Community Development Coordinator

City of Victoria BC; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government is seeking a Community Development Coordinator responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating policies and programs that promote the economic and social vitality of downtown Victoria. Candidates should have a relevant undergraduate degree and at least 3 years of related experience. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement and requires strong organizational skills, familiarity with urban planning principles, and the ability to foster community engagement. Applications must be submitted via the city’s career portal.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven ability to motivate staff and work collaboratively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs to promote downtown vitality.
• Coordinate Arts and Culture programming.
• Liaise with businesses and community organizations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Urban planning principles

Community development knowledge

Proposal composition

Leadership skills

Education

University undergraduate degree in Planning, Commerce or Community Development

Tools

Word processing and spreadsheet software

Job description

Competition Number: 26/10

Posting Scope: Internal / External

Posted Date: January 15, 2026

Closing Date: January 29, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Business & Community Relations

Posting Type: Continuous (Regular Full-Time)

Work schedule: Monday to Friday (35 hour work week)

Salary: $ 52.96 per hour, Pay Grade 16

Job Code: 4168

Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position

Number of Vacancies: 1

WORK FROM HOME

The successful candidate for this posting may be eligible for participation in a hybrid, work from home arrangement in alignment with the City’s Work from Home Policy. Such arrangements are determined with each employee and subject to change based on operational needs and policy direction.

FLEX

The successful candidate for this vacancy would participate in a modified work week, earning a flex day off each bi-weekly period by working additional time each day. Modified work weeks established in accordance with the CUPE Local 50 Collective Agreement and are subject to change.

POSITION FUNCTION

Reporting to the Manager of Arts, Culture and Events, the Community Development Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, administering, and evaluating the policies, programs and projects that promote the economic and social vitality of downtown Victoria and its neighbourhood commercial areas.

KEY DUTIES

• Coordinate, assign, review and participate in the work of the staff responsible for delivering the Arts and Culture programming.
• Develop, implement, administer, and evaluate policy, programs and projects related to commercial and public area revitalization.
• Liaise with businesses, neighbourhood associations, and government agencies to explore potential funding and revenue opportunities.
• Prepare budget proposals and monitor program expenditures.
• Represent the City and the Department in an advisory, liaison and resource capacity to assess needs and develop programs and projects with stakeholders from various businesses, government, and community organizations.
• Set agendas and facilitate meetings for businesses and community groups participating in issue resolution and program development.
• Execute the development of strategic programs and projects as directed by Council.
• Respond to enquiries from the public and outside agencies regarding programs, projects, and complaints.
• In consultation with the Communications and Engagement department, compose various communication materials to communicate and promote programming.
• Create reports, project plans, and recommendations on policy and procedures used for program delivery, improvements, and informing senior leadership.
• Monitor and evaluate program delivery.
• Liaise with external contractors and coordinate services as needed.
• Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

• Work is generated by Departmental programs, requests from Council, and the public.
• Work is reviewed through reports and discussions with supervisor.
• Issues which affect policy or are controversial in nature as discussed with supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort

Normal.

Mental Effort

Short periods of intense concentration while preparing and presenting reports. (occasional)

Meet multiple deadlines. (frequent)

Visual/Auditory Effort

Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (occasional)

Work Environment

Office and community program sites.

Work irregular hours. (premium item)

Key Skills And Abilities

• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to understand and apply the principles of urban planning, local government operation and community development.
• Advanced knowledge of, and experience with, word processing, and spreadsheet database related specialty software.
• Ability to research and analyse community development needs.
• Ability to design and facilitate meetings, workshops, and community engagement events.
• Ability to compose and present proposals and policies.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare budgets.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate staff and work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to represent the City to the public and outside agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification

University undergraduate degree in Planning, Commerce or Community Development.

Experience

3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs – only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialised, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.

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