Business Manager

Business Manager (Full Time - 18 Months Contract)

Why should you join our team?

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city. Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child‑care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more.

We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programmes, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Business Manager (Full Time) – 18‑months Contract with possibility of extension or transition to a permanent role. Brookfield Residential YMCA ary Range: $56,096.00/yr – $70,120.00/yr.

You can make an impact in the community – locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

• Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Premiums paid in full by the Association;
• Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment;
• Program discounts;
• Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
• Leadership award opportunities;
• Scholarship opportunities;
• Paid recertification and training.

We strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following:

• Have an understanding of YMCA Calgary’s mission, vision and values;
• The ability to work within a professional, yet relationship‑based and service‑oriented approach;
• Skills to engage with stakeholders of the Rocky Ridge YMCA facility, community partners, the business community and rental groups;
• Post‑secondary degree in a business or health‑related discipline;
• 3–5 years’ experience and demonstrated success in leadership and management positions;
• Well respected and able to establish credibility with internal stakeholders and external partners;
• Ability to develop and deliver systems, and integrate knowledge of YMCA Calgary programmes and services in determining how to measure impact;
• Strong financial management and human resources management;
• Excellent oral, presentation and written communication skills with strong organisational skills;
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR‑C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organisations:
  Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John’s Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol;
• Evidence of a clear Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search;
• Three professional references required.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Lead and develop business systems and strategies that are aligned with the organisation’s mission, vision and values while meeting the needs of customers and the surrounding community;
• Oversee the facility bookings department including the implementation of all rental contracts, user and booking agreements, and lease holders;
• Implement best‑practice policies and procedures for facility rentals and maximise space utilisation throughout the entire facility;
• Work in conjunction with the YMCA Calgary Marketing and Communications department to create strategies, implement opportunities and take a lead on sales and marketing relative to facility bookings at the Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton;
• Take a leadership role with all Special Events including but not limited to internal YMCA events, tournaments, etc.;
• Participate in Leadership Management, Health and Safety teams and Shared leadership initiatives;
• Build an…