Employment and Volunteer Opportunities

Position Summary

The Manager of Recreation Programs and Special Events will develop, administer and coordinate recreational programs in a safe, efficient and effective manner.  This person will also liaison with Parks and Recreation Committee, Festival Committees and User Groups of all ages.

Following an organizational review and implementation, this position will report to a Director. Temporarily this position reports to the Chief Administrative Officer.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize and implement comprehensive Recreation/ Culture programs within and throughout the Town of Kingsville.
• Attract and coordinate major events and assist and help coordinate Community festivals and organize all special events at the Town of Kingsville’s Recreation Facilities and Parks.
• Responsible to develop seasonal use schedules for all user groups of recreational facilities which includes all parks, marina facilities and rental facilities.
• Attend and provide administrative support for all recreation committee meetings and all other related committees established by Council.
• Liaison with user groups requiring facility rentals, investigate and respond to concerns of user groups.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all community based groups, volunteers and agencies.
• Foster a relationship with local school boards and community groups in an effort to assure full utilization of all Town of Kingsville recreational facilities for community use.
• Prepare and submit grant applications and proposals to the government or other funding sources.
• Work with the Manager of Municipal Facilities and Properties in the preparation of the annual budget and five-year capital budget forecast.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on municipal programs to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
• Responsible for supervising unionized municipal staff reporting to this position.
• Responsible to recruit, foster and encourage volunteers and volunteerism specific to recreation programs and special events.
•  Investigate and initiate opportunities to assist the development of community based recreation groups.
• Promote maximum operation of all activities and facilities regularly and recommend changes when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• University degree graduate in the related field and upgrade when necessary to meet new regulations and legislation. ORFA designation will be an asset.
• Minimum 5 years experience in administration of recreational activities, including all financial reporting, budgeting, and report writing.
• Capable of analyzing the needs of a community, planning programs that will most effectively meet community needs with budgetary guidelines and other resources available, preparing grant applications to both federal and provincial agencies.
• Knowledge in computer-based software (Microsoft office and web based programs and other recreational scheduling computer programs).
• Able to work and coordinate recreational programs with community volunteers
• High proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Works well under pressure to manage competing priorities.

Working Conditions

• Work will be primarily in an office environment with office hours being 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (40 hour work week) also some hours will be spent outside after hours and on weekends during special events and festivals to ensure effective coordination of these events.
• Required to attend all Parks and Recreation committee meetings, festival committee meetings and some Council meetings as required during day or evening hours.

Wage Rate

• $76,329- $95,411 (Salary Group 6)
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Non-union position.

Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter no later than Friday, November 27, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. to:

Human Resources Department
Town of Kingsville
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario   N9Y 2Y9

Email Human Resources  

All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request

Reporting to the Manager of Public Works, the Supervisor of Environmental Services oversees the day-to-day operations of the Environmental Services Department. This includes the planning, scheduling and prioritizing of work in relation to water main maintenance and installation, water main breaks, water meter replacements, and maintenance of the sanitary sewer collection system.

Requirements of the position include:

1. Plan, schedule, prioritize, train and supervise the day-to-day operations of the water and wastewater systems and employees in a unionized environment.
2. Act as the Town’s Operator in Charge (OIC) for the water and waste water systems (Class 2 Water Distribution, Class 1 Wastewater Collection).
3. Ensure the water distribution system meets all Ministry of Environment certificates of approval and Drinking Water Quality Management System requirements.
4. Assist during Ministry of the Environmental inspections related to the drinking water distribution system.  Review reports of non-compliance and implement action plans to ensure non-compliances are resolved.
5. Oversee day-to-day maintenance and repair in the water distribution system, including water mains, fire hydrants, water valves, service connections, and water meters.
6. Maintain an adequate inventory of parts for emergency repairs within the distribution system.
7. Oversee day-to-day maintenance and repair in the wastewater collection system including sanitary sewers, sanitary manholes, and sanitary service connections.
8. Participate in asset management planning related to Environmental Services.
9. Supervise contractors working on the water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
10. Coordinate monthly water meter reading tasks and troubleshoot water meter issues to assist with water billing.
11. Coordinate after hour emergencies in the Environmental Services Department including emergency locates, water main breaks etc.
12. In coordination with the Public Works Supervisor, coordinate snow removal activities on Town sidewalks and active transportation pathways.
13. Actively promote health and safety in the workplace.
14. Ensure Town of Kingsville policies and procedures are maintained at all times when administering departmental personnel, physical resources, finance, and administrative functions.
15. Ensure all Provincial and Federal compliance policies are met and carried out.
16. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Must hold a current Ministry of Environment Water Distribution System Operator Certificate Class II. 
2. Must hold a current Ministry of Environment Wastewater Collection System Operator License Class I. 
3. Must have a 3 year recognized college diploma in engineering, environmental management or the equivalent education and/or experience in a related discipline.
4. Must hold or be qualified to obtain PEO, OACETT, OGRA (CRS) certification.
5. Must have a minimum of 3 years formal training and experience in municipal water service operations and legislative requirements as they pertain to a Drinking Water System, including DWQMS.
6. Must have a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in municipal water services position. 
7. Must have knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
8. Possess strong computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office, AutoCad and GIS.
9. Must have experience demonstrating effective verbal and written communication skills.
10. A valid Ontario G driver’s licence is required; DZ licence is an asset.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in both an office environment and outside in a supervisory role on a 40 hour work week and is subject to responding to emergency calls.
• This position requires some attendance at evening meetings.
• Lieu time is capped at 40 hours annually.

Wage Rate

• $68,718 - $85,890 (Salary Group 5)
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Non-union position.

Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter no later than Friday, November 27, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. to:

Human Resources Department
Town of Kingsville
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario   N9Y 2Y9

Email Human Resources        

All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request

Responsibilities

• Excellent customer service, organization and communication skills. 
• Telephone and reception experience.
• Operating in a computerized office environment, the applicant must have Microsoft Office programs experience.
• Experience with the Cityworks work order system, StoneOrchard cemetery software and / or Great Plains accounting computer programs will be considered an asset.
• Keyboarding, data entry, and file management.
• Ability to operate various pieces of office equipment including photocopiers, scanners, debit machines, etc.
• Experience in the preparation of correspondence, reports, minutes and statistical data.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum College Diploma in Office Administration.
• A minimum of 2 years experience working in a professional office environment.

Working Conditions

• The normal workweek is 35 hours
• Work within an office environment with office hours being 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wage Rate

• Probationary term - $28.79 per hour
• Rate after probationary term - $29.79 per hour

Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter no later than Friday, November 27, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. to:

Human Resources Department
Town of Kingsville
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario   N9Y 2Y9

Email Human Resources    

All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.

Responsibilities

• Two years of experience working in a recreation, special events, or professional office setting
• Keyboarding, data entry, file management and telephone reception experience.
• Assist with the planning and execution of recreational and cultural programing and special events.
• Ability to operate various pieces of office equipment including photocopiers, scanners, etc.
• Previous experience with booking programs including Max or Class will be considered an asset
• Experience in the preparation of correspondence, reports, minutes and statistical data.
• Excellent customer service, organization and communication skills.
• 24 hours per week daytime, evening and weekend and event shifts.
• Office work is in a recreation office environment.
• Special event coordination requires working outside in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum College diploma in office administration, business administration, recreation or related field.
• Two years of experience working in a recreation, special events or professional office setting.
• Excellent customer service, organizational and communication skills.
• G driver’s licence.
• First Aid and CPR training will be considered an asset.
• Previous experience with booking programs including Max or Perfect Mind will be considered an asset.

Work Conditions

The normal workweek is 24 hours primarily evening and weekend shifts.

               $29.79 job rate

New hires 80% of job rate

After one (1) year of service 100% of job rate

Rate of pay is in accordance with Schedule “A” of the Collective Agreement.

Interested applicants must submit a resume no later than Friday, November 27, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. to:

Human Resources Department

Town of Kingsville
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario   N9Y 2Y9
        
All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.

Volunteer Firefighter Information Package

Our 2020 recruitment has now closed however, we are always accepting applications for volunteer firefighters. All applications will be kept on file for one year.

Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.

Volunteer Firefighter Application

Online applications only. 

Reporting to the Supervisor of Municipal Facilities and Properties, the Seasonal / Part Time Parks and Recreation employee will perform maintenance and custodial work at municipal parks and recreational facilities.  This is a front-line position that involves interaction with the general public.

Responsibilities

• Horticultural and grounds maintenance.
• Custodial work at municipal facilities.
• Carry out renovations in municipal facilities including painting, installing lights and plumbing fixtures as required.
• Operating Olympia ice resurfacer, lawn mowers, tractors, and other small machinery.
• Arena building supervision and ensuring the facility is kept clean and tidy.
• Maintaining various parks, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, soccer fields, and the marina.
• Winter sidewalk snow removal at various locations.
• Ensure safe operation of all equipment and adhere to OHSA and municipal health and safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Facilities and Properties.

Qualifications

1. Minimum grade 12 education.
2. Have and maintain a G driver’s licence.
3. Experience in the operation of small tools and equipment used for building and lawn maintenance.
4. Be self-motivated and enjoy working outdoors.
5. Post-secondary education in landscape architecture or horticultural technician will be considered an asset.
6. First Aid and CPR training will be considered an asset.

Working Conditions

• 40 hours per week from April 1st through November 30th (union position).
• 24 hours per week from December 1st through March 31st (part-time union position).
• Scheduling consists of day, night and weekend shifts.
• Work is performed both inside and outside.

Wage Rate (in accordance with Union Collective Agreement)

• 90 working day probationary term - $28.79 per hour (plus shift premiums when applicable)
• 2020 rate after probationary term - $29.79 per hour (plus shift premiums when applicable)

Part Time Rate for December 1st  to March 31st

• 2020 job rate $29.79
• New Hires 80% of job rate
• After one (1) year of service 100% of job rate

Interested applicants must submit a resume no later than Friday, November 13, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. to:

Human Resources Department

Town of Kingsville
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario   N9Y 2Y9
        
All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.

Reporting to the Supervisor of Municipal Facilities and Properties, the Part-Time Parks and Recreation employee will perform maintenance and custodial work at municipal parks and recreational facilities.  This is a front-line position that involves interaction with the general public.

Responsibilities

• Horticultural and grounds maintenance.
• Custodial work at municipal facilities.
• Carry out renovations in municipal facilities including painting, installing lights and plumbing fixtures as required.
• Operating Olympia ice resurfacer, lawn mowers, tractors, and other small machinery.
• Arena building supervision and ensuring the facility is kept clean and tidy.
• Maintaining various parks, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, soccer fields, and the marina.
• Winter sidewalk snow removal at various locations.
• Ensure safe operation of all equipment and adhere to OHSA and municipal health and safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Facilities and Properties.

Qualifications

1. Minimum grade 12 education.
2. Have and maintain a G driver’s licence.
3. Experience in the operation of small tools and equipment used for building and lawn maintenance.
4. Be self-motivated and enjoy working outdoors.
5. First Aid and CPR training will be considered an asset.

Working Conditions

• 24 hours per week year-round
• Scheduling consists of day, night and weekend shifts.
• Work is performed both inside and outside.

Wage Rate (in accordance with Union Collective Agreement)

Part Time Rate:  $29.79 per hour job rate

New Hires 80% of job rate

After one (1) year of service 100% of job rate

Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter no later than Friday, October 30, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. to:

Human Resources Department
Town of Kingsville
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario   N9Y 2Y9
Email: Human Resources

        
All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.

The requirements of the position include:

• Excellent customer service, organization and communication skills. 
• Telephone and reception experience.
• Operating in a computerized office environment, the applicant must have Microsoft Office programs experience.
• Experience with the Cityworks work order system, StoneOrchard cemetery software and / or Great Plains accounting computer programs will be considered an asset.
• Keyboarding, data entry, and file management.
• Ability to operate various pieces of office equipment including photocopiers, scanners, debit machines, etc.
• Experience in the preparation of correspondence, reports, minutes and statistical data.
• Other administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum College Diploma in Office Administration
• A minimum of 2 years experience working in a professional office environment

Working Conditions

• The normal workweek is 35 hours
• Work within an office environment with office hours being 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wage Rate

• Probationary term - $28.79 per hour
• Rate after probationary term - $29.79 per hour

Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter no later than Monday, August, 17, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. to:

Human Resources Department
Town of Kingsville
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario   N9Y 2Y9

Email Human Resources

        
All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.

Reporting to the Supervisor of Municipal Facilities and Properties, the Part-Time Parks and Recreation employee will perform maintenance and custodial work at municipal parks and recreational facilities.  This is a front-line position that involves interaction with the general public.

Responsibilities

• Horticultural and grounds maintenance.
• Custodial work at municipal facilities.
• Carry out renovations in municipal facilities including painting, installing lights and plumbing fixtures as required.
• Operating Olympia ice resurfacer, lawn mowers, tractors, and other small machinery.
• Arena building supervision and ensuring the facility is kept clean and tidy.
• Maintaining various parks, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, soccer fields, and the marina.
• Winter sidewalk snow removal at various locations.
• Ensure safe operation of all equipment and adhere to OHSA and municipal health and safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Facilities and Properties.

Qualifications

1. Minimum grade 12 education.
2. Have and maintain a G driver’s licence.
3. Experience in the operation of small tools and equipment used for building and lawn maintenance.
4. Be self-motivated and enjoy working outdoors.
5. First Aid and CPR training will be considered an asset.

Working Conditions

• 24 hours per week year-round
• Scheduling consists of day, night and weekend shifts.
• Work is performed both inside and outside.

Wage Rate (in accordance with Union Collective Agreement)

Part Time Rate:  $29.79 per hour job rate

New Hires 80% of job rate

After one (1) year of service 100% of job rate

Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter no later than Friday, October 30, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. to:

Human Resources Department
Town of Kingsville
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario   N9Y 2Y9
Email: Human Resources

        
All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.

The region is an affordable place to do business. Our cost of serviced land is among the most attractive on the continent. Our housing costs are among Canada's most affordable and the proximity to the busiest border crossing in North America makes Kingsville a desirable location. Tourism and recreational opportunities abound with a range of active trails interconnected with waterfront trails and marine facilities.
The Municipality is committed to meeting the needs of our residents, business community and visitors. Our strategic plan is centred on efficient operations, fiscal responsibility, sustainable and responsible residential development, business growth, recreation and culture, public safety, accessibility and exceptional communication to our visitors and residents.

Define the Future
As the ideal candidate and our new CAO, you are an inspiring results focused leader with a track record of business leadership and acumen in progressive environments and will play a key role in realizing our strategic vision. In addition, you are known for your exceptional communications skills, your collaborative nature and commitment to building highly effective staff teams, while ensuring service excellence, fiscal accountability and responsible growth.

Working closely with the Mayor, Council, Senior Management, staff and a variety of partners you will add energy, ideas and direction as we continue to improve our community. You will be instrumental in leading the implementation of our strategic plan while ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of programs and services to the community through a highly engaged team. Your strong sense of fiscal accountability will enhance our organization by ensuring that our municipality is responsible, sustainable and our capital and operational budget is well managed.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS
• Leadership: Significant experience (10 years+) in progressively responsible senior management positions in a Municipality or a similar complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

• Strategic and Tactical Orientation: A track record as a strategic and innovative thinker in a political and service oriented environment with the ability to communicate future vision and translate strategic objectives into successful outcomes in a fiscally accountable fashion while fostering a positive and innovative workplace.

• People Leadership: Experience and ability to provide exceptional leadership to staff and to build enthusiastic, high performing staff teams in a unionized environment; this includes knowledge of employment and labour legislation and collective agreement administration.

• Relationships and Partner Engagement: Experience and ability to build productive external alliances and partnerships and to deliver common solutions and results.

• Planning and Growth: Experience in community planning, development and sustainable residential and business growth is preferred.

• Service Excellence and Business Transformation: Ability to demonstrate customer service excellence across the organization through effective delivery of innovative programs and services to our community in time-sensitive and changing environments.

• Legislation and Processes: Thorough working knowledge of Municipal and Employer-related legislation, regulations and issues, municipal government structures, operations, financial and reporting processes.

• Communications: Excellent ability to communicate effectively and address concerns, complaints and requests with tact, discretion, political sensitivity and diplomacy in situations of great importance to the municipality; excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.

To explore this opportunity please apply via email by July 24, 2020 to careers@waterhousesearch.ca

quoting project KV-CAO. Should you wish to speak to our Executive Recruiter or to receive a detailed position description please contact:

Jon Stungevicius

416-214-9299 x1

jon@waterhousesearch.com

or

Amy Oliveira

416-214-9299 x4

amyoliveira@waterhousesearch.com

1) Completion of assigned work orders.
2) Inspect, maintain, and install water distribution lines and service lines. 
3) Main break repairs. Service installation and repairs.
4) Fire hydrant and valve operation and repairs.
5) Flushing programs and maintaining chlorine residuals.
6) Locating water mains, water services, street light cable, sanitary and storm manholes, and private clean outs.
7) Commissioning new water mains.
8) Installation and repair of meters, fittings, wire and remotes.
9) Inspect, maintain, repair and install wastewater mains and service lines.

The requirements of the position includes:
• Operator-in-Training or Class 1 Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection minimum requirement with the expectation of obtaining Class 2 Water Distribution certification within two years from date of hire
• Knowledgeable in the operation of computer software and handheld GPS units.
• Heavy equipment experience considered an asset
• Class DZ driver’s license

Wage Rate (in accordance with Schedule “A” of the Collective Agreement.)
2020 Wage Ranges: $30.75 to $32.97
Interested applicants must submit a resume to the Human Resources Manager no later than Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. to:
Human Resources Department
Town of Kingsville
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9
Email: Human Resources

All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accommodations under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.