Senior Economic Development Officer

City of Vaughan

Vaughan

On-site

CAD 109,013 - 127,530

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Family-focused benefits package

Learning and growth opportunities

Job summary

A growing municipality is seeking a Senior Economic Development Officer to oversee business advisory activities, manage investment pipelines, and foster relationships with stakeholders. The role requires a university degree in a relevant field, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and a minimum of seven years of experience in Economic Development. This is a permanent, full-time position, offering a competitive salary range of CA$109,013 to CA$127,530 per year, and aims at enhancing economic growth within the community.

Qualifications

Minimum of seven years related work experience in Economic Development.
Experience with economic development designation from EDAC and/or IEDC is a plus.
Ability to foster relationships with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Oversee business advisory and development activities.
Manage investment pipeline and develop economic strategies.
Interact with stakeholders at local, provincial, and international levels.

Skills

Organizational agility

Strong communication

Creative thinking

Analytical skills

Customer service excellence

Education

University Degree in Geography, Urban Planning, or equivalent

Post-Graduate degree or certificate in economic development

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$109,013.00/yr - CA$127,530.00/yr

CITIZENS FIRST THROUGH SERVICE EXCELLENCE

We have an exciting Permanent Full-Time, Non-Unionized opportunity in the Economic Development Department for an experienced and motivated individual.

Position Overview

Senior Economic Development Officer

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Vaughan is one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities. Its emerging downtown, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre; Canada’s first smart hospital, the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital; and the 900-acre North Maple Regional Park continue to generate momentum and excitement. Be part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan!

The City is an equal-opportunity employer and a forward-looking municipality that is committed to fostering a dynamic workplace that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. As an award-winning organization for its employment and diversity and inclusivity practices, the City is focused on providing its employees with a thriving professional environment that leverages flexible work arrangements, a family-focused benefits package emphasizing work-life balance, learning and growth opportunities, and a place where collaboration and teamwork are valued.

Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.

Responsibilities

Oversee business advisory and intelligence service programming while leading on-the-ground business development activities to help and support domestic and international firms achieve growth in Vaughan.
Support the Manager, Economic Development to coordinate unit efforts with existing companies and their intermediaries planning to expand or relocate in Vaughan business parks, commercial corridors, and office locations including Downtown Vaughan.
Manage the department’s investment pipeline; identify process improvements to demonstrate economic impact; develop and implement economic development strategies, marketing plans and programs.
Represent the City’s interests in regional economic partnerships to facilitate investment, labour force retention and attraction; interact with business and stakeholders at local, regional, provincial, federal and international levels.
Champion and support the Corporate Service Excellence mandate.
Contribute to achieving expected outcomes in economic, business and labour force growth.

Qualifications and Experience

University Degree in Geography, Urban Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration, Business Development, Marketing and Advertising, Entrepreneurship, Commerce (or suitable equivalent).
Post-Graduate degree, diploma or certificate in economic development, urban planning or geography considered an asset.
Minimum of seven (7) years proven, progressive and more responsible related work experience in Economic Development.
Completed, or in-progress of completing, an economic development designation from EDAC and/or IEDC.
Organizational agility with an understanding of municipal government.
Demonstrated experience creating programs and processes to achieve positive results.
Demonstrated strong communication, collaboration, creative and critical thinking skills.
Self-starter with ability to work independently and experience working as part of interdisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated ability to develop and foster internal and external relationships and partner with City, business, labour, academic institutions, community agencies, and government.
Strong organizational, analytical, written, and oral communication skills with commitment to customer service excellence.
Ability to work well under pressure and complete projects on time and on budget within precise constraints.
Ability to handle matters of a confidential and/or sensitive nature as it relates to senior executives, Council, and staff.
Knowledge of the City’s core and leadership competencies and relevant functional competencies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Valid Ontario G driver’s license in good standing and access to a reliable vehicle for corporate use.
Ability to work outside normal business hours, as required.

Note: We acknowledge this is a summary of the job duties and requirements. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Vaughan uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions. The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and provides accommodations for people with disabilities upon request.

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