Community Development Coordinator

Job Responsibility:

Job Brief

This position is responsible for programming and community development in the service area through direct programming, indirect provision/ facilitation, and collaboration with existing and potential volunteer service providers.

Employment Status: Temporary Full-Time Union: CUPE 855 Inside Open To: Internal/External Applicant(s) Closing Date: 20/06/24 Duration (if temporary): Up to 18 months Job Brief: Under the direction of the Community Partnership and Programs Supervisor, this position is responsible for programming and community development in the service area through direct programming, indirect provision/ facilitation, and collaboration with existing and potential volunteer service providers. Description:

Wage $34.78 - $37.62 hourly (2023)

Reports to Programs Supervisor

Department Community Services - Parks, Recreation and Culture Division

Location Lindsay, ON

Hours Normal Working Hours 35 hours per week, possible Saturdays. General office environment. Some travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes may be necessary in accordance with job requirements.

The City of Kawartha Lakes invites applications to join our team of Community Development Coordinators .

When you come to work for the City of Kawartha Lakes, you are joining a community of municipal workers who take pride in knowing that every day you are having a positive impact in the community. Our mission is to deliver the highest standards of municipal services while creating a healthy and sustainable future for all Kawartha Lakes' residents and businesses. Our work supports our values of Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork and we want you to Jump In with us!!

We are an equal opportunity employer which values equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We foster a safe and creative work environment, where training and skill development are prioritized, with opportunities and support for career advancement. As a team member at the City of Kawartha Lakes, you may be entitled to the following: Flexible work hours, remote and hybrid working arrangements, OMERS pension (defined benefit), employer paid benefits package including short and long term disability income replacement, education reimbursement, and other programs that foster innovation, leadership, and career advancement.

• Ensure a high degree of innovation and quality in services, respond to the changing interests and demographics of the community
• Establish short and long term marketing and promotional plans in cooperation with the Division staff and monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the strategies
• Prepare and monitor budgets for the delivery of programs/special events in the service area
• Investigate and initiate new programs, events, partnerships, sponsorships and other sources of revenue for the City's Parks, Recreation and Culture Division
• Responsible for program registration and administration through the CLASS software system
• Prepare regular program/event reports outlining all activities, results, and recommendations, including changes to Division policies and procedures
• Provide facilitation/resource services and volunteer development to area cultural groups, sports organizations and community associations
• Provide support to facility booking inquiries and reporting
• Handle day-to-day complaints and inquiries as requested, attend various public meetings and liaise and support community volunteer groups (including all volunteer hall committees)
• Actively establish and facilitate community development initiatives while maximizing facility usage and revenue generation
• Assist with selection of staff, training, advising and guiding part-time, students, and volunteer staff in performance of tasks and duties relating to community program activities
• Occasional travel to various work locations is required to fulfill the job duties of the position
• Perform other related duties as assign

Skills/Education Required

• Post-secondary diploma in Recreation Studies or Marketing or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment
• Experience with all aspects of recreation programming and revenue generation including but not limited to, health and fitness, children/adult/senior activities, special events, corporate advertising and sponsorships
• Ability to generate creative and innovative revenue generation opportunities that meet demonstrated needs in the area
• Must have current First Aid and CPR Certification
• HIGH FIVE Accreditation preferred
• Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to function positively in a diverse range of teamwork situations
• A highly developed sense of tact and diplomacy when working with individuals and groups
• Excellent leadership, administration, interpersonal and communication skills with a proven focus on customer service, complemented by superb organization, team building and multi-tasking skills
• Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management
• Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by municipal policies and procedures
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search will be required
• Applicants must be prepared for online skill assessments