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This position currently falls within our hybrid model, allowing the employee to typically work a minimum of 50% of your time at your regular work location and the other 50% of time at home. As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more. In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees. Hybrid work arrangements may vary from one employee to another and may also differ in the number of remote workdays. These opportunities remain subject to the alignment of operational needs, business requirements, and customer service expectations. Job Summary Reporting to the Director Asset Management, the Manager Asset Management Office is responsible for executing the Corporate Asset Management Strategy through end-to-end process activities, control measures, operational integration and ongoing review and improvement of asset management processes, procedures and documentation at the Region. The Manager plays a significant role in ensuring due diligence for the delivery of asset management improvement projects, maximizing invested party level of service, and identifying and developing solutions. Education Post-secondary degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting or a related discipline Masters degree in Engineering; Finance, Accounting or related discipline is preferred 8 years of experience in asset management or business information management Prior experience related to operations management 3-5 years management experience with the ability to lead, coach, motivate and manage staff Experience developing strategic plans and creating performance metrics and outcome measures to evaluate success is preferred Experience creating innovative solutions to operational and administrative challenges and implementing improvements to existing policies, programs and processes is preferred Experience with asset management lifecycle practices design, operation, maintenance for civil and/or institutional, commercial or industrial infrastructure is preferred Previous experience working in the Public Sector an asset is preferred Professional Engineer (P.Eng) Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) A suitable equivalent combination of education and additional experience may be considered Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Certificate or Diploma or other Asset Management designation is preferred Responsibilities Leads and executes the ongoing asset management strategy and development of knowledge management processes for the Region. (25% of time) Leads quality management for asset management to ensure ongoing improvement to processes and procedures at the Region. (20% of time) Provides leadership in enabling strategic change and corporate vision to stimulate advances in governance, accountability, and the implementation of asset management best practices. (20% of time) Manages relationships with internal and external invested parties. (15% of time) Manages people resource planning for the division or operating unit, determining ideal organizational structures, identifying desirable role and skill mix requirements and ensuring ongoing work quality and deliverability of results. (10% of time) Develops, manages and administers annuals and multi-year Capital and Operating budgets for the operating unit ensuring support of Councils objectives, financial transparency and accountability, monitoring budget adherence, identifying and explaining variances, and ensuring financial reporting is effectively managed in compliance with corporate financial policies. Ensure goods and services are acquired in accordance with the procurement policy. Authorize, and administer the acquisition of goods and services for the operating unit and direct reports in accordance with the procurement policy and procedures. (10% of time) Special Requirements In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate. Must maintain ability to travel in a timely manner to regional buildings for meetings Regional staff strive to enable the strategic priorities of council and the organization through the completion of their work. Staff carry out their work by demonstrating the corporate values. HOW TO APPLY Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrows challenges TODAY! We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We confirm that we do not use AI in screening of applicants, and this position is an existing vacancy. To view the full job description and requirements, visit our Careers page - Job Opening #44290 Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application no later than February 9, 2026 , before midnight by visiting our Careers page at We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr