgets, performance indicators, business plans and ongoing financial results to enable strategic recommendations on corrective actions.
• Interpret and provide forecasts and analysis that link to business unit strategy and operational performance.
• Complies with and administers Finance controls, policies and procedures.

Project Management and Process improvement:

• Supports and manages planning process timelines and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and standardization for business area.
• Identifies and implements opportunities for process automation/streamlining and support integration with financial reporting, capital budgeting, and long-term financial planning initiatives.
• Communicate budgeting policies and processes to Department FP&A and City staff; support planning processes improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
• Manage FP&A projects and sub-processes .

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related discipline
• Professional Accounting Designation or MBA with a combination of experience and education related to the requirements of the position
• Extensive experiance post designation experience in budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and accounting
• Advanced financial systems experience preferably within an ERP environment - experience with financial modules of SAP would be an asset
• Strong business case analysis experience
• Good working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as they relate to local government including PSAB
• Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills
• Advanced experience with preparing complex presentations and writing formal reports for senior management and Council
• Considerable experience in presenting to Senior Leaders and department stakeholders
• Advanced project management experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong business acumen and capability to link finance to the business
• Superior critical thinking skills, ability to analyze complex situations and determine appropriate course of action where there is little or no established precedents
• Ability to strategically answer complex business problems through data analysis, modelling and creative thinking
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate complex financial concepts in simple terms
• Proven ability to work strategically with the business, build relationships, and be a trusted business partner
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a Finance and Business Unit team
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities
• Must be able to take accountability to complete assignments and take ownership of challenges to the point of recommendation, resolution, approval and implementation
• Ability to maintain professionalism, objectivity, confidentiality, tact and diplomacy

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Finance & Supply Chain Mgmt (1150) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: June 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-091: $111139 to $138924 per annum

Application Close: April 20, 2025

Main Purpose and Function

The Citylearn Learning Specialist enables and supports the learning and development of employees at the City of Vancouver.  The position reinforces the important aspects of attraction, engagement and retention within the employee life cycle.  With oversight for the CityLearn Centre’s operation, the position explores, recommends, implements and administers learning opportunities in alignment with the City’s corporate values, policies and competencies.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the operationalization of the learning and development curriculum for the City of Vancouver and assists with oversight of the CityLearn Centre, including developing and scheduling the yearly CityLearn training calendar
• Initiates, develops and implements developmental strategies relevant to corporate objectives
• Designs, develops and facilitates a wide variety of workshops including but not limited to New Employee Orientation, Supervisory Skills, Building Resilience, and Insights Discovery as well as the Lunch with Leaders series
• Works closely with the City’s departments on the creation of computer-based training works with organization on development of prioritized training, also provides guidance on best practices, reviews for quality control, manages access to online training tools, and ensures that training is uploaded to SuccessFactors (SF) Learning Management System (LMS)
• Provides subject matter expertise, guidance and support to HR functional groups and departments across the City with regards to learning and development
• Analyzes staff and organizational issues and requests and plans appropriate interventions
• Provides training and direction for and coaches CityLearn’s Training Coordinator
• Partners with the City’s Organization Development (OD) Team to inform and align leadership development offerings available through both CityLearn and the OD Team, in alignment with the City’s Leadership Competency Framework 
• Upholds the City’s commitment to a fair, psychologically safe and inclusive workplace, by seeing that an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion lens is incorporated into all CityLearn offerings
• Considers and integrates applicable solutions to facilitate the accessibility of City learning and development offerings for all employees
• Works closely with the Corporate Communications team to provide marketing materials for the promotion of learning and development opportunities for best return on training budget investment
• Works closely with the LMS Administrator regarding systems support for all CityLearn courses; maintains learning and development content on the City’s intranet and within the City’s learning management system
• Leads procurement processes to engage 3rd party providers and works closely with the providers to develop new courses and learning and development resources
• Builds strong working relationships and networks with external learning and development providers and fosters relationships and maintains networks with other organizations to leverage best practices
• Actively monitors and reviews courses for participant feedback; regularly shares this feedback with instructors to inform adjustments and revisions to course content and/or delivery as required
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Adult Education or completion of a recognized HR Management Certificate program, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the learning and development realm, preferably within municipal government or other complex organizations. Or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Considered an asset:

• Experience as an Insights-accredited facilitator

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of creating, developing, and implementing computer-based training
• Considerable knowledge of developing and delivering classroom and virtual training
• Working knowledge of adult education principles.
• Strong training and facilitation skills
• Ability to engage, motivate and build trust amongst diverse audiences and in different work environments
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external partners/clients
• Independent and self-motivated, detail oriented with the ability to function effectively within a team environment as well as independently and collaboratively within a rapidly changing public sector organization
• Ability to research, analyze, provide recommendations, solve problems based on the analysis of facts
• Ability to be sensitive and responsive to individual, group and organizational needs and issues
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including effective analytical, writing and public speaking skills
• Awareness/understanding of working with a training budget
• Ability to act with diplomacy and tact
• Skills and ability working with MS Office and learning management systems.
• Comfortable learning and working with recent technologies
• Working knowledge of municipal government an asset

Business Unit/Department: Human Resources (1020) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: May, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-080: $97,032 to $121,294 per year

Application Close: April 16, 2025

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