General Manager

Antigonish Community Transit Society is a not-for-profit, charitable organization providing transit services for Antigonish town and county. Established in October 2013, ACTS operates a fixed bus route, and a book-a-ride door-to-door service. Our services are available to anyone needing access to transit service.

ACTS is currently seeking a General Manager. This exciting opportunity is available starting immediately.

Rate of Pay

• Annual Salary: $50,000 to $55,000

Job Overview

The General Manager reports to the Chair of the Board of Directors and is responsible for all day-to-day operations of ACTS. This includes managing staff, assets, and operations such as dispatch, information, and public relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor receivables, payables, and provide financial statements.
• Recruit, hire, train, and manage ACTS staff and drivers.
• Deploy and utilize resources effectively.
• Maintain public relations with clients, stakeholders, and partners.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and accessibility standards.
• Complete and submit required government reports.
• Develop and distribute public information and promotional material.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Board.

Qualifications

• Experience
• 2 years post-secondary education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with accounting and payroll software
• Basic bookkeeping/accounting knowledge
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in project or program delivery.
• Assets
• Experience with non-profits and Boards of Directors
• Supervisory experience
• Experience with government and grant applications
• Understanding of community transit and promotion
• Experience dealing with the public.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Ability to learn new technology.
• Knowledge of the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Nova Scotia driver’s license
• Criminal record and vulnerable sectors check

Why join the ACTS team?

• To be part of a great team of people who feel strongly about the impact of accessible transportation.
• To assist with delivering this important service for our community.
• The ability to occasionally work from home, as approved by ACTS Board.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and cover letter to antigonishcommunitytransit@gmail.com

ACTS Commitment

ACTS is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, and other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, women, sexual minority groups, and those in underrepresented positions.

Antigonish Community Transit Society