Director of Operations

At Sage, a powerful sense of mission influences everything we do. We want every Edmonton senior to live a full and healthy life, to do as much as they can, as well as they can, for as long as they can. To do this well, to strive to be the best we can be at it, we need great people who are eager to join that mission.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing overall operational and administrative leadership, strategic planning, overseeing projects and program development, and Employee and Volunteer management. This individual will also develop, implement and directly supervise the Community Animation Program (Asset-Based Community Development), lead the redevelopment of the volunteer program, and provide support related to the Board of Directors.

Sage is committed to promoting a community where all seniors are valued and have the opportunity to live according to their beliefs, abilities, and aspirations. We employ an anti-racist and anti-oppressive approach across the organization, and work explicitly to combat ageism to support the holistic well-being of all seniors living in our community.

Qualifications of this position include:

• Post-Secondary Degree and/or lived experience in a well-being or business related field such as community development, education, recreation therapy, social work, nursing, occupational therapy, business or public administration
• Master’s Degree is an asset
• Undergo Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector
• Access to a reliable vehicle and a valid Class 5 driver’s license;
• Be able to obtain $2 million auto liability insurance
• Have a clear understanding of inclusive, anti-oppresive practice
• Employees are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19

The position is a permanent full-time (35 hours/week) job opportunity. The salary range for this position ranges from $60,753 to $83,164 per annum, based on assessment of the successful candidate’s education, skills, previous experience and other factors. The package includes a 5% matched, defined Contribution Pension Plan, Employer paid Health and Dental benefits and Health Spending Account. Sage also offers an outstanding work life balance for Employees including generous sick leave accruals, 3-weeks of vacation to start as well as paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day, a hybrid working environment, and options for a compressed work week.

For a complete job description, please visit our website:  www.MySage.ca

Please submit your cover letter and resume by email to:

Jade Allen, Human Resources

Sage Seniors Association

15 Sir Winston Churchill Square

Edmonton AB T5J 2E5

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While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.