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Utility Services Divisional Manager (Permanent, Full-Time) - (1834) Close Date January 31, 2026 Position Overview At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrierfree recruitment for everybody everyday. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives. We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organizationwide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canadas Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of bigcity amenities with smalltown ambience. This is Kamloops! Lets make Kamloops shine! Join our team today. The permanent, fulltime Utility Services Divisional Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the Citys utility services, ensuring safe, reliable, and sustainable delivery of water, wastewater, Solid Water, and related infrastructure services. This role oversees staff, budgets, regulatory compliance, and longterm planning, while driving continuous improvement, asset management, and service excellence in support of community needs. For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. The successful candidate must have the following qualifications: A minimum of seven to ten (710) years of senior level management experience in a multifunctional municipal government setting. Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills and public relations skills. Experience preparing and managing large operating budgets. Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills. Demonstrated knowledge of applicable utility and solid waste regulations and legislation, including provincial and federal acts and regulations, WorkSafe BC regulations, and federal and provincial compliance reporting/monitoring requirements. Demonstrated knowledge of municipal utility operations, maintenance and repair. Collaborative and confident leader who works well with others in a high pressure, fast paced environment. Valid Class5 BC Drivers License. The annual salary for this position is with a pay grade system starting at $165,736.35 ranging to $179,548.20. The City offers a comprehensive benefit package including generous vacation and an Earned Days Off program. Along with these benefits, the City provides access to fitness facilities, various instructed programs, and community volunteer/engagement opportunities. This is an exempt Management position. This posting will remain open until filled. This posting may close anytime after January31,2026 if a qualified candidate is found. Hours & Days of Work Monday Friday 8:00AM 4:00PM (37.5 hours) Hourly Rate $165,736.35 annually Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by email at or in person at 6510 Lorne Street so we can better support you. External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements for each job you apply. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted. Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers. #J-18808-Ljbffr