Director of Community Services

The Township of Norwich, with a population of 11,367 is one of five rural Townships within the County of Oxford. The Township is currently seeking a self-motivated, highly organized individual for the full-time position of Director of Community Services. This position is responsible to plan, direct and lead community services programs and all municipal facilities, including all municipal owned cemeteries. This position represents the municipality to other agencies and organizations to develop partnerships that nurture the municipality’s community programs, facilities and cemeteries.  The Director of Community Services will report directly to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).

Required Education and Experience will include: 

• University degree in Recreation & Leisure or Public Administration, or related field, with a minimum of five (5) years experience in recreation/administration and facility management or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Managing procurement, preparing and administering department operating/capital budgets, managing various projects, cemeteries, facilities, parks development and maintenance practices.
• Preparing and presenting written reports for Council on diverse topics related to community services including but not limited to facilities, park, recreation and cemeteries.
• Strong communication (both written and verbal) and public relations.
• Working knowledge of various provincial legislations, i.e. Municipal Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSACT), etc.
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset.

A detailed job description is available on our website at www.norwich.ca or upon request.

A comprehensive benefit package and salary range (effective January 1, 2025, is $114,470 to $133,914) will be commensurate with your experience and qualifications. 

Applicants are invited to submit their cover letter/resume indicating how they meet the minimum qualifications by 4:00 p.m., Monday, November 25th, 2024, to:

Mary Winegarden, Human Resources Co-ordinator,

285767 Airport Road, Norwich, Ontario.  N0J 1P0

Phone #: 519-667-2000 Ext. 7616

Email Address: mwinegarden@norwich.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. The personal information collected will be used solely for applicant selection in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.  The Township of Norwich is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon advance notice of specific accommodation required.