Community Centre Liaison

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local municipality in Winnipeg is seeking a Community Centre Liaison to support program development and community initiatives. This full-time position involves working with various stakeholders to enhance community well-being and ensure accessibility. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in public services and community development. The role offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Employer-paid benefits

Dental and vision care

Pension plans

Education and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business admin, recreation management, community development, or equivalent.
• Three years of experience in public services administration.
• One year of experience in non-profit administration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between the City and Community Centre boards.
• Support compliance related to the Universal Funding Formula.
• Provide operational support to Community Centres.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Recruitment Details

Community Centre Liaison

Department: Community Services

Designated Work Location: 395 Main Street and "Hybrid with designated work location"

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours of Work: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday

Salary: $2,175.74 - $2,604.65 bi-weekly as per the Community Development Worker 1 Classification within the C.U.P.E Collective Agreement.

Employee Group: C.U.P.E.

Posting No.: 126512

Closing Date: December 4, 2025

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, the City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees, including competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. We also offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to equip employees with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits. We take pride in fostering a diverse, safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work, may be available subject to review and approval. Employees approved to work remotely must be available to return to their Designated Work Location or other work locations for in‑person meetings or tasks.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self‑declare.

For this recruitment, equity may be a factor in selection. In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self‑identify as members of the equity groups listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Under the general direction of the Community Centre Coordinator, the Community Centre Liaison is responsible for supporting the planning, development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of programs, services, and initiatives that contribute to the overall wellbeing of the community and the successful operation of the volunteer Community Centre model in Winnipeg.

The Community Centre Liaison works collaboratively with various internal City of Winnipeg divisions and departments and externally with Community Centre volunteers, staff, and the General Council of Winnipeg Community Centres (GCWCC) to build relationships, trust, and capacity to assist in developing the knowledge base required for the successful operation of individual Community Centres.

The Community Centre Liaison plays an important role in ensuring Community Centres are accessible to all citizens of Winnipeg.

As The Community Centre Liaison, You Will

• Serve as the primary liaison between the City of Winnipeg and individual Community Centre boards and staff related to Community Centre operations and the Community Centre model in Winnipeg.
• Support compliance related to the Universal Funding Formula (UFF) for Community Centres.
• Provide operational support to Community Centres related to their facilities, adjacent athletic fields, and spaces under the Centres stewardship.
• Facilitate communication with other City departments and support exploration by Community Centres of major maintenance and capital improvement projects to improve programming spaces, accessibility, and overall condition of their facilities.
• Coordinate and provide technical expertise related to community demographics, community needs assessments, and suggested approaches for responsive programming to Community Centres and Community Centre District Boards.
• Ensure continuous and consistent communications with Community Centres and contribute to Divisional work, special projects, and other initiatives as required.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, recreation management, community development, political science, public administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three (3) years of diverse and progressive experience in the administration and management of public services, including experience in supporting community development and practices, recreation facility operations (e.g. arenas, parks, sports fields), program development including staff and volunteer scheduling, preferably in a municipal government setting.
• One (1) year experience with non‑profit administration, including board governance, grant program applications, writing and agreements, volunteer coordination, partnership building, etc.
• Strong political acumen and leadership skills with experience providing respectful and inclusive customer service skills including active listening, empathy and problem‑solving while working collaboratively with Community Groups, Citizens and Internal/External Stakeholders to execute identified work requirements.
• Effective analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills while working under minimal supervision.
• Ability to interpret, apply and educate various groups on City of Winnipeg by‑laws, regulations and policies (e.g. Winnipeg Poverty Strategy, Winnipeg Recreation Strategy, Winnipeg Parks Strategy, Newcomer Welcome and inclusion Policy and Strategy, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy).
• Exceptional verbal communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills with experience conducting research, writing reports and briefing documents.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts, and the public.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Office365, SharePoint, and other software applications applicable to the position.
• Ability to effectively communicate in French is preferred.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education that is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service at application.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check (including Vulnerable Sector) satisfactory to the employer will be required from the applicant(s) or successful candidate(s), at their expense. To obtain a Police Information Check please visit www.winnipeg.ca/police.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License. The successful candidate(s) will be required to provide proof of maintenance satisfactory to the employer.
• The successful applicant will be required to provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions of the City’s Transportation Policy.

How To Apply

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume (Required).
• Cover letter.
• Applications submitted without required documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.

Notes

Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/. For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311.

Position Reports To: Community Centre Coordinator

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.