Position Summary

Reporting to the Director, Legislative Services (Municipal Clerk), the Policy Coordinator is responsible for the development and management of the council and corporate policy program.

Core Accountabilities

• Administer the corporate policy program and maintain an accurate and current database of policies to serve Council, the public, and the Administration.
• Provide guidance and support to the departments in the development and revision of Council and Administrative policies and procedures.
• Ensure policy development procedure is followed by departments.
• Lead analysis, research, and process development of the policy program, with a focus on quality assurance and improvement.
• Work with departments to develop policies, strategies, and program recommendations to improve service quality and service user experience for Rocky View County residents and staff.
• Draft policy for Legislative Services that is consistent with Council and corporate priorities, strategic directions, and communication standards.
• Generate options for programs and policies and assist departments to assess the implications and feasibility of these options.
• Act as a liaison between Legislative Services and other departments to increase effectiveness of the corporate policy program and make recommendations to expedite resolution of concerns, questions, and issues.
• Develop and deliver training programs, presentations, and materials for other departments to support the corporate policy program.
• Prepare Council reports, research analysis, briefing notes, presentations and other policy reports and recommendations as required.
• Ensure all Council policies are available on the Rocky View County website.
• Maintain and update the library of administrative policies and procedures on the internal shared drive.
• Manage and participate in department projects as assigned.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements

Completion of a bachelor’s degree in a related field along with a minimum two years of progressively responsible and diversified office experience in a municipal and/or legal environment.

• Experience in policy analysis and writing.
• Above-average skills in written communication.
• Experience working with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Experience in project management including project design, development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience in writing comprehensive formal reports.
• Experience in system analysis (an asset).
• Experience and comfort with public speaking.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite.
• Knowledge of a municipal government organization (an asset).
• A team player with the ability to foster a positive work environment.

Posting Closes September 8th, 2024