OverviewIf you do not receive an email within 24 hours confirming receipt of your application, please contact Human Resources from 8:30 a.M. to 4:30 p.M. EST at (905) 845-6601. Save your resume and cover letter together in one document before you begin. Your application will be complete once you click Submit at the end of the process.Supervisor, Events & Community Development— Department:Recreation and Culture— Pay Range:$102,809-$123,420— Position ID:1516-001Job Details— Permanent Full Time (Non-Union)Posting Status— Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicantsClosing Date— Applications for this position must be received at oakville.Ca by no later than 11:59 p.M. onFebruary 25, 2026This job posting is for an existing vacancy and therefore will be filled accordingly.Located on Lake Ontario within the Greater Toronto Area, Oakville is a rapidly growing municipality with a vibrant and dynamic community, making it a great place to live, work, and play.BenefitsAn inclusive work setting with excellent community facilities conveniently locatedCompetitive compensation and benefitsA focus on maintaining a healthy work-life balance and supporting employeesOpportunities to work within a community dedicated to providing quality service to residentsOpportunities for advancement and professional developmentThe chance to work with leading-edge technology and the latest business application toolsThe opportunity to work with great people in a supportive and fun environmentAbout the RoleReporting to the Senior Manager, Cultural Services, the Supervisor, Events & Community Development provides leadership for the Town’s special events portfolio, advancing Oakville’s approach to event support and delivery through the implementation of Council-approved plans that contribute to a vibrant and livable Oakville. The Supervisor also leads the Town’s community development team, with a focus on enabling and supporting community-led initiatives that strengthen Oakville’s civic life. This includes leadership of municipal grant programs (e.G., Community Events Grant Program and Community Activation Grant) and oversight of the Recreation and Culture Department’s volunteer program.What can I expect to do in this role?Lead the implementation of Council-approved plans (e.G., the Special Events Plan),



translating strategic direction into coordinated, actionable work plans under the direction of the Senior Manager.Provide oversight of Town-led events to ensure alignment with standards for safety, accessibility, equity, sustainability, fiscal responsibility, and public experience.Strengthen and maintain the Town’s corporate event delivery framework, including event intake, permitting, evaluation, and service coordination processes, to support a positive customer experience.Provide high-level oversight of event risk management, site feasibility, operational readiness, and emergency planning in collaboration with internal departments and external agencies.Provide strategic direction for capacity-building initiatives that support inclusive, high-quality community-led events and initiatives.Contribute to the development of tools, guidance, and supports that help community organizations navigate municipal processes.Lead implementation and stewardship of partnership approaches identified through departmental planning, supporting consistent, sustainable, and collaborative relationships with community interest holders.Apply an equity and inclusion lens to community development practices to ensure municipal supports are accessible and responsive.Lead the development, implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of municipal granting programs, including intake, evaluation, allocation, monitoring, and reporting.Support sustainable funding approaches for events, including sponsorship and grant opportunities, in alignment with Council-approved plans and departmental priorities.Lead and oversee the department volunteer program, ensuring effective tools, procedures, training, and risk management practices are in place.Lead and direct staff and volunteer work planning across the events and community development portfolios, including assigning work, setting priorities, monitoring performance,



and supporting development.Monitor performance, emerging trends, and risks across the events and community development portfolios, supporting continuous improvement.Oversee administrative and financial processes in alignment with corporate policies, procedures, and service standards.Support the preparation of Council reports, briefing notes, and internal communications related to events, grants, and community initiatives.QualificationsFour-year post-secondary education in event management, arts administration and cultural management, community development, recreation, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceMinimum five years of progressive leadership experience in event planning and community development, preferably in a municipal setting, including supervision of staff and volunteers, management of complex event logistics, cross-departmental coordination, and support of community partners.Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, briefing materials, and correspondence for a range of audiences.Proven leadership and organizational skills, including the ability to build relationships, set priorities, and lead teams through change.Demonstrated experience in:Leading large-scale or complex public eventsCommunity partnership development and interest holder engagementRisk assessment, emergency planning, and regulatory complianceBudget oversight and financial accountabilityApplying equity, accessibility, and inclusion principles to program and service deliveryCore Knowledge and CompetenciesCore leadership competencies include strategic thinking, management excellence, and accountability and respect. Corporate values are teamwork, accountability, dedication, honesty, innovation and respect.This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing.Wethank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Supervisor, Events & Community Development - C$102,809 - C$123,420 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Town of Oakville
📍 Toronto