General Manager of Sports & Recreation 

Purpose: 

Under the supervision of the Director of Sports and Recreation, oversees and directs the operations of the Sports & Recreation functions.   

Is charged with the development, execution, and oversight of Operational planning, which will effectively meet the sporting & recreational needs of the community of Kahnawà:ke.  

Roles & Responsibilities: 

To determine and set priorities for Sports & Recreation. 

• Develops and ensures the execution of an operational plan 

• Directs the development of a recreational facility/field usage & enhancement plan  

• Directs the implementation of projects & special events 

• Evaluates program functions and viability to meet future needs  

• Defines structure and functions for sports & recreation 

• Establishes benchmarks for revenue generation.

To manage the operations of Sports & Recreation. 

• Develops and manages the budget for sports and recreation functions 

• Identifies Process and System requirements 

• Oversees the management of resources, including human resources 

• Ensures quality assurance in all service delivery 

• Oversees the performance of the Sports & Recreation functions 

• Establishes policies and standards for Sports and recreation functions 

To establish a network with Community Sports & Recreation Organizations.  

• Represents Sports and Recreation in all sport & recreational matters 

• Develops partnerships, relationships, and protocols for the Sports and Recreation with community sporting & recreational bodies 

• Ensures clear and collaborative channels of communication are developed & maintained with community sporting & recreational bodies 

• Liaise with external recreational bodies  

• Acts as secretariat to the Kahnawà:ke Athletics Commission (KAC) as required.

To support the Director of Sports & Recreation with community sporting events and initiatives. 

• Provide support as needed in the coordination of the Kahnawà:ke Athletic Events Commission 

• Provide support as needed in the coordination of Team Kahnawà:ke at the North American Indigenous Games 

• Provides support as needed in the coordination of tournaments and sporting events 

• Provides support as needed in fundraising and proposals.

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a Related Field, plus one (1) year relevant experience; 

OR 

• DEC in Business Administration or a Related Field, plus three (3) years relevant experience; 

OR 

• High School Diploma, plus five (5) years relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Attributes: 

• Knowledge of all Kahnawà:ke SRU programs and services; 

• Knowledge of MCK policies, programs, administration , and operational procedures; 

• Knowledge of the structure and policies of federal, provincial, and aboriginal organizations;   

• Knowledge of strategic and operational planning; 

• Budgeting skills (projection and monitoring); 

• Management skills (supervision and team leadership); 

• Project management skills (planning & implementation); 

• Facilitation skills (group and interpersonal); 

• Organizational skills (administration and coordination); 

• Research skills (analysis and problem solving); 

• Communication skills (oral and written); 

• Ability to use judgment and take initiative; 

• Ability to work independently and with a team; 

• Ability to communicate in the Kanien’kéha and French languages is an asset; 

• The willingness to learn the Kanien’kéha language is required. 

Working Environment: 

• Five-day work week and normal office environment; 

• Occasional overtime may be required; 

• Some night and weekend work may be required;   

• Considerable stress and productivity pressure.  

Requirements:

Please address your application to MCK Human Resources. Forward your complete application via e-mail only to:   Applications@mck.ca

• Ensure complete applications are submitted, including Letter of Intent and Resume. Incomplete applications may not be considered. 
• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.
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ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE DEADLINE FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED