Economic Development Coordinator (Extended Contract Full-Time)

Town of Collingwood; Collingwood; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package including health/dent

OMERS pension plan

Paid training opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Work-life balance

Job summary

The Town of Collingwood is seeking an Economic Development Coordinator for an extended full-time contract. Reporting to the Manager of Economic Development, the role plans and implements programs to attract, retain, and grow businesses in Collingwood, working with businesses, government partners, and post-secondary institutions.

The Coordinator will provide front-line support at the Business Development Centre and manage multiple initiatives in line with master plans, while maintaining strong

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education including business and computer courses.
• EDAC-related economic development courses are a plus.
• Two years of related experience in Economic Development; municipal experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis to identify opportunities for economic development.
• Develop strategies to attract, retain, and grow businesses with master plan guidance.
• Consult with local businesses and stakeholders to identify needs and support growth.
• Organize and attend meetings with stakeholders on projects and plans.
• Provide administrative support and ensure records management compliance.

Skills

Business support processes

Events management

Marketing

Investment attraction

Tourism promotion

Workforce readiness

Post-secondary expansion

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Customer service

Public relations

Discretion

Confidential information handling

Microsoft Office

Database management

Website analytics

Marketing tools

Social media

WordPress

CRM software

Great Plains

Education

Post-secondary education

EDAC courses

Tools

WordPress

CRM software

Great Plains

Microsoft Excel

Database management systems

Web analytics tools

Job description

Economic Development Coordinator (Extended Contract Full-Time)

Job Id #

2026-30

Date posted

September 18, 2026

October 5, 2026 - 4:00pm

Work Period: December 2026 to July 2028

Job Type: Extended Contract Full-Time

Hours of Work: Thirty-five (35) hours per week

Salary Range: $63,081.20 to $76,658.40 ($34.66 to $42.12 per hour).

A career at the Town of Collingwood is more than a job; it's a pathway to thrive. Here, you'll be partofaleading-edgeteam working together to provide excellent services, progressive and accountable decision-making, collaboration and advocacy based on our values of leadership, integrity, respect, excellence, and financial stewardship.

Ifthisresonateswithyouandyou'repassionateaboutcreatingmeaningfulcommunityimpact, then read on!

TheOpportunity

Reporting to the Manager,Economic Development , the Coordinator, Economic Development is responsible for the planning, coordination, and implementation of economic development programs and services delivered by the Town of Collingwood. The position works closely with businesses and investors, post-secondary institutions, government officials, and community stakeholders to identify economic development opportunities and develop strategies to attract, retain and grow businesses in the area, with the guidance of approved master plans. The Coordinator provides administrative support and a front-line presence at the Business Development Centre (BDC) for the division.

WhatYouWillDo

• Conduct research and analysis including surveys to identify economic development opportunities for the community.
• Develop and implement strategies to attract, retain, and grow businesses in the area, with the guidance of approved master plans.
• Consult with local businesses, industry, and tourism sector representatives to identify their needs and provide support for their growth and expansion.
• Organize and attend meetings with stakeholders to discuss economic development projects, services, programs, and plans.
• Provide administrative support to the Division, including maintaining and updating manual information filing systems as required, and ensuring division compliance with record retention requirements and Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

SkillsandExperience

• Working knowledge of business support processes as well as programs and services available to assist small businesses and larger employers. Demonstrated experience leading corporate events and marketing is an asset.
• Technical knowledge and/or experience in other facets of economic development programs and services delivered by the Town including investment attraction, tourism promotion and support, workforce readiness, post-secondary expansion/attraction, etc.
• Excellent administrative, communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, customer service, and public relations skills, together with the ability to use tact and discretion and to deal courteously and effectively with the public and fellow staff members.
• Ability to multi-task, cope with interruptions and work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines, exercise discretion and good judgment particularly when handling highly confidential/sensitive information. Possess a high level of initiative and personal integrity.
• Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, database management, website analytics and marketing tools (e.g., social media, Wordpress, Customer Relationship Management software), and office equipment. Familiarity with financial management software (e.g., Great Plains) an asset.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education, including business and computer courses. Completion of Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC) related economic development courses is an asset.
• Two (2) years of related experience in Economic Development. Municipal experience is an asset.
• Valid Class “G” Driver’s License and current Driver’s Abstract satisfactory to the Employer. Ability and willingness to travel within the community as required.

WhatWeOffer

• Comprehensivebenefitsandperks:Weofferadiverserangeofbenefitsthatcover health, dental, and family assistance, as well as membership in the OMERS pension plan for a secure future.
• Aplacetoexcel:Wedon’tjustsupportambitions,wecultivatethem.Withpaidtraining opportunities, we help shape the skills that are essential to your professional development.
• Acollaborativeandsupportiveteam:Wefosteradynamicculturethatthrivesonthe spiritofcollaboration.Weencourageopencommunication,valuediverseperspectives, and celebrate the strength that comes from teamwork.
• Afulfillingcareer:Weunderstandthatjobsuccessisrootedinpersonalwell-beingand balance. Our dynamic work environment allows you to excel professionally while also being part of the vibrant, adventurous community that is uniquely Collingwood.

WhyCollingwood

Located north of Toronto and nestled along the shores of Georgian Bay, Collingwood is aninclusive community that offers a healthy and active lifestyle in a beautiful waterfront setting, anchored by a responsible government, strong business and nonprofit networks, and an animated downtown. It offers the ideal blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, including a vibrant downtown that boasts world-class shops, restaurants, and cafes.

Collingwood’songoingcommercialandresidentialgrowthmakesittheidealplacetoflourish personally and professionally.

Wethankallapplicantsforshowinginterestinjoiningourteam.Pleasenoteonlycandidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. We look forward to your application!