Director of Operations

Canadian Tank Museum; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A heritage museum in Oshawa is seeking a Director of Operations to lead a team for planning and executing museum operations. The successful candidate will oversee logistics, facilities maintenance, and community events. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3+ years in operations management, preferably in nonprofits, are essential. The role offers a competitive salary of $60,000 - $70,000, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Operations Management, preferably in a nonprofit environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Google Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff and volunteers for museum operations.
• Manage budgeting, reporting, planning, and auditing.
• Develop operational policies and promote a positive culture.

Skills

Operations Management

Relationship Management

Event Management

Budgeting

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Google Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The Canadian Tank Museum – The Ontario Regiment RCAC Museum

Job Title: Director of Operations

Location: Oshawa, ON

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Executive Director

Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Application Deadline: 31 August 2025

Looking for a rewarding career in museums and heritage? Would you like to help educate the public on our proud military history while serving your community? Do you have a passion for history? Would you like to assist Veterans in our community and work with our local Regiment and the Regiments of the Royal Canadian Armoured Corps?

Do you have a “Service over Self” attitude and dedication to an important historical mission?

If so then this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for...

About Canadian Tank Museum :

The Canadian Tank Museum is a registered charity and operates a Museum in Oshawa, ON Canada.

The Museum is dedicated to the preservation of our proud military heritage with a focus on Tanks, and military vehicles used by the Canadian Armed Forces, our allied and enemy combatant Nations during the many conflicts of our history. The Museum is home to North America's largest collection of operational historical military vehicles and prides itself on “Keeping History Alive”.

The Museum is also home to The Ontario Regiment RCAC Museum; the official Regimental Museum of Durham Region's armoured unit. The Regimental Museum is an accredited Canadian Armed Forces Museum.

Job Summary:

As Director of Operations you will lead a team of staff and volunteers to plan and execute the many complex operations of our Museum including major events, logistics and transportation of large artifacts, coordination of movie rentals, community event participation, parades and more.

You will also be responsible for managing our many facilities and their upkeep. Working with contractors, volunteers and staff to maintain, repair and improve our physical buildings and property.

This is a multifaceted and multidicipline environment where a successful candidate will bring a wide assortment of skill and experience to the position to complete the objectives and meet the needs of a fast growing organization.

Reporting to the Executive Director; the Director of Operations will manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the museum and it’s administration. This includes but is not limited to the management and negotiation of corporate accounts, facilities maintenance, website and digital assets, donor and sponsor relationships, volunteer and staff management, logistical operations, and more.

The Director of Operations will assist the Executive Director in all duties and responsibilities related to the smooth management of the museum operations and will act as the operational 2IC. The Director must be able to deal with a multitude of varied duties and tasks in a multi-disciplined organization.

You will also work with groups of staff or volunteers on a wide range of projects from planning and executing events, facility rentals and vehicle rentals.

Key Responsibilities:

As Director of Operations you will be responsible for; managing the facility utilities and the expenditures of several subordinate departments ie: Gift Shop, Facilities

Maintenance, Marketing and more. You will be required too:

● Provide inspired leadership for the organization.

● Make important policy, planning, and strategy decisions.

● Develop, implement and review operational policies and procedures.

● Help promote a museum culture that encourages top performance and high

morale.

● Oversee budgeting, reporting, planning, and auditing.

● Work with senior stakeholders.

● Ensure all legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with

laws and regulations.

● Work with the Museum President and Executive Director to determine values and

mission, and plan for short and long-term goals.

● Identify and address problems and opportunities for the organization.

● Build alliances and partnerships with other organizations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Museum Development or a related field.
• At least three years of experience in Operations Management, preferably within a nonprofit environment. Experience in management, operations, and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with donors and stakeholders.
• Understanding of general finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash-flow management. Experience with non-profit organizations an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear planning documents and instructions.
• Experience organizing and managing events.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, industry colleagues in a team environment.
• Proficient in Google Office Suite.
• Knowledge of or experience in Museums and the Canadian Armed Forces landscape is an asset.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• A proactive and creative problem solver.
• Accustomed to working in a volunteer workforce environment
• Passionate about building Museums and Heritage.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary of between $60,000 - $70,000 commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.

How to Apply:

• Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role to [e-mail] in .PDF format ONLY. Applications not submitted in this manner will not be reviewed. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.