Job Description

Job Number
55821

Are you an strategic leader, passionate about nurturing vibrant, sustainable green spaces across Edmonton? Reporting to the Manager of Parkland Stewardship, the Park Stewardship Program Liaison drives the strategy, design, and implementation of community-centered park stewardship initiatives. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team to deliver impactful programs—ranging from community gardens, dog off-leash areas and commemorative benches to education and outreach about invasive plants and citizen driven park care programs. You will establish key performance indicators, streamline operational processes, and leverage data-driven analytics to continuously evaluate and refine program success. Acting as a key bridge, you will navigate complex public discussions, collaborate with cross-functional City teams, and build robust relationships with community groups, non-profits, and external partners. By guiding strategic initiatives aligned with The City Plan, you will foster inclusive public spaces while modeling the City’s commitment to being Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated, and Excellent.

What will you do?

Lead the strategic planning, administration, and continuous improvement of Park Stewardship programs across the city

Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to team members and people leaders, assisting with recruitment, performance evaluations, and team development

Establish data-driven systems, analytics, and key performance indicators to monitor, evaluate, and report on program performance and outcomes

Manage collective program operational budgets, ensuring effective allocation and adherence to financial plans

Build and sustain positive working relationships with internal teams, local non-profits, community leagues, Business Improvement Areas (BIAs), utility partners, and academic institutions

Facilitate community engagement strategies, respond to complex or sensitive inquiries,



and resolve escalated issues with tact and diplomacy

Execute strategic phases for standalone infrastructure projects (such as establishing or decommissioning dog off-leash areas) and conduct assessments for externally funded projects

Develop and maintain safety protocols, ensuring all activities comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S;) legislation and City policies

Qualifications

University graduation in Recreation Administration or a related undergraduate degree

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in community recreation, including demonstrated competency in program development, organizational development, and information/referral services

Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License (or provincial equivalent)

Current Standard First Aid certification with CPR-C

Assets

Experience working alongside land developers, urban planners, landscape architects, or project management teams

Background in facility administration, operations, or municipal infrastructure projects

Familiarity with software systems such as Google Workspace applications, PeopleSoft, and POSSE

Skills required for success

Strong business acumen and political awareness to effectively respond to leadership, Council inquiries, and complex public feedback

Proven leadership and coaching abilities to mentor team leaders, direct staff operations, and foster a positive workplace culture

Exceptional conflict resolution, negotiation, and relationship-building skills to navigate differing community perspectives





Strong project management abilities with a track record of evaluating business cases and prioritizing competing deadlines

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to write formal reports, present publicly, and facilitate engagement sessions

Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )

Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment

Obtain and maintain a clear Police Information Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to starting the position

Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License (or provincial equivalent) with business auto insurance coverage for personal vehicle use on City business

Work Environment

A combination of indoor office work and seasonal outdoor duties in varying weather conditions

Working within public park environments, including active off-leash dog areas

Occasional physical effort such as standing, walking, climbing stairs, and light lifting (up to 20 lbs)

Requirement to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) during site visits, including safety footwear, eye protection, and gloves

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 [email protected]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $43.102 - $54.113 (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant: AG/SO

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation

Classification Title : Recreation Officer II - 8hrs

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📌 Park Stewardship Programs Liaison (Recreation Officer II) (Alberta)
🏢 City of Edmonton
📍 Alberta