About this role
Employment OpportunityProject Manager - Community Safety & Well-Being PlanningContract Position - Project-based ~ 12 monthsWhat is the Opportunity?The Town of Deer Lake is hiring a Project Manager to develop a community safety and well-being plan. The successful candidate will work alongside a committee to gather data, identify local needs and challenges, and provide recommendations to Town staff and Council by way of a community safety plan.Commitment to EquityThe Town of Deer Lake is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to adopt an intersectional lens. To reflect the rich diversity of our community, we welcome all applicants, including those who experience historical and/or current barriers to equity, such as:Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit)Individuals that experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, and/or spiritual beliefsPersons with visible and/or invisible disabilitiesPersons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressionsNewcomers*We encourage equity-deserving applicants to consider self-declaring during the application process.A Bit About YouThe Project Manager - Community Safety & Well-Being Planning is someone with a passion for making communities a better place to live, work, and play. They are committed to learning how a community functions and how best to engage with community members to understand their safety and well-being needs. They are collaborative, creative, and eager to explore new ideas in building community safety and well-being plans.ResponsibilitiesDeveloping and fostering relationships with town departments, social agencies, community groups, nonprofit organizations, people with lived/living experience, and law enforcement agencies.Organizing, facilitating, and note-taking during ongoing project-related meetings.Working collaboratively with Town staff and community members to co-design and implement community safety and well-being plans.Conducting local research, including surveys, community consultations, and reviewing existing data (e.g., Statistics Canada).Conducting geographic and/or asset mapping assessments to identify local strengths and gaps.Provide ongoing support to the Town/steering committees (e.g., project updates, engagement activities, etc.).Compiling and analyzing local data to identify priorities and develop recommendations to address them.Help organize and engage in various community safety and well-being related knowledge mobilization activities, such as workshops, social media campaigns, promotion of planning efforts, etc.AttributesAbility to develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with diverse individuals and organizations.Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.Ability to prioritize tasks and work on tight deadlines.Ability to understand complex social challenges and adapt approaches to a local context.Ability to work flexible hours (occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required) to accommodate stakeholders and community members.Ability to travel for work (some project activities may take place in various locations).Strong understanding of intersectionality, cultural competence, and the impact of systemic bias and discrimination.Commitment to continuous learning in the field of equity, diversity, and inclusion.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., sociology, criminology, community psychology, social work, etc.). Equivalent experience will also be considered.At least two years of experience in community-based project management.Required SkillsStrong communication skills (verbal and written).Strong presentation skills.Strong facilitation skills in varied settings.Experience engaging and collaborating with diverse stakeholders and community members.Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative research.Familiarity with strategic planning.Familiarity with collaborative decision-makin