Manager of Facilities and Parks

Posted July 30, 2026. Open until filled.

About the role

An opportunity exists to join the Town of Slave Lake in a full-time position. Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the Manager of Facilities and Parks is responsible for the development, operations, maintenance, and general activities of multiple areas, including parks, open space, facilities, and other duties as assigned. This position performs technical, responsible, and professional work at a management level.

Employees who report directly to this position: Multi-Rec Centre and Parks Supervisor, Facilities Maintenance Operators.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safe operation of facilities and provision of services for the public and staff members.
• Uses initiative and creativity in managing projects from inception to implementation and delegates assignments to subordinates.
• Manages multiple priorities and demonstrates effective leadership.
• Acts as a liaison to the community, understanding the public’s needs and helping to secure and extend public support and interest.
• Demonstrates cooperative behaviour with elected officials, supervisors, TOSL staff, staff from other agencies, and the public.
• Plans, coordinates, manages, and directs major phases of the Town’s services and operations.
• Researches and provides analysis, makes recommendations, and submits reports to supervisors.
• Initiates action on projects and operational procedures that result in improvements, efficiencies, effectiveness, and/or enhancements to the Town’s services.
• Exercises fiscal control over multiple areas including budget development, monitoring, evaluating, reporting, and taking necessary actions to maintain and meet fiscal goals.
• Works with the Project Manager to execute projects within Facilities and Parks.
• Processes receivables and payables as required.

Requirements

• 3 years’ supervisory experience in a municipal setting (asset).
• 3 years’ experience operating and maintaining municipal facilities.
• Competent computer abilities and familiarity with Microsoft Suite-related software.
• Competent understanding of horticultural practices.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Post-secondary education in a Recreation Administration related program (asset).
• Current Class 5 driver’s license and current First Aid with CPR.
• Facility Maintenance Training (asset).
• Proven experience in the coordination and planning of capital projects.
• RFP Arena Operator 1 and 2 (asset).

Skills

• Principles, practices, equipment, methods, and techniques associated with the development and maintenance of parks, athletic fields, open space, trails, riparian areas, historical structures, and facilities management.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, training, coaching, assigning work, evaluating work, and administering progressive discipline.
• Principles, practices, equipment, methods, and techniques associated with landscape maintenance; irrigation; the care of trees, plants, and shrubs; and the treatment of plant disease.
• Integrated pest management programs and the chemicals used in horticultural activities, including pesticides and fertilizers.
• Principles, practices, equipment, methods, and techniques associated with facilities maintenance and repairs, including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and structural systems.
• Principles, practices, training, equipment, methods, and techniques used to comply with occupational hazards and safety regulations associated with parks, open spaces, and facilities operations.
• Principles and practices of operational and capital budget development and administration.

Working conditions

• Occasional light lifting.
• Long periods of sitting.
• Extensive use of computer and telephone.
• Good lighting, temperature, and noise control.
• Normal working day consists of a maximum of 7.5 hours; however, occasional extended hours may be required.

Benefits

The Town of Slave Lake offers an attractive compensation plan and generous benefits package.