School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson) respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional lands of the Secwépemc Nation, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial.

THE ORGANIZATION: KAMLOOPS-THOMPSON SCHOOL DISTRICT

Located in the stunning surroundings of BC’s interior, the Kamloops-Thompson School District serves approximately 16,000 students, including 2,700 students of Indigenous ancestry, in 49 schools. Our District is dedicated to creating a safe, caring, and healthy learning and working environment that is inclusive of the diversity of their entire learning community. With an annual budget of approximately $251 million and nearly 3,000 employees, our District offers a variety of enhancement programs, including: French Immersion, International Baccalaureate, Montessori, sports academies, trades programs, a K-12 fine arts school, and an elementary science and technology school across 35 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, one Kindergarten-to-Grade 12 school, one alternate education program, one continuing education program, and one Provincial Online Learning school.

School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson) is located on the territory of the Secwépemc Nation and serves seven local bands and the Métis Nation in a large geographical area. The District extends to Pinantan Lake, Heffley Creek, Sun Peaks, Barriere, Clearwater, Vavenby, and Blue River to the north, Logan Lake to the south, Savona to the west and Chase and Westwold to the east.

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THE OPPORTUNITY: MANAGER OF CUSTODIAL SERVICES

As part of School District 73’s management team, and reporting to the Director of Facilities, the School District requires a talented management professional with the ability to oversee its Custodial Department on a cost effective, efficient basis. The successful individual will be responsible for a wide range of issues and needs to be able to communicate effectively with a diverse group of colleagues, staff, public, and regulating authorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Human Resources

• Provide supervision of all custodial staff in Barriere, Blue River, Chase, Clearwater, Kamloops, Logan Lake, Pinantan Lake, Savona, Sun Peaks, Vavenby, and Westwold.
• Area of supervisory responsibility includes approximately 120 regular staff, 30 relief staff, and an Assistant Manager.
• All aspects of managing staff including the internal and external posting, recruitment, hiring, and orientation of staff as well as leading the discipline process when required.
• Oversee the evaluation of staff performance on a regular basis.
• Conduct periodic testing of custodians to ensure safety of equipment operation.
• Provide annual staff training programs to ensure exemplary operation of custodial department.
• Review and revise custodial department job descriptions as required.

System Operations

• Administer the custodial budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and that funds are managed wisely.
• Initiate purchases and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
• Organize and conduct training programs to promote a safe work environment.
• Develop and update custodial sections with building floor plans.
• Review custodial behavior reports and liaise with School Principals on discipline issues.
• Conduct on-going custodial safety programs.

Capital Planning

• In consultation with the other Department Managers, evaluate facility infrastructure to ensure replacement in a timely and cost effective manner.

Other

• Liaise with Disability Manager on issues related to custodians.
• Liaise with Manager of Health and Safety to ensure safety programs are up to date.
• Attend professional development activities to stay current with innovative custodial methodology.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

Experience and Knowledge

• 5+ years prior experience in a similar position.
• Thorough knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations.
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Microsoft Visio) software would be an asset.
• Manager Level Supervisory Courses or equivalent would be an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong interpersonal and people management skills.
• Ability to instill a culture of accountability.
• Able and willing to make tough decisions in a timely manner.
• Believes in union-management cooperation as well as the right to manage.
• Proven ability to develop strong cooperative relationships with staff and colleagues.
• Ability to respond to the public in a positive, non-adversarial, solutions oriented approach.
• Ability to manage department within a set budget.
• Ability to gain knowledge of the operations of the custodial system and develop and implement positive changes.
• Proficiency with computers and a variety of software programs, including a demonstrated knowledge of custodial software.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $104,013 - $130,017, plus an excellent comprehensive benefits package.

TO APPLY

To apply please send your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references in a single PDF to clamont@sd73.bc.ca. By submitting your three professional references you agree that all references will be received in confidence and, therefore, will not be shared with you, except in summary form with no reference to the party supplying the information.

This posting will remain open until 12:00 pm on November 24, 2025.

The District appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

School District No. 73 is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered on the basis of their suitability for the position(s), regardless of the gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, racial origin, marital status and/or disabilities of the prospective candidate.

If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Associate Superintendent John Wiedrick (jwiedrick@sd73.bc.ca).