CITY OF KENORA Hiring for Community Safety and Well-Being Coordinator Full Time

City Of Kenora
Community Safety and Well-Being Coordinator

External Job Posting

Kenora provides a high quality of life for residents and unforgettable experiences for visitors by celebrating and embracing the community’s rich heritage, diversity, and natural environment.

ing to the Crime Prevention and Community and Well-Being Advisory Committee, the Community Safety and Well-being Coordinator will serve as a resource, information gathering and advisory body to Council on matters relating to crime prevention and community well-being.

Key tasks of the coordinator(s):

• The key tasks include recruiting the appropriate agencies/organizations and individuals to become members of an advisory committee. This should include multi-sectoral representation and people with knowledge and experience in responding to the needs of community members.

The Community Safety and Well-Being Coordinator will:

• Coordinate community participatory processes, including problem solving, visioning and strategic planning and implementation of upstream prevention strategies in support of the implementation of the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan.
• Support the creation of opportunities for joint planning and decision making between community members and other organizations who are working towards addressing the social, economic, and community determinants of community safety.
• Build trust and relationships internally and externally to organize and coordinate efforts.
• Identify and define needs, resources, and opportunities for integrated planning.
• Conduct research and analysis to develop and recommend project frameworks and policy directions.
• Consult with a variety of organizations, the public, workplaces, support groups, and to build partnerships with business owners and operators and associations with respect to neighborhood and community activities.
• Plan events, coordinate, and deliver activities to hold community conversations to support and advance the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan and create detailed work plans, databases, and tracking processes as required.
• Ensure all stakeholders are appropriately consulted, represented, and involved.
• Design and conduct program evaluations using a methodology that is meaningful to both the community, stakeholders and Council.
• Work collaboratively and in consultation with the Indigenous Relations Specialist
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Successful candidates in this position may come from a variety of academic backgrounds such as a diploma or degree in the fields of sociology, community development, social work, equity studies, human rights, plus progressively responsible related experience.
• Experience working in inter-sectoral linkages, community engagement, and advocacy.
• Experience and skill in people-centered community development with diverse racialized and

Indigenous communities focused on needs assessment, program planning, resource development, facilitation, and project management.

• Demonstrated understanding of the impact of intersectionality and social determinants of health (SDOH) on health and wellness.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, and related legislation.
• Ability to conduct presentations to community organizations, neighborhood groups, government committees, and at public meetings.
• Negotiation, facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills, with acumen in relationship-building and organizing, preparing, and delivering communications for diverse audiences.
• Ability to write s for public information, funders, and Council.
• Ability to create clear, concise funding proposals, teaching tools, professional s, press releases and community newsletters, to share complex data and research information in manner that is accessible.
• Knowledge and skill in project management, driving and achieving results, and organizing and prioritizing work, with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Research, assessment, and evaluation skills to collect, analyze and on assigned projects
• Ability to work independently to assess and fulfill requirements for project completion.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, serving a wide range of individuals and community groups with varied interests.
• Knowledge and skill interacting with municipal, provincial, and federal agencies.
• Computer skills with ability to use software such as Microsoft Office.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume that clearly indicates how they meet the full qualifications of the position, online via Indeed or in person no later than end of day February 17th, 2023 to:

Human Resources | City of Kenora
1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2

Successful applicants will be subject to criminal and professional reference check.

_The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community we serve.
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment,_

including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

_The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario
Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human_

Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kenora, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location