Salary Range: $105,000.00 To $120,000.00 AnnuallyDirector of Facilities and OperationsVANCOUVER ART GALLERYRegular, Full-TimeThe Vancouver Art Gallery is at an important moment. With a new purpose-built gallery on the horizon and a facilities function that touches every corner of the organization, this is not a role for someone who wants to manage from behind a desk.Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance & Administration, the Director, Facilities & Operations is responsible for the day‑to‑day operation and long‑term stewardship of the Gallery's physical plant, building systems, security operations, and the teams that keep everything running. You will work alongside a capable and experienced group of tradespeople and security professionals who know their work well and are looking for a leader who earns their trust, helps them make better decisions, and removes the obstacles in their way.This role is ideal for someone who is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves and thinking strategically, who sees process modernization as an opportunity rather than a burden, and who wants to grow into a role that will expand significantly as the Gallery's new building project advances.WHAT YOU WILL DOFacility OperationsLead the daily operations of the Gallery's physical plant, ensuring building systems, maintenance, janitorial services, and HVAC operate to institutional and museum standardsBe present, visible, and hands‑on with the team; this is not a purely administrative roleIdentify inefficiencies, document processes, and implement practical improvementsCoordinate departmental work requests, prepare work orders and supporting documentation, and ensure follow‑throughDevelop and maintain preventative maintenance programs, lifecycle plans, and asset replacement schedulesEnsure compliance with WorkSafe BC, WHMIS, and all Occupational Health & Safety requirements, including active participation on the Joint OHS CommitteeMaintain facility documentation including operating manuals, emergency and fire safety plansCoordinate with external contractors, establish specifications, and hold vendors accountable to those standardsSupport event set‑up, strike, and coordination in a high‑traffic, high‑profile public environmentMonitor building trends and emerging practices; bring creative, well‑reasoned recommendations to leadershipSecurityOversee Gallery security operations,



ensuring the safety of the building, the collection, staff, and visitorsSupport development and implementation of security policies, systems, and operational plansLead evaluation and modernization of security technology, including CCTV, access control, and monitoring systemsCoordinate with the City of Vancouver, Vancouver Police Department, and emergency servicesBuild genuine, trust‑based relationships with a unionized team that is experienced and self‑sufficient but needs a decision‑making partnerBe the leader people come to when something is unclear, or needs escalating or judgmentRecruit, onboard, and develop staff in collaboration with People & CultureAdminister collective agreements and manage labour relations matters professionallyProvide coaching and feedback; address performance issues in a timely and respectful mannerModel respectful and inclusive workplace behaviour through a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, including Indigenous ways of being, ensuring these principles are embedded in all the work we doDevelop and manage the departmental budget in collaboration with the Senior Director of Finance & AdministrationTrack and report on expenditures against budget monthly; identify variances and recommend corrective actionEnsure GL codes and budget‑to‑actual reporting are current and accurate in the Gallery's financial systemOversee procurement of supplies and services within established budgetsManage vendor relationships proactively, including payment prioritization and issue escalationStrategic Planning & New Gallery DevelopmentContribute to long‑term facilities planning and capital project scoping as the Gallery prepares for a new buildingProvide technical and operational input on new building design, equipment requirements, systems planning, and staffing modelsIdentify and implement sustainable,



innovative practices across facilities and security operationsSupport the Senior Director in preparing materials for leadership and board‑level discussion on facilities strategyWHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLEYou have at least seven (7) years of progressive experience in facilities, building operations, or a related field, including meaningful leadership experience in a complex, public‑facing organization. You have worked in or alongside unionized environments and understand how to build credibility with trades and operational staff.More than your credentials, we are looking for someone who is curious, practical, and relationship driven. You document what you find, communicate clearly with people at every level, and take pride in leaving things better than you found them.Minimum three (3) years in a people management role, preferably with unionized staffDemonstrated experience modernizing processes or systems in a facilities or operations contextStrong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and life safetyComprehensive knowledge of WorkSafe BC, WHMIS, and OHS requirements; active JOHSC experienceis a strong assetExperience managing vendor relationships and holding contractors accountable to specificationsFinancial literacy: ability to build, manage, and report on departmental budgetsExcellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present ideas and recommendations clearly to non‑technical audiencesUniversity degree in business administration, engineering, facilities management, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceFacilities Management Professional (FMP) designation or Fifth Class Power Engineering Certification is a robust assetExperience in a museum, heritage building, or cultural institution is an assetExperience contributing to capital or new building projects is an assetCOMPENSATION AND WORK ENVIRONMENTThis is an excluded (non‑unionized), permanent full‑time position based at the Vancouver Art Gallery in downtown Vancouver.Salary: $105,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience and education.WHAT WE PROVIDE FOR YOUThe Vancouver Art Gallery offers full‑time and regular part‑time employees with extended medical and dental coverage, long‑term disability and life insurance, joint employer/employee pension contributions, and generous vacation entitlements.Please note that only applicants with Canadian citizenship, permanent residency or a valid work permit will be considered.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director Of Facilities & Operations - $105,000 - $120,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Vancouver Art Gallery
📍 Toronto