Summary
Description
Everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, supported and loved.
FearIsNotLove (the new brand evolution and operator of Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter) works to inspire and build a dignity driven movement, cultivating communities that are free from domestic violence and abuse. We serve all people to live free from fear, neglect, violence, and abuse through a comprehensive range of innovative programs and services; from prevention and education, to counselling and emergency supports.
The agency plays an important role in the daily lives of individuals and families living with fear in their close relationships. In whatever way domestic violence impacts a person; whether they are a victim, someone who uses abuse and wants to change, or someone who knows another person being abused—FearIsNotLove is here to help.
Our goal is to help people to have violence-free lives, to live without fear, and get to the ultimate outcome – love. It’s what we all want and need. We are looking for people who want to be part of changing the conversation about domestic violence and abuse.
FearIsNotLove creates safe spaces. We listen, we support, we encourage and we are judgement-free. We are relentless in our commitment to our clients, our communities and each other. We believe change is possible. At our core is an uncompromising commitment to our team of talented people who believe in our mission. We believe that when people feel empowered and safe, they are able to move forward with the best decisions for them and their family.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Under the Finance Director and with support of the Director of Client Services, manage and provide coverage for Facilities Lead, IT Lead, and Team Lead Food Services
- Act as a strategic leader in operations management, proactively developing and executing plans that improve operations and optimize resources.
- Oversee all building operations, including preventive maintenance, repairs, and improvements for the emergency shelter and other agency properties.
- Identify and implement cost efficiencies related to facilities, maintenance, security, and operational logistics.
- Supervise and monitor performance of Facilities and IT Leads, and Team Lead (Food Services), and related service contractors
- Ensure all agency owned properties comply with municipal bylaws, codes, and health and safety regulations.
- Work with Finance team to develop and oversee facilities budgets, ensuring responsible allocation of resources and alignment with organizational financial strategies.
- Contribute to capital reporting, ensuring proper tracking, planning, and execution of capital expenditures.
- Collaborate with Client Services and other staff to ensure optimal operational support
- Maintain inspections, certifications, and licenses required for the emergency shelter building and associated programs.
- Liaise with vendors for office equipment, telecommunications, and facility-related technology needs in accordance with agency policies.
- Plan and manage workspace needs across all agency locations, ensuring optimal functionality and efficiency.
- Serve as a member of the leadership team, participate in Client Services Leadership team meetings as needed.
- Support capital funding planning, applications, and reporting.
- Build the capacity of the on-call team to be able to respond after hours to some facility related issues, such as knowing which contractors to call on an emergency basis, for which situations.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, maintain police and intervention record checks, and complete required training.
- Other duties as assigned to support FearIsNotLove’s programs.
WHAT YOU BRING TO OUR MISSION
- Post-secondary certification in facility management, operations, or a related field is an asset.
- Experience in project and/or construction management.
- 5+ years of experience overseeing portfolios which include operations logistics, and improvements.
- Experience leading staff formally and informally
- Prior experience contributing to budgets and capital expenditures.
- Proven ability to identify and implement cost efficiencies within an organization.
- Experience managing service contracts and vendor relationships.
- Familiarity with preventative maintenance ticketing systems is an asset.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to lift 30+ lbs. as necessary.
- Willingness to work outside of regular business hours on occasion to respond to facility related crisis situations.
IMPORTANT DETAILS YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Ongoing training and development is a required condition of this position.
- A criminal records search and an intervention record check are conditions of employment.
- If eligible for registration with a professional body, registration must be current.
- In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
Apply to become part of the movement. FearIsNotLove. Be part of changing the conversation with us.
CLOSE DATE: This position will remain open until March 26, 2025 or until filled.
FearIsNotLove is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage qualified candidates from all genders, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply.
We thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
