Manager, Economic Development

at  City of North Vancouver

POSITION OVERVIEW

The City of North Vancouver is the urban core of the beautiful North Shore and has a long-term vision to be “The Healthiest Small City in the World”, with five key priorities to be a City for People, a Resilient City, a Vibrant City, a Connected City and a Prosperous City.
The Real Estate, Facilities and Economic Development department has an exciting regular full time opportunity for an experienced and strategic Manager, Economic Development to join their team.

REQUIREMENTS

You will have a degree in a relevant discipline with considerable related work experience with a proven professional track record in economic development leadership; demonstrated understanding of business operations; solid organizational and strategic planning skills; policy and program development and the ability to build and leverage robust networks to achieve ambitious goals. You will have proven interpersonal and management skills including the ability to guide and direct a team of professionals, as well as the ability to take initiative, work independently, communicate effectively verbally and in writing with elected officials, stakeholders, and the general public. Experience working in local government and knowledge of current municipal economic issues will be an asset. A valid BC Class 5 drivers’ license is also required for this position.
During the recruitment process, applicants will be requested to provide a current Police Information Check (PIC).

Reporting to the Director, Real Estate, Facilities and Economic Development, you will lead the economic development work in the City and represent the City on economic development matters regionally and provincially. You will develop and implement economic development initiatives, policies, plans and programs and lead a team engaged in a variety of work throughout the City. You will also respond to economic development enquiries and build and maintain relationships with City staff, government organizations, business and community groups and other organizations that promote and facilitate economic development. The delivery of services to the business community, including business licensing, liquor-related permissions, and other enabling services are also overseen by this role. In addition, you will be responsible for preparing reports, delivering presentations and providing professional economic development advice to Council and City Staff.