Job Description

ABOUT US


The City of Spruce Grove is a fast growing, dynamic city committed to building and maintaining a fiscally responsible community that serves our residents, attracts visitors, and promotes future growth.




The "Values, We Live By" are accountability, communication, leadership, integrity, and respect while we work towards maintaining a work/play balance.




We are an organization that cares, an organization that is committed to our city and committed to you. The City of Spruce Grove is committed to public service, where everyone feels empowered to contribute their best work. We believe that by working together in a spirit of collaboration and respect, we can achieve great things.
THE OPPORTUNITY


The Strategic Initiatives Advisor will play a key role in supporting the planning framework through ongoing strategy and policy development at both the strategic and operational levels, as well as project support for strategic initiatives. As a vital organizational resource, this individual will collaborate with departments to develop complex strategies and policy, and conduct environmental scanning, analysis, research, and program development that spans across departments and the organization. Additionally, this role will assist in strategic initiatives coordination, such as the development and implementation of the Corporate Strategy and Council's Strategic Plan. The position reports to the Manager of Strategy and Policy Development.



This is a full-time, temporary position until December 31, 2025 with the possibility of extension. The salary range is: $94,549.00 - $112,385.00.
RESPONSIBILITIES


1. Complex Strategy and Policy Development


Support the development of complex organizational strategies and policies, working closely with program areas and subject matter experts. Monitor and analyze emerging trends, policies, and strategies across jurisdictions through ongoing environmental scanning and research. Assess potential risks and implications, and provide strategic advice, interpretation, and recommendations to support the development and refinement of organizational strategies and policies. Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials for senior leadership, Council, and internal stakeholders. Communicate complex strategic concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences. Support program areas through the approval process.


2. Strategy and Policy Communications, Implementation, and Reporting

Coordinate stakeholder engagements and surveying, as required, to support strategy and policy development. Coordinate with Corporate Communications to develop communications plans and develop required communications materials. Develop implementation plans for strategies and policies developed by the department. Establish reporting processes and develop progress reports for strategies managed by the department. Support other departments that are responsible for implementing strategies and policies and provide advice when requested.


3. Strategic Alignment

Ensure strategies and policies align within the planning framework and support organizational priorities. Provide organizational support and advice for strategy and policy development being led by other departments. Maintain an awareness of the political, economic and social climate driving decisions and effectively support integration into strategy and policy development. Support Council's strategic priorities by ensuring they are integrated in supporting documents either through direct statement or nuance.


4. Relationship Development and Cross-Departmental Collaboration

Coordinate and facilitate relationships and partnerships with program areas and subject matter experts. Build strong working relationships and partnerships with program areas and subject matter experts throughout the drafting and approval process to ensure documents reflect business need and clearly communicate intent. Facilitate collaboration across departments to ensure alignment between organizational strategies and policies. Act as a trusted advisor for departments seeking advice on strategy and policy development. Facilitate department planning sessions when required.


5. Other Duties


Understand and adhere to City policies, procedures and standards, whether written or implied, as amended from time to time. Contribute to a positive safety culture by always acting in a safe manner and complying with City safety policies and procedures for staff and contractors. Act as a steward of the City's Corporate Culture by following the "Values, We Live By". All employees shall act in a safe manner at all times and will report any unsafe conditions, procedures or acts for the benefit of the City. Continual adherence to the City Safety Policy is mandatory. Employee are expected to stay current on WHMIS and other safety-related procedures. Perform other job-related duties.
QUALIFICATIONS


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Undergraduate degree in Political Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a strategy and policy driven environment within the municipal, provincial, or federal orders of government. Knowledge and experience in managing multiple projects. Ability to analyze and interpret bylaws, legislation, regulations, and administrative procedures to inform policy and program development Analytical and critical thinking, with the ability to apply the same in analyzing policy and procedure. Exercise superior writing skills to draft strategies and policies. Advanced communication skills and excellent presentation skills. Excellent collaborative skills and negotiation and problems solving skills. Strong facilitation skills. Highly developed level of interpersonal skills and diplomacy to interact with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint.


ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

Certificate in local government studies. Working knowledge of Municipal Government Act, Local Authorities Election Act, and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.


COMPETENCIES:

Thinking & Acting Strategically - Forward-thinking. Sees the big picture and imagines the future. Links long-range visions, strategies, and concepts to daily work. Aligns personal actions and initiatives with customer needs, and with organizational priorities and direction. To think and act strategically requires an understanding of our organizational direction, as well as the internal and external factors that influence decision-making.



Building Influential Working Relationships - Strengthening and developing working relationships and strategic alliances that are founded on ethics, trust, and guided by our corporate values of respect, leadership, accountability, communication, and integrity.




Optimizing Performance & Results - Reaches for excellence for oneself, one's team, and the organization. Determined and focused on achieving outcomes that align with organizational goals. Creates goals and priorities that maximize resources while using an enterprising, resourceful approach to deliver outcomes and achieve customer expectations. Maintains accountability for results.



Growing Talent & Workforce Capacity - Honouring the individual differences that make each person unique. Being curious and committed to listening, reflecting, and learning. Developing individual and workforce capabilities to enhance the organization's capacity to accomplish strategic goals, enhance program and service delivery, and provide an exceptional customer/client experience. Contributes to a learning and teaching culture.



Fostering Innovation & Steering Change - Creates an environment for transformation. Advances the City through improvement based on innovation and guides the associated change. Uses the skills, attitudes and behaviours needed to produce new or improved programs and services to meet current and future needs of our customers, our organization, and our community.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Criminal Record Check Clearance.


WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Monday to Friday. Hours of Work: 8:30am to 4:30pm. Overtime may be required. Travel may be required. Working in an office environment.
NEXT STEPS


You must apply through this portal to be considered. We do not accept applications through other forums. Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Candidates may be interviewed as applications are received. The posting may be used to staff other permanent or temporary vacancies.

WHY WORK FOR US?


Competitive annual salary Wellness Initiatives Work/Life Balance Recognized General Holidays Leave Options Flexible Work Arrangements Positive Work Atmosphere Employee Awards Volunteer and Fundraising Opportunities Professional Development

Company


City of Spruce Grove
Location


Strategic and Communication Services - Strategy and Policy Development
Opening Date


Oct 31, 2025 12:50 PM
Closing Date


Nov 03, 2025 11:59 PM
Starting Date


Nov 17, 2025