Director of Economic and Community Development Job Order #: 6325232 NOC: 40011

Employer Name:

City of Moose Jaw

Wage/Salary Info:

$140,904-$176,148 annually

Posted Date:

18-Aug-2026

Location:

MOOSE JAW

# of Positions:

1

Employment Terms:

Full time

Apply By Date:

02-Sep-2026

The Director of Economic and Community Development leads long-term Economic viability, community growth, land use planning, development services, and permitting. This foundational role integrates economic growth, investment attraction, and municipal planning to position the City for development and business expansion.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership, staff supervision, budget oversight, and an operational direction for a multidisciplinary team across planning, economic development, permitting, and building services

Serve as senior strategist for economic growth, expanding the tax base, advancing downtown revitalization, supporting business retention and attracting private capital

Promote the City to investors and developers, business partnerships and lead high-level negotiations

Lead land use planning, OCP administration, zoning bylaws,



subdivision approvals, and building inspection in compliance with provincial legislation

Collaborate across departments and levels of government to secure funding aligned with strategic priorities

Act as senior representative in public consultations, council reporting, media inquiries, and Municipal Board hearings

Qualifications

University degree in Economic Development, Urban Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce, Geography, Engineering, Community Development, or related discipline. Masters degree an asset

10 years of progressive management experience, preferably municipal

MCIP and RPP membership considered an asset

Class 5 Drivers License and personal vehicle

Thorough knowledge of the Planning and Development Act, Zoning Bylaws, OCP and land development processes

Proven track record in strategic foresight, market analysis, financial oversight and complex issue resolution

Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities, committed to corporate values

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