Director - Public Affairs

City of Grande Prairie; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The City of Grande Prairie invites applications for Director of Public Affairs to lead communications, marketing, engagement, government relations, advocacy, and executive correspondence. You will work with Council, the CAO, and CLT to craft integrated strategies that advance priorities and strengthen the city’s reputation.

As senior advisor on communications, media relations, crisis communications, and intergovernmental affairs, you will guide a team delivering transparent, coordinated

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership experience in public affairs, communications, marketing, stakeholder engagement, government relations, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years experience leading professional teams and strategic initiatives.
• Experience advising senior leadership and/or elected officials on communications and government relations matters.
• Experience leading media relations, crisis communications, issues management, and corporate branding initiatives.
• Experience planning, managing, and reporting on departmental budgets and resources.
• Experience leading complex projects and building collaborative relationships with government partners, community stakeholders, and external organizations.

Responsibilities

• The Director, Public Affairs provides leadership for the City’s communications, marketing, engagement, government relations, advocacy, and executive correspondence functions.
• Working closely with Council, the Chief Administrative Officer, and CLT, the Director develops and implements integrated public affairs strategies that support Council priorities, strengthen the City’s reputation, ensure consistent messaging and branding, foster meaningful stakeholder and community relationships, and enhance public trust.
• The position serves as the City’s senior advisor on communications, media relations, crisis communications, public engagement, and intergovernmental affairs while leading a team responsible for delivering coordinated, effective, and transparent communications that advance Council’s strategic priorities and promote a positive corporate image.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic communications

Media relations

Crisis communications

Government relations

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

University degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field

Job description

Our Public Affairs Department islooking for a dedicated Director to join the team.

Our City is a vibrant, growing community located inthe beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providingexceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents.Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play.

Position Responsibilities

The Director, Public Affairs provides leadership for the City’s communications, marketing, engagement, government relations, advocacy, and executive correspondence functions. Working closely with Council, the Chief Administrative Officer, and CLT, the Director develops and implements integrated public affairs strategies that support Council priorities, strengthen the City’s reputation, ensure consistent messaging and branding, foster meaningful stakeholder and community relationships, and enhance public trust.

The position serves as the City’s senior advisor on communications, media relations, crisis communications, public engagement, and intergovernmental affairs while leading a team responsible for delivering coordinated, effective, and transparent communications that advance Council’s strategic priorities and promote a positive corporate image.

Qualifications

• University degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Progressive leadership experience in public affairs, communications, marketing, stakeholder engagement, government relations, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience leading professional teams and strategic initiatives.
• Experience advising senior leadership and/or elected officials on communications, reputation management, public engagement, and government relations matters.
• Experience leading media relations, crisis communications, issues management, and corporate branding initiatives.
• Experience planning, managing, and reporting on departmental budgets and resources.
• Experience leading complex projects and building collaborative relationships with government partners, community stakeholders, and external organizations.

Hours

The standardworkweek consists of an average of 40 hours, with the specific schedule beingdetermined by the immediate supervisor.

Compensation

Salary range $58.79 - $75.98 per hour as per the Out-of-Scope Agreement.

Benefits

• Comprehensivebenefits package. WhatWe Offer | City of Grande Prairie (cityofgp.com)

Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Grande Prairie is committedtobuilding and sustaining an inclusive work environment composed of individualswith unique experiences, perspectives, talents, and contributions who welcome,support, respect and value all members of the community.

Selection Process

We appreciate your interest in our organization,and we thank you in advance for your application. Candidates selected for aninterview will be notified via phone or email.