Volunteer, Board of Directors Position for Cole Harbour Place
Cole Harbour Place is a 200,000 square foot sport and recreation facility located in Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia. We are here to serve and accommodate members of our local and surrounding communities to achieve their personal health and wellness goals. The facility includes pools, rinks, weight room and training centre, dance and fitness studios, spin studio, squash courts, various meeting rooms as well as multiple community-minded tenants.
We are a welcoming and supportive organization, and we encourage applicants from the following groups: Indigenous persons, African Nova Scotians, persons with disabilities, other racialized individuals and the LGBTQIA2S+ community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify when applying.
We are currently seeking a committed volunteer with a combination of specific skills and previous experience in the following areas:
- Legal knowledge
- Government and stakeholder relations
- Not for profit experience
- Passion for making a difference in the community
Position Summary:
Cole Harbour Place is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, which operates the facility through a management agreement with Halifax Regional Municipality. The Board of Directors is collectively accountable for the performance of the organization in relation to its mission and strategic objectives, and for the effective stewardship of the financial and human resources of the organization. Board members are responsible for acting in the best interests of the organization, striving to fulfill the mission and achieve the objectives set out.
Principal Duties:
- Prepare for, attend, and participate in board meetings and sub-committee meetings
- Monitor the performance of the organization
- Approve the budget and monitor financial performance
- Keep informed about community activities relevant to the Society
Time Commitment: 2-4 hours/month (meetings, preparation, consultation)
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should apply in writing with a cover letter, resume and the application form by email to: jheddon@coleharbourplace.com
The Selection Committee will be reviewing all applications. Only those selected for an interview with be contacted further. There will be no appeal process, or any information shared about applicants.
Application Deadline: July 11, 2025