Job Title
Governance and Policy Coordinator
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Job ID
310032
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
 
 
 
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
 
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. 
 

As the Governance and Policy Coordinator you will be responsible for the governance of various Boards, Commissions, and Committees of Council (BCCs), the management of contracts, agreements, Bylaws and Council records, and managing the Council Policy Program.  Primary duties include:

  • Oversee the governance of BCCs, including recruitment and appointment of members, providing direction, advice, support, and training to City Council, BCCs, and Administration.
  • Support Council committees by providing direction and advice on meeting procedures, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, recommending appropriate motions, and providing expert advice regarding Council's role with each BCC.
  • Manage the processing and maintenance of contracts and agreements, ensuring appropriate delegated authorities are executed and maintained.
  • Oversee the administration of Council records and bylaws, ensuring legislative requirements are met and records are publicly available.
  • Manage the Council Policy Program, including researching and writing new policies with respect to governance as per direction from Council and providing corporate support, training, and advice.
  • Lead a team of direct reports and carry out all supervisory functions including recruitment, orientation, training, development, and assigning of work.
 
Qualifications 
  • A degree in Administrative Law, Business, Commerce, Political Science or Public Administration.
  • At least 8 years of progressively more responsible and diversified experience working in a public sector environment (or equivalent multi-disciplined organization).
  • Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.
  • Experience in a direct supervisory role is required.
  • Experience working with legislation boards and committees is an asset.
  • National Advanced Certificate, Local Government Program Certificate, Certified Municipal Clerk designation, Master Municipal Clerk designation, Registered Parliamentarian or project management experience will be considered assets.
  • Success in this position requires:
    • Ability to think strategically with well-developed analytical skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Proven ability to collaborate at all levels to deliver services in a large organization.
Pre-employment Requirements 
  • Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
 
Union: Exempt 
Business Unit: City Clerk's Office 
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 18months)
Location: 1212 31 Avenue NE
Compensation: Level E $83,059 - 125,413 per annum
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External 
Apply By: July 3, 2024  
 
Job ID #: 310032