Essential Qualifications:

Education:

Degree in a community development, public administration, or related discipline; graduate level considered an asset.

Experience:

Minimum five years of relevant work experience in the areas of community development.

Familiarity with local government, the Saint John economy, as well as regional and provincial economic and demographic trends.

Experience leading initiatives in partnership with various perspectives and cultures. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Strong communication skills both written and oral.

Position involves variable hours, including evenings and weekends, and may require travel.

The ideal candidate will bring lived experience, diverse perspectives, and cultures.

The successful applicant is eligible to work a flexible work week under the City's newly adopted Flexible Time Options Program.

A combination of education and experience may also be considered.

Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letters and resumes to:

City of Saint John
Attn: Hiring Committee
www.saintjohn.ca (careers/employment opportunities)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.