Director, Communications and Engagement

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Job Description  |  |  | | --- | --- | | Director, Communications and Engagement  Job Number: 56413  
** Community Services | City of Edmonton*
* ** Big city. Complex challenges. Meaningful impact.
** Edmonton is growing, evolving and tackling some of the most important issues facing cities today. From community safety and social well-being to recreation, culture and emergency services, the work of Community Services touches the lives of Edmontonians every day.  
** We're looking for an exceptional communications leader who sees complexity as opportunity, builds trust through relationships and knows how to turn strategy into impact.
** Reporting directly to the Deputy City Manager, Community Services, you'll be a trusted advisor, strategic partner and influential voice at the leadership table. You'll lead a talented team of communications and engagement professionals, navigate high-profile and often sensitive issues, and help shape how the City connects with the people it serves.  
** What will you do?**
* ** Lead with purpose.
** Inspire, coach and empower a high-performing team that delivers exceptional communications and engagement
* ** Shape the conversation.
** Provide strategic counsel on complex, high-profile and emerging issues that matter to Edmontonians
* ** Build bridges.
** Cultivate trusted relationships with senior leaders, elected officials, and community and business partners
* ** See around corners.
** Anticipate challenges, identify opportunities and bring sound judgment and political acumen to difficult decisions
* ** Make an impact.
** Champion innovative communications, meaningful public engagement and change initiatives that deliver measurable results
* ** Think beyond boundaries.
** Connect departmental priorities to the City's broader goals and help move the organization forward
* ** Live our values.
** Align with our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)
* ** Foster inclusion.
** Support, uphold, and foster a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion  Qualifications :
You're a strategic thinker, trusted advisor and people-first leader who thrives where the stakes are high and the answers aren't always obvious.  
** You bring:*
* * Significant experience leading communications, engagement and related functions in a large, complex organization
* Exceptional judgment, political acumen and the confidence to provide candid, thoughtful advice
* A demonstrated ability to build strong teams, navigate change and influence across organizational boundaries
* Expertise in strategic communications, public engagement, issues management and business partner relationships
* Relevant education, training and/or experience in communications, marketing, journalism, business or a related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
* Advanced education and relevant professional accreditations are considered assets   Above all, you lead with integrity, curiosity and a commitment to public service, equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion.  
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* Why this role?

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* ** Few communications leadership opportunities offer this breadth of responsibility, proximity to decision-making and potential for meaningful community impact.
** If you're ready to lead talented people, tackle consequential challenges and help shape the future of Edmonton, we'd like to hear from you.  
** Bring your perspective. Lead with purpose. Make Edmonton better.*
* ** Conditions of Employment and Work Environment:**
* *** 1 permanent, full-time position**
* * Hours of Work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - Friday. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite
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