Manager of Special Projects
(Full-time exempt position – 3-year term)
Parksville is an active community of urban professionals, families with young children and retirees who have chosen to live in this community for a high quality of life and the region’s stunning natural environment. Located on Vancouver Island’s east coast, 12,500 residents call Parksville home. We are committed to be the city of choice for current residents and future generations, maintaining a clean, safe, friendly, economically viable and environmentally conscious community.
The City of Parksville has an opening for a full-time (3-year term) Manager of Special Projects. The City has a number of high-profile capital projects planned, including an outdoor music stage, recreational amenities, multi- purpose trails and innovative collaborative governance projects.
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Manager delivers a broad range of special projects to achieve Council’s goals and strategic vision. The Manager is responsible for facilitating cross- organizational corporate special projects including managing major capital projects, offering information and advice on corporate work planning and issues related to corporate efficiency and effectiveness.
We are seeking a highly motivated, self-starting individual, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects. This position will appeal to a professional who understands the complexities of local government and appreciates working in a collaborative, fast paced, team environment and is an excellent communicator.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business, Planning/Geography, Science, Political Science, or a related field (Masters preferred). Professional designation in planning, project management, engineering, environmental planning or a related science discipline would be an asset.
The position requires a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant professional experience (public sector policy development as well as objective setting and performance measurement) in a local government setting
including five (5) years’ experience in a management role. Experience engaging First Nations, liaising with stakeholders and conducting public consultation will be of great value to the successful candidate. Knowledge of permitting processes for senior governments would be an asset.
The City offers a competitive salary range ($98,000 – $113,000 – depending on relevant experience and credentials) and comprehensive benefits package, including an earned day off program upon completion of probation. To view a complete job description, visit www.parksville.ca.
Applicants may apply in confidence by providing a cover letter and current resume no later than Friday, May 28, 2021 at 4 PM to the attention of Human Resources via email: [email protected].
The City of Parksville thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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