Public Engagement Advisor

2 weeks ago

Airdrie, Canada City of Airdrie Full time

Company Biography1:
As one of the fastest growing cities in Alberta, the City of Airdrie is a recognized leader in building a vibrant and sustainable community through innovation.
At the City of Airdrie, incredible opportunities happen every day in a flexible work environment that is tailored to each department. Our inclusive culture and values create a workplace where we welcome aspiring, driven and creative individuals to help us accomplish our business and community goals. We are supportive of one another, and we have fun while we serve our community. We are passionate about improving the lives of our residents through care and respect; that is the foundation of our organization. At the City of Airdrie, we learn, grow and accomplish great things together.
If you have a passion for building a better community and are ready to join the excitement, we’d love to hear from you
The Opportunity:
The Public Engagement Advisor leads public participation activities for the City by creating a strategy for and implementing public participation initiatives that meaningfully engage stakeholders. The Public Engagement Advisor provides strategic advice and plans to departments within the City to support their business needs and Council’s focus areas. This position provides reporting to help leaders make sound decisions and communicates to stakeholders on outcomes.

Responsibilities include:

- Identify, plan, implement and evaluate strategic, inclusive and meaningful engagement with a variety of stakeholders adhering to the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) standards for community and stakeholder input
- Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Develop an understanding of the City’s key business units, strategy and priorities
- Identify appropriate tools and tactics to meet engagement objectives, including in-person facilitation and digital engagement methods
- Communicate engagement activities through briefings, presentations, fact sheets, reports and other materials to decision makers and stakeholders through various channels
- Be the lead on the City’s public engagement software
- Develop and implement strategies to increase public participation in engagement activities

You Bring:

- Degree in Communications, Public Relations or a related field
- Certified Public Participation Professional (CP3) designation is preferred
- Certificate of Completion in the IAP2 Foundations in Public Participation is required
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in public engagement
- Experience developing and executing strategic engagement campaigns
- Digitally savvy with experience in online engagement and engagement software platforms
- Familiarity with trends, issues and best practices in public engagement
- Experience using a wide range of in-person engagement tactics including facilitation experience
- Experience working with diverse groups within the community
- Strong project management, communication and organization skills
- Strong skills and experience in research, survey design and techniques
- Municipal government experience and knowledge of Airdrie would be an asset
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build professional rapport and work collaboratively with all levels of the organization
- High degree of professionalism, initiative, independence, confidentiality, tact and diplomacy
- High degree of organizational awareness and the ability to prioritize work based on the organization’s needs
- Strong problem solving and decision making skills
- Political acumen with proven good judgement on approaches to political issues
- Exceptional time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects and competing priorities

We Offer:
Along with a competitive compensation program and City paid health and dental premiums, this position also includes:

- Excellent and comprehensive health, dental, paramedical and benefits plan
- First-in-class pension plan
- Career development and tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts, annual adult fitness (Genesis Place, Airdrie) pass, social events, and health & wellness initiatives

Continuous learning through training and development is encouraged as are flexible work arrangements, when possible. We recognize that our people work best when they feel engaged in their environment and appreciated for their efforts and our overall benefits package reflects that.
Additional Information:
This permanent full-time position (37.5 hours per week) includes a comprehensive benefits and pension package.

Please provide a cover letter as a means of introducing yourself and your interest in this role.

Interviewing and hiring may commence prior to the posted closing date.
Next Steps:
Interviewing and hiring may commence prior to the posted closing date.
Company Biography2:
Thank you for your interest in the City of Airdrie.

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