NOW HIRING

Organization Type: Non-Profit

Position: Operations Manager

Reports To: Board of Directors

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

Salary/Hourly: $70,000 - $85,000

Position Summary:

The Operations Manager (OM) is the chief administrative officer of the Williams Lake Stampede Association, responsible for strategic leadership, operational management, and community representation. Reporting to the volunteer Board of Directors, the OM oversees staff and volunteers, finances, program delivery, marketing, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement.

This role requires a dynamic, hands-on leader with strong business acumen, outstanding people skills, and a deep commitment to the organization’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Governance

·         Collaborate with the Board to set strategic goals, policies, and operational plans

·         Provide regular updates, analysis, and recommendations

·         Foster a positive, inclusive, and mission-driven organizational culture

Staff & Volunteer Management

·         Recruit, supervise, and mentor staff and key volunteers

·         Promote teamwork, accountability, and professional development

·         Oversee communication, delegation, and performance management

Program & Event Management

·         Lead planning and execution of programs, events, and initiatives

·         Manage timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder relationships

·         Ensure alignment with organizational goals and community priorities

Financial Oversight

·         Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting

·         Identify and pursue grant and funding opportunities

·         Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and reporting obligations

Marketing & Community Engagement

·         Build relationships with stakeholders, sponsors, media, and partners

·         Lead marketing, communications, and public relations strategies

·         Act as the public representative of the organization

Qualifications:

·         Post-secondary education in business, nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field

·         Proven success in senior leadership, preferably in non-profit or public sectors

·         Strong people management and team-building skills

·         Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders

·         Financial and operational management expertise

·         Knowledge of marketing, fundraising, and strategic planning

·         Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Preferred Attributes:

·         Experience working with a volunteer board

·         Familiarity with the local community or sector

·         Passion for the organization’s mission and values

·         Adaptable, resilient, and solutions-focused leadership style

Compensation:

A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered, commensurate with experience.

How to Apply:

Ready to lead with purpose? Apply today and help us continue to celebrate the spirit of the Stampede!

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter – cblaquiere@go2hr.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Williams Lake Stampede Association is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.

Williams Lake Stampede Association is grateful to operate on the traditional and unceded territories of the Secwepemc peoples.