Job Postings

Are you a public works professional that is passionate about public service and contributing to your community? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, where constant improvement is the norm?  Are you an innovator always seeking creative solutions to complex issues?

If you believe providing quality services to our residents while valuing the people who deliver those services, then the District of Invermere wants you!

The Position:

Reporting to the Director of Public Works & Operations, the Public Works Manager is responsible for ensuring effective management and operation of the Public Works department.  The Public Works Manager will provide technical support, leadership, and direction to our public works staff and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the municipal water system, wastewater system, storm water collection, street, parks/green spaces, trails, cemeteries, fleet, facilities, and landscape maintenance. Other responsibilities will include assisting the Director with policy development, program planning, fiscal management, and administration.

The Public Works Manager supervises a team of 15-20 staff and oversees the tasks required to compete the work required of the Public Works Department in conformance with the CUPE Union Agreement, all District Policies and Bylaws, and any other governing rules or regulations.

In addition to the regular work listed above the Manager is required to assist in emergencies and arranging equipment during power outages and may be required to undertake other duties as assigned from time to time by the Director or the Chief Administrative Officer.

The position is based on 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with an hourly rate range of $50-56 per hour based on the level of certification.   Additionally, this position includes extended health & dental benefits and enrollment in the Municipal Pension Plan.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a team dedicated to creating a vibrant, sustainable, complete, and livable community.

The District of Invermere is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team. If your experience and education have prepared you for success in this role and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, we invite you to apply. Please submit your cover letter, resume, required certifications, and a current driver’s abstract for consideration by the application deadline.

How to apply:

This position will remain open until an applicant has been hired. Persons interested in applying for this position are invited to submit their resumes to:

District of Invermere

Attn: Kindry Dalke, Director of Corporate Services

Box 339, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0

Email: corporateservices@invermere.net

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

For a more detailed description of the position, please visit the below link.

https://invermere.net/operations/general/career-opportunities/

This opportunity may remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

We appreciate all applicant’s interest; however,

only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.