Director, City Centre

**Job ID**: 2436
**Openings**: 1
**Jurisdiction**: Out of Scope
**Division**: City Manager's Office
**Location Name**: Regina, Saskatchewan, CA
**Type of Posting**: Internal & External
**Employment Type**: Permanent
**Annual Salary**: $140,616.00 - $187,489.00
**Date Posted**: October 4, 2024
**Closing Date**: October 21, 2024
Land Acknowledgement
We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Position Summary
The City of Regina is seeking an experienced and strategic leader for the role of Director, City Centre & Community Standards. This position is responsible for overseeing Bylaw Enforcement, Licensing and Parking Services, and the City Centre, with a focus on strategic and program planning, financial management, and leading a diverse team.
As a member of the City’s senior management team, the Director will contribute to corporate policy development, long-term planning, and special projects that impact the growth and success of the City.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Collaborate with the City Manager, Chief of Staff, and other Directors to develop strategic plans and annual business plans for the City Centre and Community Standards department, ensuring that community needs and department goals are aligned with broader city-wide strategies.
Lead the development of departmental programs and services, set service-level and performance targets, and oversee operational plans to ensure they align with both departmental and city-wide objectives for the branches within the department:
Bylaw Enforcement which is responsible for ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations such as property maintenance, noise control, and zoning regulations by investigating complaints and issuing warnings or citations. Its primary goal is to promote a safe, clean, and livable environment for residents.
Licensing and Parking which is responsible for issuing licenses for businesses, vendors, and specific activities (such as special events or street performers) to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations. It also manages parking facilities, enforces parking regulations, issues permits for street parking, and addresses parking-related complaints. They aim to facilitate economic activity while ensuring public safety and efficient use of public spaces.
City Centre which is responsible for enhancing the vibrancy of key areas such as Downtown and the Warehouse District in Regina. This role involves leading cross-departmental efforts to ensure that all city initiatives in the City Centre are well-coordinated, effectively communicated, and implemented with mínimal disruption to residents and businesses
Provide financial leadership, including input into the annual budget process, development of branch-specific budgets, accurate forecasting, ongoing analysis of expenditures, and implementation of proactive mitigation strategies when necessary.
Serve as a senior advisor to City leadership, offering guidance on key departmental issues, engaging with council members, and representing the City in discussions, negotiations, and consultations with community agencies and other government levels.
Foster strong stakeholder relationships, collaborating with City partners in service planning and ensuring that service-level agreements and partnership agreements are in place when required.
Lead workforce planning for the department, mentor and coach senior management, conduct performance reviews for key staff, and address complex and sensitive employee relations and labour issues, while promoting a culture of safety and adherence to collective agreements.
Oversee departmental risk management, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, development of risk management plans, and adherence to municipal bylaws, while ensuring alignment with provincial and federal regulations.
Regularly evaluate programs and services to ensure efficiency and effectiveness, making recommendations for improvements and ensuring the department remains aligned with City standards and goals.
Key Qualifications
Strong leadership in planning, policy development, financial management, and program evaluation, with expertise in performance and risk management.
In-depth understanding of City-specific and broader municipal operations, particularly in Bylaw Enforcement, Licensing, Parking Services, and City Centre management, including knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, and bylaws.
Proficiency in complex analytical tools and processes, such as statistical modeling, business analytics, and scenario planning, to solve complex financial, programming, and stakeholder management issues.
Ability to balance operational effectiveness with the implementa