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Description

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

The Director of Community Services reports to the Deputy CAO, and provides strategic leadership and direction to following divisions:
Parks & Recreation,
Cultural & Social Services,
Public Safety, and;
Facilities.  

The Director of Community Services is a key member of the Strategic Leadership Team and contributes to the overall strategic direction and leadership of the City.

The City invests $32 million per year into the operations of the Community Services Department representing 40% of our total operating budget.  The Director fosters efficient use of these resources and identifies opportunities for development of new revenues.

The Director prepares briefing materials and works closely with the City Councillor Community Services liaison to ensure that Council is provided with the information required to approve operating and fiscal policy.

The Director builds relationships with Community Partners and inspires the department to provide outstanding customer service.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated organizational, leadership, planning and communication skills.  Strong negotiation, mediation and facilitation skills.  Demonstrated commitment to change and process management and building team spirit.  Imaginative and creative problem solving skills.

5  10 years related experience, including a supervisory role in a Municipal Government setting is considered an asset.  

A degree in Recreation, Public Administration, Business Administration or comparable.