Community Development Officer

2 weeks ago


West Nipissing, Canada Municipality of West Nipissing Full time

The Municipality of West Nipissing has enjoyed more than 20 years as an amalgamated municipality. In 1999, Cache Bay, Crystal Falls, Desaulniers, Field, Kipling, Lavigne, North Monetville, River Valley, Sturgeon Falls, Verner and 17 ½ unincorporated townships came together to form the vibrant, growing and prosperous Municipality of West Nipissing.

The people of West Nipissing are friendly, welcoming and outdoorsy. The community is culturally rich and proudly celebrates its Bilingual, Francophone, and Aboriginal roots. Lake Nipissing, the Sturgeon River and the region’s numerous lakes provide an attractive residential and recreational setting for residents, newcomers and retirees.

The Community Development Officer is a dynamic leader and team player responsible for the development and overall management of community initiatives, programming and engagement. The incumbent will work closely with community groups, sports/recreation organizations, non-profits and local businesses to maximize community opportunities, assets, and resources.

**ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Networking and cultivating partnerships with local and regional clubs, organizations, agencies and groups.
- Providing volunteer development and training opportunities.
- Providing customer service expertise and overseeing the day-to-day operations of programs.
- Coordinating and promoting municipal-led special events, initiatives and services.
- Developing and overseeing delivery model for recreation services (i.e., direct programming, partnerships, community development) to deliver recreation services to the community.
- Instructing community and recreation programs where required.
- Assisting with the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget.
- Developing and implementing new procedures, performance measures, best practices and training resources; for programs, services and events.
- Working with the Communications Department to ensure communication and promotional requirements meet the standards for quality and effectiveness.
- Maintaining appropriate data and identifying trends, demographics and quality standards for departmental reports and ensuring community development and special events are relevant/appropriate.
- Working evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
- Performing job-related duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in business administration, social sciences, recreation, public administration, or a related field.
- Knowledge and experience in developing and implementing community development plans and recreation programs.
- Proficient communication skills in French and English (reading, writing and speaking).
- Excellent presentation and report writing skills.
- Experience in a leadership position (in community development, recreations, community engagement, partnership development or capacity building would be an asset).
- Proven ability to develop and support a team committed to excellent customer service.
- Experience working with diverse communities, groups and organizations.
- Excellent computer and administration skills.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
- Experience in event coordination, age-friendly community planning, funding options and grant research.
- Valid Class “G” driver’s license.
- Ability to provide a current criminal reference check (including vulnerable sector check) satisfactory to the Municipality.
- While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-07-28



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