MANAGER, SUPPORT SERVICES – SMITHERS
Competition #: 05744534
Employee Type: PERMANENT FULL TIME
Bargaining Unit: NON-CONTRACT
Facility: BV DIST. HOSP. COMPLEX
Location: Smithers, BC
Close Date: MAY 01, 2026
Position Summary
Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking an experienced manager to join our Support Services department.
Reporting to the Health Service Administrator, the Manager, Support Services manages and coordinates Food, Clinical Nutrition, Environmental Services and Laundry Services within and across designated sites. Responsibilities consist of financial and strategic planning and managing the implementation of policies and procedures, capital expenditures, cost control strategies, and human resources practices.
Starting salary will be approximately from $90,770 to $113,462 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics field with three (3) to five (5) years experience in a similar role in an organization or industry of moderate complexity, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Member in good standing with the College of Dietitians of BC and Dietitians of Canada.
OR
• Successful graduation from a two (2) year Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM) accredited college program in food service and nutrition management;
• Courses in management and supervision;
• Five (5) to seven (7) years recent, related experience in an acute care or long-term care facility;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligible for membership in the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management.
Plus
• Certificate of proficiency in Laundry and/or Environmental Services.
• Food Safe Level 1 and 2.
• Experience with CBORD Food and Nutrition, or other diet software, an asset.
• Valid BC Drivers License and access to reliable vehicle.
Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration/consultation with others.
• Demonstrated skills in leadership, communication, mediation and negotiation.
• Demonstrated skills in the application of communications and computerized technology to address communication needs, information analysis and service provision.
• Demonstrated flexibility to work in a fast-paced uncertain environment, under pressure while maintaining priorities.
• Ability to promote stability in an ever-changing work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to think laterally, solve problems, make decisions and take action.
• Demonstrated ability to work diplomatically and persuasively to establish and maintain effective work relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze operational problems and recommend innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work.
• Knowledge and skills in auditing of Environmental Services, food and laundry services in a healthcare environment.
• Proven interpersonal, coaching and effective communication skills, including listening, verbal and written.
• Ability to liaise effectively with staff at all levels of the organization and with representatives in other health care facilities, community agencies and academic institutions.
Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Bulkley Valley District Hospital
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Smithers
Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).
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