Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the full-time, permanent position of Operations Supervisor, Youth Worx Program in the Recreation Programming division of Parks & Recreation.
Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for managing several business operations that are part of the Youth Worx Program. (Youth Worx Cafés, Canteens, Green Cart Delivery & Repair). This position supports front-line staff as they support the youth program participants. In addition, the Operations Supervisor oversees facility maintenance and safety at several Youth Worx locations fleet vehicle operations. Business operations include paper recycling/collection services, organic green cart delivery and repair services, and food service at various café sites. The Operations Supervisor is accountable for over $650,000 in revenue and $1,600,000 in expenditures annually and provides continuous coaching, guidance, support, and supervision to full-time staff.
This position is specifically responsible for the Green Cart, Paper Recycling and Fleet operations.
More information on the Youth Worx Program can be found here: www.halifax.ca/youthworx
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of employability/soft skills and/or the Employability Skills Assessment Tool (ESAT)Demonstrate written and oral communication skillsAbility to supervise a constantly changing and inexperienced youth at-risk work group in a labour-intensive environmentDemonstrate ability to effectively handle escalated and difficult customersDemonstrate ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve in a fast-paced, stressful working environmentAbility to make decisions relative to urgency, importance and public scrutinyDemonstrate organizational, supervisory, and administrative abilitiesDemonstrate interpersonal skillsAbility to work as a team leader or team member in a diverse environmentAbility to manage a large workforce in a labour-intensive environmentWorking knowledge of computer programs including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, AccessJoint Occupational Health and Safety Committee Certification Courses, including Accident Investigation, Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee and Workplace InspectionWORK STATUS: Permanent, full time.
HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Must be flexible/some evening and weekend work required.
SALARY: Non-Union level 6. $72,370 - $85,141 per hour.
WORK LOCATION: Youth Worx Program Facility (1300 St. Margarets Bay Road, Beechville)
CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received until 11:59 pm on Tuesday, July 15, 2025
COMPETENCIES: Valuing Diversity, Analytical Thinking, Conflict Management, Customer Service, Risk Management, Values & Ethics, Managing Change, Developing Others
Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.
To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.
During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link; Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax.
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