Strategic Coordinator, Fleet and Facility Services

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Edmonton's Fleet Services Management Team as a Strategic Coordinator, leading initiatives and projects that impact the organization. This role requires developing strategic plans and overseeing budgets, with responsibilities across various levels of operations. Ideal candidates will have a background in public administration or a related field, along with experience in strategic management and project coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, project management, and change management.
• Progressively responsible strategic and management experience in medium to large organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans, performance indicators, and metrics aligned with Branch objectives.
• Provide leadership for strategic planning, including oversight of budgets and organizational strategies.
• Conduct environmental scans and manage strategic initiatives for the Branch.

Skills

Business strategic planning

Project management processes

Business process improvement

Political analysis

Education

Education in Commerce, Public Administration, Political Science, or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our dynamic Fleet Services Management Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our branch! As a Strategic Coordinator, you'll be at the forefront of driving critical initiatives and projects. You'll be instrumental in strategic development, implementation, and evaluation, handling complex, confidential, and politically sensitive assignments. Working alongside organizational leaders, you'll craft innovative solutions, including strategic plans, budget development, and performance measures, directly impacting the success of our branch. This is your chance to lead independently and make a significant difference!

What will you do?

• Develop comprehensive strategic plans, performance indicators, and metrics to ensure alignment with Branch objectives
• Provide leadership, direction, and coordination for strategic planning activities, including:
  • Oversight of budget programs and annual/long-term financial forecasting
  • Creation of Branch business plans
  • Formulation of short-term and long-term organizational strategies for the Branch
  • Development of policies
  • Preparation and delivery of briefings and presentations
• Serve as the Branch representative on City Committees and Branch teams
• Conduct environmental scans to analyze trends and identify opportunities to enhance the relevance, efficiency, and effectiveness of Branch operations
• Research, develop, implement, and manage strategic initiatives for the Branch and on behalf of the Branch Manager and/or Branch Leadership Team
• Offer leadership, research, analysis, monitoring, and recommendations on a broad spectrum of issues primarily at the Branch level, with potential involvement at the Corporate level
• Review Council, Committee, and ELT reports for accuracy and completeness, providing editorial feedback and guidance to staff during their preparation; reports may address Mayor/Councillor motions or inquiries, and/or public requests for Council input or direction
• Author or contribute to Council, Committee, and ELT reports, consolidating and prioritizing information from diverse sources to ensure the final product is clear, concise, and adheres to professional standards
• Identify strategic issues impacting the Branch and independently conduct research, provide recommendations, and implement solutions on behalf of the Branch Manager
• Fulfill other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education in Commerce, Public Administration, Political Science, or a related field. Equivalent education and experience may be considered
• Progressively responsible strategic and management experience in a medium to large organization, including experience in finance, project management, and/or change management

Assets:

• Change Management (Prosci) and/or Project Management (PMP or CAPM) certifications
• Public sector experience

Skills required for success:

• Experience in business strategic planning, project management processes, and business process improvement
• Proven adaptability in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to handle diverse areas like political analysis, budget preparations, and project management
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a complex organization, build strong relationships, and communicate clearly with various stakeholders
• Proficiency in organization, time/project management, and advanced computer skills including Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion (https://bit.ly/3hd2d95)
• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of employment and work environment:

• Up to: 1 full-time permanent position
• Hours of work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Salary Range: $90,239.61 - $112,800.95 (Annually)
• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite
• This position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off)
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent)
• Applicants may be required to arrange their own transportation and where appropriate will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the applicant to obtain business auto insurance

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefitshttps://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AS/SB

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: PT2 - Strategic Coordinator
Posting Date: Jun 20, 2025
Closing Date: July 2, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: Management
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): Fleet Services, Ellerslie Facility, 2415 - 101 Street SW Edmonton T6X 1A1