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JOB ID #: 10953

Sr. Project Manager, Cultural Planning and Marketing
Planning & Economic Development
Tourism & Culture
Lister Block-28 James Street

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1
UNION/NON-UNION: Non Union Mgmt Professional
HOURS Of WORK: 35.00 per week
GRADE: 6
SALARY/HOUR: $44.795 - $52.390 per hour
*Note:  See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.
STATUS/LENGTH: Temporary Full-Time
*Note: This vacancy is up to 18 months due to a backfill
Job Description ID #: 6545

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Manager, Cultural Development, the Senior Project Manager has lead role in the implementation of the Cultural Plan working with the Community Cultural Roundtable and leading the Staff Advisory Team.  Leads, coordinates and manages the development of tourism and culture based projects and policies. Conducts business process and program reviews.  Leads multi-disciplinary teams using research, analysis and consultation to inform/support the programs/services provided by the Tourism and Culture Division.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Baccalaureate degree in cultural studies, business, economic development or a related discipline with considerable experience in business or government relevant to the job.

Extensive project management experience leading multi-discplinary teams, preferably related to culture, cultural planning and tourism based initiatives.

Demonstrated skill in policy development, business planning and data analysis. Experience in program improvement specific to tourism, culture, arts, economic development, and heritage would be an asset.

Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of a variety of effective community consultation and engagement strategies.

Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and collaboratively with elected officials, business and community stakeholders, management, peers and the general public.

Must possess thorough knowledge of the current suite of Microsoft productivity tools, including PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Word.  Microsoft Project and web-based applications an asset.

Must be available to work evenings and weekends as required.

Selection Process:

This competition will include an interview, assignment, and or presentation as part of the selection process.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship.  If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.

We invite you to visit the departmental webpage to obtain further information on the culture and business of this department.

The incumbent shall comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Practices for this position and the workplace.

It is the responsibility of the applicants to ensure that their application reaches Human Resources by the closing date or they may not be considered. It is also the responsibility of applicants to supply qualifications, licences and related experience relevant to the qualifications outlined above for this competition as directed. On the basis of the criteria set out above, this posting is open to all applicants

The statements made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge.  I understand that any falsification of statements, misrepresentations, deliberate omission or concealment of information may be considered just cause for dismissal.

Please apply on or before: 10/14/2015