operations manager - administrative services

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services - CFMWSEdmonton, ABJob Bankfoilsithe 25/09/2026
Riachtanach:Senior

CFMWS - WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we?re more than just a workplace; we?re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

THE ROLE

As a Senior Operations Manager (Programs/Services) at CFMWS within our Personnel Support Programs (PSP) team, you will be at the forefront of spearheading strategic initiatives and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. From optimizing processes to fostering a commitment to exceptional customer service, you will play a leading role in delivering programs and services to your clients - members of the Canadian Armed Forces and their families.

In this role, you will be a strategic business leader, skilled in planning and managing the operations and delivery of all programs and services, including hospitality (messes), physical fitness, sports, recreation, health promotion, special interest activities and community service programs. You understand the value of building strong relationships and will be the trusted advisor for your team and external stakeholders at your location.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring our business plans and financial objectives are met. You will report and recommend corrective actions for any discrepancies, ensuring our operations stay on track. Your expertise in developing and implementing budgets and business plans will be crucial as you monitor revenues and expenses to maintain financial health. You will control assets and authorize financial transactions within the approved budget, ensuring responsible financial management.

If you have a customer-centric mindset, are adaptable and maintain a constant focus on business, we invite you to become a part of our team!

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Bachelor?s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Physical Education, Recreation, or Health Promotion, AND several years of management experience in a related field

Experience

In planning, managing, controlling and evaluating the operations and delivery of multi-business operations

In providing advice and guidance

In business and strategic planning

In managing projects

In financial administration

In budget administration

In personnel administration

In writing, interpreting and applying policies, procedures, regulations and applicable legislations

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge,