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$49/hr–$62/hr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Reasonable access and accommodations
Posted 2d ago
Apply by Aug 24
~34 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Joint Use Coordinator manages complex agreements between the City of Edmonton and local school boards to ensure community access to sport and recreation spaces. This role involves leading strategic planning, budget forecasting, and navigating multi-partner initiatives while maintaining political neutrality.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a university degree in a relevant field and at least 7 years of progressively responsible strategic and management experience. Strong political acumen, advanced communication skills, and experience with multi-jurisdictional agreements are essential for success.
Full job description
Are you a strategic leader who thrives on building strong relationships and navigating complex, multi-organization partnerships? The Sport and Recreation Branch is seeking a dedicated Joint Use Coordinator (Recreation Officer III) to manage Edmonton’s vital Joint Use Agreements between the City of Edmonton and three local school boards.
In this independent and high-impact role, you will act as a neutral guide for the Joint Use Steering Committee and its subcommittees, ensuring access to sport and recreation spaces across our community. You will lead strategic planning, business process improvements, and project implementations that align with shared long-term vision and goals. Working with various levels of leadership, you will tackle politically sensitive assignments and navigate diverse organizational mandates while maintaining trust and confidentiality. If you possess exceptional political acumen, advanced communication skills, and a passion for community recreation spaces, we invite you to apply!
What will you do?
Provide leadership, direction, and coordination for strategic planning functions, including Steering Committee and subcommittee business plans, budget forecasts, and briefings
Serve as the principal advisor for problem formulation, strategic solution strategies, and evaluation of outcomes across multi-partner initiatives
Manage strategic issues by conducting thorough research, analysis, and risk mitigation while respecting partner sensitivities and political dynamics
Build, nurture, and maintain collaborative working relationships across all partner groups, engagement participants, and internal municipal teams
Lead the review and administration of Joint Use Agreements, ensuring equal access, shared financial accountability, and alignment with corporate goals
Investigate inquiries and concerns from engagement participants or collaborators, delivering impartial and comprehensive reports to the Steering Committee
Other related duties as required.
Completed University degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Recreation, Business Administration, Arts, or a related field
Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible strategic and management experience
Assets:
Demonstrated experience in board/committee leadership, development, and strategic management
Extensive experience in business process improvement, mapping, and management
Proven track record in project management processes and administration across multiple concurrent projects
Prior experience managing multi-jurisdictional or multi-board intergovernmental agreements
Experience in municipal operations, particularly within sports, recreation, or facility allocation models
Skills required for success:
Exceptional political acumen, system thinking, and the ability to maintain impartiality in complex, multi-partner environments
Advanced communication, negotiation, and presentation skills to influence key decision-makers effectively
Strong conflict mitigation, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in digital productivity tools, including Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Work Environment:
Note: Due to the nature of this work, this position is not eligible for a hybrid work arrangement
The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance
Standard office/indoor environment with frequent sitting, visual focus, and active listening requirements
Occasional local travel to various partner and facility locations across Edmonton
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits
Up to 1 permanent full-time position
Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week
Salary Range: $49.916 - $62.735 (Hourly)
Recruitment Consultant: PG/RF
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
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