Job Order Detail

Description

City of Moose Jaw is seeking a Director of Community Services. This role is responsible for the effective management of the Citys parks, facilities, recreation programs, urban planning and development services, building standards and land management.

Some duties include:
- Oversee strategic, financial, and operational management of the Department.
- Lead the planning, development, and maintenance of parks and open spaces, City-owned facilities, and urban developments.
- Ensure that bylaws related to parks, recreation, development, and building standards are appropriately enacted, reviewed, and complied with.
- Manage external agreements with third-party organizations.
- Attend City Council, Executive Committee, and public meetings, providing technical advice, presentations, and progress updates on key projects.
- Prepare and manage annual Operating, Capital, and Equipment Budgets.
- Prepare reports and provide recommendations on departmental policies, user fees, and capital plans.
- Ensure compliance with relevant provincial acts and municipal bylaws.
- Take a leadership role during community emergencies.
- Supervise the analysis, review, and processing of development proposals, zoning amendments, subdivision applications, and discretionary use applications.

Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Recreation Administration, or a related field.
- Membership to Canadian Institute of Planners and a Registered Professional Planner of Saskatchewan.
- Ten years experience in a senior municipal management role, with responsibilities in parks, recreation, urban planning, or development services.
- Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and leading multidisciplinary teams.
- Microsoft Office programs and enterprise resource systems.
- Ability to manage large capital projects, budgets, and operational plans efficiently.
- Class 5 License.