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Edmonton - Canada

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 184275 - 230346

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

Be central to the operation of Edmonton leading the team that keeps our City connected and beautiful!

The Branch Manager Parks and Roads Services leads a dedicated team of nearly 2000 professionals who are essential in creating safe livable mobility networks and open spaces to enable a better life for all Edmontonians. As the Branch Manager Parks and Roads Services you will oversee the very infrastructure and green spaces that define our city. Your leadership will ensure the smooth operation of our roadways trail system and the preservation of our parks and green spaces. This role offers a unique opportunity to directly influence the quality of life for Edmontonians ensuring both efficient mobility and access to vibrant natural spaces.

Reporting to the Deputy City Manager City Operations the Branch Manager will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team Edmonton City Council and several other internal and external partners to understand the evolving needs of Edmonton and to ensure that our services meet those demands effectively. Leading 14 of the Citys subservices the Branch Manager is pivotal in enhancing service delivery and fostering positive experiences for all who interact with our parks and roadways. Your expertise will contribute to informed decisionmaking at the executive level helping to shape the future of our citys essential services.

If you possess a strong commitment to public service and are seeking a leadership opportunity with significant impact we encourage you to consider this role!

What will you do

  • Lead the strategic direction and for Edmontons vast parks and mobility network ensuring alignment with citywide goals including ConnectEdmonton and the City Plan
  • Manage substantial operating and capital budgets demonstrating financial stewardship and strategic resource allocation
  • Oversee a team of almost 2000 permanent and temporary staff fostering a culture of excellence and innovation
  • Forge ongoing internal integration with City departments and branches to deliver seamless services to Edmontonians businesses agencies and community groups with a focus on inclusive decision making that recognizes Edmontons diversity
  • Drive continuous improvement and efficiency in service delivery leveraging technology and best practices
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders including City Council Executive Leadership Team and other internal and external partners
  • Ensure the operation and maintenance of over several thousand kilometers of roads paths trails and several hundred playgrounds and parks
  • Act as a change agent and catalyst for innovation inspiring staff and colleagues at all levels
  • Continue to ensure that the GBA process and other inclusion processes are applied in the development and implementation of services and programs
  • Knowledge training and/or education in Engineering Public Works Business Administration Project Management or other related disciplines
  • Experience providing strategic leadership in large diverse organizations in either private and public sectors including strategic development in a large organization
  • Knowledge and/or experience in the principles and practices of customer service project management service design public works administration and team leadership
  • Combinations of education and experience will be considered

Assets:

  • A Masters Degree in a related field
  • A professional designation from a nationally recognized professional institute or association such as . M. Eng. PMP C.E.T. or a related designation(s). requires the member to be in good standing with APEGA

Skills required for success

Conditions of Employment and Work Environment:

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact Learn more about our benefits Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.

Talent Acquisition Consultant: JM/MZ
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Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Mtis Nation.

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