Community Development Coordinator - St. Albert, Canada - City of St. Albert

City of St. Albert

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St. Albert, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

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As Alberta's 'Botanical Arts City', St.

Albert is a community renowned for its botanical arts, its commitment to a green lifestyle and the cultivation of activities that provide for a well-rounded quality of life.

Our employees provide over 70,000 residents with high-quality programs and services and are proud to contribute to making St. Albert one of the best places to live in Canada.
The Opportunity
Our Community Services Department, Family & Community Services (FCSS) Branch is seeking to hire a Community Development Coordinator.

Reporting to the Manager, Community Strategies, this position is responsible for adhering to the Family and Community Support Services Act and Regulation while identifying local social issues needs and trends which can include:

mental health and wellness, diversity and inclusion, poverty reduction/housing and homelessness, and developing responsive, preventive, high quality services and programs to meet those and emergent trends.

The Coordinator is responsible for engaging community partners and stakeholders in the delivery of services and programs through partnerships and collaborations in order to build capacity within the community.

Specific responsibilities of the Coordinator will include:

Facilitating the identification of community issues and engaging residents and community partners in the delivery of programs and services; facilitating program development, evaluation and reporting; recruiting to and managing community development committees; accesses and advises groups to access grant and other funding opportunities.
Research and analysis: conducting research and preparing reports and correspondence on several social issues in consultation with community partners and as required by Council, administration or department that provides direction and best practice approach for the delivery of social services and supports.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, or a related discipline.
At minimum 5 years of community development and community engagement experience. The position needs an individual who has superior evaluation, outcomes and tracking skills that can ensure deliverables are met and reported.
Certification in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training or SafeTALK.
First Aid/CPR Certification.
The position requires an individual who is proficient in program development, fund development, research and report writing.
The ability to develop relationships and support collaborative work is also essential as the role also requires significant engagement with internal and community partners.
A strong understanding of the 7 determinants of poverty would be a benefit in the role.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required; confidence using PowerPoint would be a definite asset.
A Class 5 Drivers License and access to a vehicle is required.
Prior supervisory experience is desirable as the Coordinator may recruit, supervise and evaluate practicum students, volunteers and contract staff.

Hours of Work

This position works a compressed schedule of 72 hours bi-weekly (Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 with a regular day off every two weeks).

There will be requirements for extra and evening hours, and travel to attend local and regional meetings.
Compensation
$79,053 - $97,296 per annum. In addition, the City of St. Albert offers a comprehensive benefit package including a defined benefit pension plan.
Application Information

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:

Applications will only be accepted to 10:00 p.m. MST on the closing date.
Please note that the City conducts most interviews via video conference and will provide a link and instructions to applicants selected for an interview.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The successful applicant will be required to obtain a satisfactory police information check.
Valid Class 5 Drivers License and a personal vehicle for work use are required.

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