Assistant Manager of Maintenance and Operations

Planning and Facilities Department

Non-Affiliated M3

Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board

The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students in 91 schools. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives. The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities.

The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

Duties

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land. Reporting to the Manager of Maintenance and Operations, the Assistant Manager of Maintenance and Operations is responsible for Facilities Operations, Security Services, Caretaking Staffing, Labour Relations and performs other duties as assigned by the manager.Key Accountabilities:

Input and oversight into a section of the Operations budget (annually $3 million) including department security (annually $100,000.00)

Manage and approve expenditures and ensure they are in line with budgets

Lead and supervise a team of Planning and Facilities staff

Develop and determine custodial staffing needs to meet Board’s system wide custodial service needs

Departmental hiring including oversight of the unionized staffing process

Conduct meetings related to attendance management and progressive discipline

Provide leadership and guidance to Coordinators and Supervisors to assist them in managing their staff

Administer the applicable collective agreement and take part in the negotiation process as necessary

Participate in the grievance / arbitration process as required

Coordinate and oversee all aspects of facility security services and devices in conjunction with schools and facilities

Administer Board’s security systems, ensuring compliance with Board policies, procedures and standards as well as Government legal and regulatory requirements

Participate on various committees surrounding staff and student safety and labour relations

Required Qualifications

Diploma or degree in related field

Certification in Facilities Management

5-7 years of progressive related experience

3-5 years in a leadership or supervisory role

Strong active listening, verbal and written communication skills align with proven interpersonal skills

Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience preferably in a unionized environment

Outstanding problem solving, decision making and negotiation skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team with an aptitude for working in a collegial and collaborative environment

Ability to interpret department and Board policies and apply them in their day-to-day work

Demonstrated strong ability to build relationships and develop/maintain partnerships

Strong computer skills and working knowledge of the Google Suite of applications

Experience with Security Management software, Facility Management software, etc.

Approaches challenges creatively, commits to continuous improvement and has a can-do approach and persistence to get the job done

Valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle This is a full time (1.0 FTE) permanent position with an annual salary range of $95,214 - $120,9

• An employee benefits and pension package are also provided.The approximate start date will be September 1, 20
• How to Apply: Applicants are required to apply through the ApplytoEducation (ATE) platform by 5:00 pm on July 11, 20
• If you do not currently have an ATE account, you will be prompted to create a free account and upload your resume and cover letter. Interviews:
  
  

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview, you will receive an email including the interview date/time, google meet link and process details.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

You will be required to provide a negative Original Criminal Record Check dated within the last 6 months if successful in the hiring process.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to [email protected] may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at [email protected] prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Information Collection Authorization

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• This information is collected under the legal authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act (R.S.O. 1990 c.E.2) as amended, and may be used as necessary for some or all of the following principal administrative purposes related to: The Ottawa Catholic School Board’s operation, school programs and educational services, student records, and Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Board’s
  
  

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