Job Posting for Executive Advisor at City of Calgary
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.
Reporting to the Director of Calgary Transit, The Executive Advisor assists the Director with day-to-day issues and management of high priority and politically sensitive situations. As a member of Calgary Transit, you will be expected to foster an inclusive leadership approach that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion, as well as psychological and physical safety. As a strategic advisor, you will possess political acumen and have experience in transformational change and enabling innovation. Primary responsibilities include:
Research, analyze, and prepare correspondence and reports on behalf of the Director and Managers.
Effectively communicate with all levels of The City, including City Council.
Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of business plans; complete critical review of reports to Council; complete select reports and projects, as identified by the business; and coordinate cross business unit activities.
Establish and maintain links within and across business units.
Organize, track and follow up on workflow from the Director's office.
Qualifications
A degree with at least 4 years of progressively more varied and responsible experience.
Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.
Experience and willingness to speak with Council, citizens, and outside interest groups is essential.
Experience working with a senior management team and collaborating with other business units on technical and financial issues will be given preference.
A solid working knowledge of The City structure and its legislative processes and requirement will also be given preference.
Exceptional communication and report writing skills.
Strategic thinking with strong interpersonal, analytical and project management skills.
Ability to work independently in a complex environment with minimal supervision, an aptitude for executing a multitude of tasks in a high pressure, time sensitive environment.
Pre-employment Requirements
A security clearance will be conducted.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Calgary Transit
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 24 months)
Location: 928 32 Avenue NE
Compensation: Level E $83,059 - 125,413 per annum (2024 Rates)
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