Business Manager

Business Manager – Chetwynd Communications Society

Are you a driven leader with a passion for business development and team management?

We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a Business Manager in Chetwynd, BC. Step into a dynamic role where you will oversee operations, manage staff, and drive financial growth—all while being part of a vibrant community in The Peace Region.

We are seeking a proactive and dynamic Business Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our
organization.

This individual will coordinate the activities across various departments with a focus on business
development, staff management, and financial oversight.

The Business Manager will report directly to the Board of Directors and will be instrumental in making key decisions to drive the organization’s success.

It is equally important that candidates understand community-based media and its role in facilitating dialogue by involving members of the community directly in the production process.

Job Title: Business Manager
Salary: $35/hr – $38/hr (Pay will be determined based on experience)
Term: Full-time Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week (full-time), some evenings and weekends
Location: Position available immediately
Deadline: Rolling deadline until position is filled
Benefits: Gym & Pool Membership at the Recreational Centre. Manulife Medical Benefits (Dental,
massage, chiropractor etc.)
Reports to: Chetwynd Communications Society Board of Directors

Why Apply?

This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to lead a dedicated team, shape the future of an organization, and
make meaningful community connections. If you have 3-5 years of experience in business management, a
knack for finance and sales, and a passion for building lasting partnerships, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll do:
• Manage and supervise staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties.
• Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to
measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.
• Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives and procedures, conferring
with the executive members, management team and staff as necessary.
• Understand, implement and enforce the Violence & Prevention safety programs.
• Determine staffing requirements and oversee the interview, hiring and training of new
employees with the assistance of the corporate human resources department.
• Monitor third party business and suppliers to ensure that they are efficiently and effectively
providing the needed services and supplies while staying within budgetary limits.
• Oversee activities directly related to the sales and marketing.
• Direct and coordinate with our bookkeeper our annual revenue, administration and capital
budgets in such a way as to maximize the long term profitability of the organization.
• Set pricing for services in accordance with budget guidelines.
• Plan coverage of events.
• Oversee short-term and long-term projects from start to finish.
• Protect the organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional
publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Always maintain professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity to portray the company in a
positive manner.

What we’re looking for:
• 3-5 years of professional experience in business, management, or finance.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead with confidence and foster a motivated team environment.
• Broadcasting or Journalistic experience would be an asset.
• Excellent understanding of sales, finance and management.
• Experience and working relationship with financial institutions.
• Proven record for performance with set goals.
• Excellent oral, written & listening skills.
• Judgment and decision making skills with ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of
potential actions and choose the appropriate path.
• Ability to identify measures of performance and actions needed to improve or correct
performance.
• Efficient knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, e-mail software and
use of the Internet.

WORK CONDITIONS & BENEFITS
• On site: Work from our office in Chewtynd, BC and visit on our Dawson Creek BC office when
needed. Attend community events on a weekly basis.
• Mon – Friday 9am – 6 pm, but be flexible to adjust when schedule when necessary.
• Be flexible with their schedule for events on weekends.
• Interacts with employees, management, and the public at large.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Occasional car travel from office to events/interviews.
• Gym & Pool Membership at The Chetwynd Recreational Centre.
• Manulife Medical Benefits (Dental, massage, chiropractor etc.).
• Flexible schedule for appointments & errands.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and be part of something bigger!
Review our Peace FM & CHET TV websites, listen to our radio station and watch our
interviews on CHET TV’s YouTube channel and tell us why you should be part of our exciting
team!

Submit a cover letter and resume to our Bookkeeper, Rea Bernabe at rea@peacefm.ca