Job Description

Status
Temporary Full-Time
Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months
6
Type of Position
a Replacement
Start Date
Immediate
Salary
Per hour
Salary Grade
$44.40 - $48.26
Department
York Region -> Public Works -> SustainabilityComm&Innovation
Location
17250 Yonge Street, - Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 CA (Primary)

Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA

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ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Program Manager Creative & Digital Media, this position is responsible for simplifying messages behind environmental regulatory requirements to develop sustainable behaviours by residents and businesses; developing, designing, producing and distributing Departmental promotional material including, displays, newsletters, marketing, websites, social media, and other material through hard copy publication and electronic media; leading project team to develop and maintain communication strategies, designs and format publications and establish standard document formats and design guidelines; providing communication advice to managers and staff in the use of standard design and communication guides; and working with Corporate Communications, when applicable, on projects and initiatives that may have implications for the Corporation.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Works with Departmental staff, as project lead, to develop and produce Departmental and program communications strategies. Coordinates and participates in community based social marketing and market research studies in support of Department and program services. Research market trends, best practices and innovation in the areas of effective public communication and social marketing campaigns. Participates in Department and Corporate committees related to graphic design standards. Provides advice to staff and managers on communications, social media and graphic design issues. Works closely with the Corporate Communications Branch to ensure continuity of communications services in accordance with Regional standards. Acts as the project lead, to research, develop, write, publish, distribute and maintain standard design, social media and communication guides for Department programs and services, both as hard copy and as inter/intranet documents. Develops and produces a wide range of communication products, both electronic and hardcopy, including websites, social media, brochures, newsletters, reports, displays and presentations that promote and support the program activities of the Department. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops and in-service training sessions, and reviewing all associated technical communications publications.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing or a related field of study, or approved equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum three (3) years' experience in graphic design and/or community based social marketing, with exposure in both areas. Experience in writing, designing and publishing manuals, marketing publications, on-screen communication and web site content. Strong working knowledge of traditional and new communications concepts and technologies. Ability to travel to off sight locations in a timely and efficient manner, as required. Ability to work outside of regular business hours, as required. Council Approval Date
Scheduled Weekly Hours
35
Scheduled Shifts
8:30 - 4:30
Operational Hours
Close Date
January 29, 2026
# of Hires Needed
1
Union
CUPE Local 4900
Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above.



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