Director of Economic and Community Development

Autism Services; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 141,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Moose Jaw is seeking a Director of Economic and Community Development to lead long-term economic viability, growth, land use planning and permitting. The role integrates development services, investment attraction, and municipal planning to position the City for growth.

Key responsibilities include strategic leadership of a multidisciplinary team, engagement with investors, and guiding land-use policy while coordinating with government partners to secure funding and oversee agendas

Qualifications

• University degree in Economic Development; Masters degree an asset.
• 10 years of progressive municipal management experience.
• MCIP and RPP membership considered an asset.
• Class 5 Driver's License and access to personal vehicle.
• Thorough knowledge of Planning and Development Act, Zoning Bylaws, OCP and land development processes.
• Proven track record in strategic foresight, market analysis, financial oversight and complex issue resolution.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities, committed to corporate values.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, staff supervision, budget oversight, and an operational direction for a multidisciplinary team across planning, economic development, permitting, and building services
• Serve as senior strategist for economic growth, expanding the tax base, advancing downtown revitalization, supporting business retention and attracting private capital
• Promote the City to investors and developers, business partnerships and lead high-level negotiations
• Lead land use planning, OCP administration, zoning bylaws, subdivision approvals, and building inspection in compliance with provincial legislation
• Collaborate across departments and levels of government to secure funding aligned with strategic priorities
• Act as senior representative in public consultations, council reporting, media inquiries, and Municipal Board hearings

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget oversight

Staff supervision

Communication

Public administration

Education

University degree in Economic Development

Masters degree (asset)

Tools

MCIP

RPP

Job description

Director of Economic and Community Development

Job Order #: 6325232

NOC:40011

Employer Name:

City of Moose Jaw

Wage/Salary Info: $140,904-$176,148 annually

Posted Date: 18-Aug-2026

Location: MOOSE JAW

# of Positions: 1

Employment Terms: Full-Time

Apply By Date: 02-Sep-2026

The Director of Economic and Community Development leads long-term Economic viability, community growth, land use planning, development services, and permitting. This foundational role integrates economic growth, investment attraction, and municipal planning to position the City for development and business expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, staff supervision, budget oversight, and an operational direction for a multidisciplinary team across planning, economic development, permitting, and building services
• Serve as senior strategist for economic growth, expanding the tax base, advancing downtown revitalization, supporting business retention and attracting private capital
• Promote the City to investors and developers, business partnerships and lead high-level negotiations
• Lead land use planning, OCP administration, zoning bylaws, subdivision approvals, and building inspection in compliance with provincial legislation
• Collaborate across departments and levels of government to secure funding aligned with strategic priorities
• Act as senior representative in public consultations, council reporting, media inquiries, and Municipal Board hearings

Qualifications

• University degree in Economic Development, Urban Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce, Geography, Engineering, Community Development, or related discipline. Masters degree an asset
• 10 years of progressive management experience, preferably municipal
• MCIP and RPP membership considered an asset
• Class 5 Drivers License and personal vehicle
• Thorough knowledge of the Planning and Development Act, Zoning Bylaws, OCP and land development processes
• Proven track record in strategic foresight, market analysis, financial oversight and complex issue resolution
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities, committed to corporate values