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Manager, Parks and Forestry
Manager, Parks and ForestrySurin Group • North Cowichan, BC, CA
Manager, Parks and Forestry

Manager, Parks and Forestry

Surin Group • North Cowichan, BC, CA
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Roku Merchandising Manager – Platform & Sports

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada and Mexico and we have set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences and provide advertisers with unique capabilities to engage consumers.

From your first day at Roku you’ll make a valuable and valued contribution. We’re a fast‑growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.

About the team

The Roku Content Merchandising team’s mission is to enable users to discover, acquire and engage with all the amazing content available across the Roku platform and The Roku Channel. We partner closely with teams across the company including Content Operations, Product Engineering, Content Distribution and Marketing to build and manage delightful and relevant experiences that leverage both algorithmic machine learning and editorial curation, making it easy for users to get the best entertainment experience possible from their Roku devices.

About the role

The Merchandising Manager, Platform & Sports will be a key member of Roku’s International Merchandising team. Ideally this person is passionate about movies, TV and sports! In this role you will help develop, execute and drive content merchandising and editorial curation across Canada and other international markets, including Roku Platform experiences such as What to Watch, Featured Experiences and Sports.

Ideal candidates are strongly analytical, innovative and creative problem solvers with excellent project management, interpersonal and communication skills critical to working successfully across multiple time zones. Must love working with movies, TV series, sports and other content types to meaningfully contribute to our overall strategy and roadmap, including the development of new concepts in merchandising, product & feature launches, content verticals and tooling.

Must have experience working with content management systems (CMS) and have a foundational understanding of the Canadian and international content ecosystem, inclusive of Canada’s sports landscape. This role requires a deep understanding of sports leagues and their local and / or global broadcast rights. This role will be based in Toronto and report to the International Merchandising Lead.

What you’ll be doing

  • Partner with your Merchandising teammates and cross‑functional counterparts to launch and manage content products across Canada and other markets.
  • Create and execute on editorial plans for a variety of events ranging from global‑scale events like the Olympics to league‑specific games.
  • Be on deck the day of key events to manage game‑day merchandising operations across platform.
  • Support content curation on platform experiences including but not limited to What to Watch, Live TV, Featured, Free and The Roku Channel.
  • Create merchandising strategies for seasonal holidays and trending global and local moments.
  • Pull and analyze data to inform merchandising strategies.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional team members from Product, Engineering, Operations, Marketing and Analytics to drive best‑in‑class curation across the Roku platform in Canada.

We’re excited if you have

  • Bachelor’s degree in film, media, marketing, business or equivalent experience.
  • 6+ years of experience in media content or product strategy with previous experience in Sports FAST and / or Live TV.
  • Strong knowledge of the media & sports landscape in Canada.
  • Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Jira; Airtable and Confluence experience a plus.
  • Able to work early mornings, late evenings and weekends as needed.
  • In‑depth experience working with content management tools (CMS).
  • Ability to multitask, juggling multiple time‑sensitive projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Ability to work within a fast‑paced digital / tech environment.
  • Working knowledge of analytics tools (e.g., Looker and Tableau) and ability to make data‑driven decisions.
  • Comfortable working with AI tools.
  • Skilled communicator with excellent verbal presentation and written communication skills.
  • Experience working with cross‑functional teammates from a variety of disciplines.
  • Ability to work independently but aware of when / how to ask for assistance.
  • French language proficiency is a plus.
  • Accommodations

    Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process please direct your inquiries to .

    Hybrid Work Approach

    Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five‑day in‑office policy.

    Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter and retirement options (401(k) / pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It’s important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location please consult with your recruiter.

    The Roku Culture

    Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast‑paced environment where everyone is focused on the company’s success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We’re independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and short‑sighted decision making. At Roku you’ll be part of a company that’s changing how the world watches TV.

    We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem‑solvers, which itself is a two‑part idea. We come up with the solution but the solution isn’t real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.

    To learn more about Roku, our global footprint and how we’ve grown visit providing your information you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles that you have read Roku’s Applicant Privacy Notice and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future you may unsubscribe here at any time.

    Manager, Parks and Forestry

    The Municipality of North Cowichan (population 31,900) is located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Southern Vancouver Island between Nanaimo and Victoria. Our communities of Chemainus, Crofton, Maple Bay and the South End are home to a multitude of artistic, cultural and outdoor recreational activities. The Municipality provides a stable and varied work environment, competitive pay and benefits.

    We are looking for a dynamic, people‑focused individual for the position of Manager, Parks and Forestry. Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully fostering strong working relationships with community partners, including First Nations, other municipalities and all levels of government agencies while implementing and monitoring the Municipality’s objectives as outlined in the Council’s Strategic Plan and the Parks and Trails Master Plan. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in parks operations and community engagement and who can also provide oversight of forestry‑related activities within the Municipal Forest Reserve.

    Reporting to the Director, Parks and Recreation, this position will require considerable experience providing overall leadership for the development and implementation of improved policies, measures and programs for a municipal Parks and Forestry Department. Effective collaboration with senior management is required and is expected to provide subject‑matter expertise on all horticultural matters. The Director of Parks and Recreation maintains the title and authority of Municipal Forester for the organization and will provide oversight of professional forestry‑related activities and decisions ensuring alignment with municipal goals and regulatory requirements.

    Key areas of focus for the position will be the planning, operation, maintenance, permitting and public use programming of the following North Cowichan public spaces while identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies to prevent or minimize environmental impacts :

  • Parks and trails;
  • Waterfronts;
  • Natural park areas;
  • Sports fields;
  • Boulevards and roadway horticulture and arboriculture;
  • Community services functions (roadside brushing, mowing and street sweeping); and
  • Cemeteries.
  • Required Skills, Qualifications and Abilities :

  • Completion of a diploma or university degree in Horticulture, Recreation, Sport and Tourism, Urban Forestry, Parks and Recreation Management, Parks Maintenance Management, Natural Resource Management, Landscape Architecture or another parks‑related field.
  • A minimum of six (6) years of progressive experience in parks operations and management, including at least three years in a leadership role with responsibility for supervision and project management.
  • Considerable technical and practical knowledge related to managing and delivering diverse regional and / or municipal parks services such as complex park operations and maintenance, visitor services, interpretation services, cemetery operations, sports field operations, resource management, planning and public consultation.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of trail planning, construction, rehabilitation and maintenance practices in alignment with the International Mountain Bicycling Association Guidelines and the Whistler Trail Standards.
  • Demonstrable verbal and written communication skills, including well‑developed report writing and public presentation skills.
  • Considerable experience with budget preparation, reporting and resource allocations, providing year‑end forecasts and identifying and justifying long‑term capital and operating requirements.
  • Experience leading Occupational Health and Safety initiatives and promoting a strong culture of health and safety.
  • Ability to manage a diverse and complex portfolio of work while establishing ambitious and challenging goals.
  • Considerable experience in leading public and stakeholder engagement, consultation, facilitation and negotiation.
  • Extensive experience leading and supervising both exempt and unionized staff, providing coaching, mentoring and developing staff.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships。
  • Proven ability to use good judgment, tact and diplomacy to resolve complex problems.
  • Possession and maintenance of a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License; a satisfactory current driver’s abstract will be required.
  • The position may be physically demanding.
  • Assets :

  • Experience in forestry‑related practices such as silviculture, wildfire risk mitigation, road maintenance and forest education.
  • Knowledge of legislation and regulations impacting land use practices on the Municipal Forest Reserve.
  • Registration as a Registered Professional Technologist or Registered Professional Forester with Forest Professionals BC.
  • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package is offered. This position is excluded from union membership.

    Candidates being considered will be required to undergo a comprehensive evaluation of skills, qualifications and abilities. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a police information check.

    Required Experience

    Manager

    Job Opportunities Coordinator, Sport Facilities & Partnerships

    Division : City Planning & Community Services

    Department : Recreation & Cultural Services

    Branch : Sport Facilities & Special Events

    Type of Posting : Internal & External

    Employment Type : Term up to (2) two years

    Hourly Salary : $45.82- $57.32 (2024 Rate)

    Date Posted : October 22 2025

    Closing Date : October 31 2025

    Land Acknowledgement

    We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota and Métis Nation honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

    Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

    The City of Regina is an equal‑opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive and barrier‑free workplace allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQIAP individuals, people of all genders, people of disabilities and members of equity‑deserving communities, to apply.

    The City of Regina is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we will collaborate with you to address your requirements.

    NATURE OF WORK

    This position is responsible for the provision, coordination, planning and effective and efficient usage of the City of Regina’s sport facilities. This position leads facility allocation and scheduling of arenas, athletic fields, ball diamonds, schools, tennis courts, outdoor rinks, park spaces, picnic spaces and provides support services to special events on City property. The position manages and supervises the sport and recreation facility staff and the central scheduling staff and reports to the Manager, Sport and Recreation.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plans, directs, supervises and coordinates the City of Regina’s sport and recreation facilities, including the provision, coordination, operation and scheduling of the multi‑sport venues, athletics fields, ball diamonds, outdoor rinks, arenas, skateboard facilities and other sports and recreational facilities.
  • Provides input and expertise and contributes to the development, operation and / or maintenance of such facilities.
  • Identifies, coordinates and recommends policies, procedures and practices for the development, delivery and operations of assigned facilities and services.
  • Formulates service delivery plans, processes and performance indicators and measures; monitors effectiveness and efficiency and recommends improvements to related facilities and services.
  • Leads and provides support services to special events on City property, which includes managing various internal and external stakeholders to attract and deliver major sport and recreation events.
  • Develops ongoing partnerships with community‑based sport and recreation organizations for the delivery of programs and services to the public.
  • Provides advice, direction and assistance through consultative services to sport and community recreation organizations related to the provision, operation and utilization of assigned facilities and services.
  • Develops and maintains productive partnerships with volunteer organizations that operate and deliver programs at city‑owned facilities.
  • Facilitates external groups who have partnered with the City to complete project plans or deliver community events.
  • Facilitates, negotiates, develops and manages partnerships and agreements related to facility and service development, operation and enhancement.
  • Ensures community events are delivered in accordance with policy and in alignment with the City’s Vision and Strategic Priorities.
  • Prepares related operating and capital budgets, approves requisitions, expenditures and other transactions within the limits of authority; monitors operating and capital expenditure and revenue budgets and makes recommendations to maximize efficiency.
  • Manages all human resources related activities including recruitment and selection; leadership, coaching and development; performance management; and labour relations issues for direct reports. Ensures a positive, healthy, respectful and inclusive work environment aligned with the City’s Vision and Contemporary Workplace Strategy.
  • Participates as a member of the Sport and Recreation Branch management team and contributes to policy development, strategic direction, setting and business planning.
  • Ensures implementation and adherence to approved civic policies and practices related to the safe, effective and cost‑effective aspects of the assigned work, operation.
  • Prepares a variety of statistical management and committee reports and makes verbal and written submissions and presentations to a variety of stakeholders.
  • Provides customer service and responds to the needs of the public regarding issues relating to all sport and recreation facilities.
  • Manages public complaints and public input processes related to assigned facilities and services.
  • Manages assigned special projects.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
  • QUALIFICATIONS

    Knowledge, Abilities and Skills :

  • Considerable knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of municipal sport and recreation service delivery and facilitation of community engagement, with particular knowledge specific to sport and recreation facility standards, trends, special event planning and program delivery.
  • Considerable knowledge of planning and executing major special events.
  • Knowledge of strategic short and long‑term planning principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of public participation processes, group dynamics, facilitation and team building.
  • Ability to negotiate agreements and develop partnerships through problem‑solving, stakeholder involvement, collaboration, effective facilitation and consultation.
  • Ability to express ideas, requirements and problems effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability and willingness to be accountable for personal performance, the performance of staff and to be an active and effective team member.
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships and partnerships with staff, supervisors, elected officials, external agencies and the public.
  • Ability to provide direction, leadership and guidance to staff ensuring assigned functions and tasks are completed in accordance with division guidelines and policies.
  • Ability to establish and maintain a network of positive and productive relationships with volunteers, local businesses, community groups and the general public.
  • Ability to analyze data, situations and problems, document findings, draw conclusions and recommend required changes and additional research requirements.
  • Demonstrated skill in budgeting, management, reporting and time management.
  • Ability to work with a high degree of initiative, independence and creativity to coordinate strategy and initiatives supporting the sport and recreation facilities’ operations.
  • Ability to translate program and services needs into facility requirements.
  • Ability to use various computer software programs.
  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • The knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position are obtained through completion of a University degree in Recreation Administration or Business Administration with courses in recreation and facility management, coupled with a minimum of five to eight (5‑8) years related experience.
  • WORKING / OTHER CONDITIONS

  • Must have the means and ability to travel within the City of Regina and work flexible hours.
  • Additional Requirements

  • Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina’s Criminal Record Check Policy.
  • Proof of education is required.
  • Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills and knowledge.
  • At City of Regina we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits and growth through educational support and in‑house courses. If you’re passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!

    For detailed job descriptions, CBAs and application tips visit our Applicant & Job Resources page.

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