Special Projects Manager (Recreation and Community Development)

Job Description

Job title: Special Projects Manager (Recreation and Community Development)

Company: City of Saskatoon

Job description: Position: Special Projects Manager (Recreation and Community Development)Division: Community ServicesDepartment: Recreation and Community DevelopmentTerm: 1 Temp Full Time position(s) available for approximately 17 months.Closing Date: 09/26/2024Labour Group: SCMMAPosting: 3635Job SummaryUnder the supervision of the Social Development Manager, Community Development, this position will oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Building Safer Communities Fund project: Saskatoon Well-being and Employment Enterprise Pilot (SWEEP) project for the City of Saskatoon.Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversight of the Saskatoon Well-being and Employment Enterprise Pilot (SWEEP) project.
• Ongoing communications with project community partners.
• Recruiting and/or supporting recruitment for SWEEP job opportunities via:

• Liaising with City of Saskatoon departments; and
• Representing the City to external agencies or groups such as business improvement districts (BIDs), community associations, etc.
• Coordinating and convening project advisory meetings.
• Tracking, monitoring and analyzing SWEEP inputs, outcomes, and expenses.
• Reporting project inputs, outcomes and expenses to Public Safety Canada.
• Identifying gaps or challenges with SWEEP pertaining to project outcomes or operations.
• Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the project budget.
• Coordinates knowledge translation activities in partnership with Communication and Public Engagement, community partners, and advisory committee including a community forum at project end.
• Prepares final project report.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation, Training and Experience Requirements:
⦁ University degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Community Development, Public Administration or a related discipline. Bachelor’s degree is required but Master’s is preferred.
⦁ Four to six years’ experience in development, management, delivery and research of social programs and policy.
⦁ Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence and a vehicle suitable and available for use in the performance of the assigned duties.
⦁ Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
⦁ Considerable knowledge of the philosophy, theory, processes, and practices of social development as it pertains to Saskatoon.
⦁ Demonstrated knowledge and experience in program development, implementation, management and evaluation.
⦁ Knowledge of service delivery by public, private and non-profit sectors related to designated populations.
⦁ Ability to express ideas and concepts effectively, orally and in writing, including formal presentations.
⦁ Considerable knowledge of issues facing Indigenous, new Canadians and marginalized populations.
⦁ Ability to research, collect data, analyze and prepare findings to guide decision-making.
⦁ Demonstrated skill in community engagement, communications, coordination, collaboration, budgeting, and time management.Weekly Hours: 36.67Salary Range: $80,150.88 to $93,935.04 CAD per annum (2023 rates)Diversity, Equity and InclusionThe City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visitAccommodationThe City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca.

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Job date: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 22:15:28 GMT