The Organization: City of Campbell River
Named one of the top five quality of life destinations in North America, Campbell River offers a balanced lifestyle surrounded by nature.  With the waters of Discovery Passage at the shoreline and majestic mountains as a backdrop, Campbell River is located midway along Vancouver Island’s eastern shore. It is third largest city on the Island, with a population of 32,000, and the urban service centre and thriving community hub for approximately 60,000 people living and working in the region.

Campbell River is a city with a friendly small-town character, making it a natural home for companies looking for a highly accessible location, abundant natural resources, and first-class transportation and communications networks. Add a skilled labour force and a talented pool of experienced managers, and this is one of the most advantageous environments in the Pacific Northwest.

The Opportunity: Economic Development Officer
Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Economic Development Officer (EDO) is responsible for the design and implementation of the economic development strategy for the City of Campbell River. The EDO will build relationships, develop opportunities for partnership, attract additional resources of funding, and deliver programs which will enhance economic activity in the City of Campbell River and the surrounding region.

The EDO will provide creative solutions and approaches, while challenging the current methods of operations to achieve greater efficiencies and effectiveness. The EDO will build strong relationships with existing businesses, organizations and partners in the community through the development of an effective team, while also seeking out new opportunities. Ultimately, the EDO is responsible for the development of long-term strategic goals and accompanying budgets, while promoting and improving the effectiveness of the City’s operations through innovation, motivation and creativity.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

Post-secondary degree in economic development, commerce, marketing, public/business administration or a related field;
Several years of progressively senior experience in economic development or a closely related field
In-depth knowledge of local government operations and governance, including applicable federal, provincial and local legislation, codes, regulations, standards and guidelines, as well as City Bylaws, policies and procedures;
Working knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including contract administration;
Experience in the development of departmental and corporate long-range plans as well as budget formulation and reporting processes;
Well-developed organizational and time management skills in addition to knowledge of performance management techniques;
Superior verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including a working knowledge of the principles and practices of negotiations;
Ability to collaborate with inter-disciplinary teams to meet business challenges and create opportunities; and
Ability to maintain confidential information.