Job Description

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city--and their careers--forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status



Exempt - Regular Full-Time



Scope



The City of Surrey has an exciting opportunity for an experienced intergovernmental relations professional with excellent communications skills who is looking for a new challenge.

Reporting to the Director, Business and Government Relations and working with a team of dedicated professionals in both the Economic Investment Services and Indigenous Relations Section, you will support the City's ongoing efforts in building relations with other orders of government while supporting external communications for the Business and Government Relations Division.

This role will require you to perform work that is both complex and sensitive. Within a strategic framework, you will meet a variety of challenges to help ensure Mayor and Council's vision for Surrey is both communicated and understood across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders; serve as a liaison between the City and other orders of government; review legislation, and recommend actions to further City interests; coordinate relationship building activities; and support key City initiatives.

Responsibilities



Supports Intergovernmental Relations activities and services, including assisting in the development and implementation of goals, objectives and priorities. Serves as a liaison; develops and enhances positive, effective relationships with other orders of government, agencies and elected officials. Coordinates, develops and assists with strategies on legislative and regional issues in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Maintains awareness of legislative activities affecting City operations and the potential impact on City operations; tracks Provincial and Federal legislation; anticipates legislative issues and identifies opportunities to influence policy and decisions to best meet the needs of the City and the City's residents. Helps develop policy positions on government affairs and legislative issues. Researches legislative and government affairs issues and helps prepare information for the Director, Business and Government Relations, City Staff, Council and Committees. Interprets government reports/legislation and summarizes data for Council and staff. Performs a variety of activities to support the Director, City Manager's Office and Economic Investment Services (among other Departments and Divisions). Provides expertise and content to the website; coordinates distribution of government relations focused communication materials, press conferences, and other events linked to Mayor, Council, or other orders of government.

Qualifications



Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration or Communications with 3-5 years of related experience. Previous work experience in the political realm, with established relationships is important. Able to interact professionally and diplomatically with people at all levels of an organization and with multiple external stakeholders. Will uphold strict confidentiality and understands the seriousness of any such breaches. Possesses exemplary communication skills, both written and oral. Previous work experience in a political or government environment is important. Indigenous relations experience is an asset as is experience working in municipal government. Demonstrated flexibility, significant work capacity and a well-honed level of political astuteness. Proven ability to deal with a high volume of work in a complex environment with multiple demands and critical timelines. Excellent writing and research skills, and are technically astute with respect to web sites, communication programs, and social media.

Other Information

Number of Job Openings:

1

P1 - $87,201 - $102,589 (2024 rates)

Conditions of Employment



This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date



This job will be posted until June 11, 2025.

Our Values



Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community