Economic Development Officer

Economic Development Officer

ABOUT BRIDGEWATER 
The Town of Bridgewater (pop: ~8,700) is located on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, about one hour’s drive from the provincial capital of Halifax. A forward-thinking, progressive community, in 2014 our town was named “Best Place To Raise A Family” in Atlantic Canada. In 2019, Bridgewater was declared winner of the $5 million Smart Cities Challenge prize for its plan to combat energy poverty. As the “Main Street of the South Shore,” we are the hub community of our region, boasting great recreation amenities and quality of life, matched with a wide range of shops, services, and restaurants to suit the tastes and needs of you and your family.

ABOUT THE ROLE 
We are seeking an experienced Economic Development professional to join our Team. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this position supports the strategic goals of the Town and the implementation of the Town’s Economic and Business Development priorities with specific responsibility for investment attraction; business retention and expansion; relationship building; local and external business engagement, communications and development; and land marketing, sales and acquisition.  This position has senior strategic project management responsibilities for major initiatives undertaken within the Town.  This position also has responsibility for developing briefing papers, research reports, staff reports and policy development. This role will be actively engaged with other departments and other economic development stakeholders to ensure that the economic development efforts are aligned, integrated and consistent with all of Council’s strategic priorities and directions. 

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 

• Post-Secondary Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Community Development, or a related field; undergraduate required, masters’ preferred.
• Certificate or Diploma from a recognized program of Economic Development.

Experience: 

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a role or roles with responsibility for economic development or a related field.
• Program delivery and project management would be an asset.

• Experience in areas such as business, industrial/commercial development, real estate and/or marketing would be an asset.
• Combination of education and experience will be considered. 

Knowledge:

• Understanding of local government roles and responsibilities
• Municipal, provincial, and federal regulatory environment related to economic development 

• Familiarity and experience with municipal and property law
• Demonstrated understanding of economic development principles
• Basic knowledge of GIS systems would be an asset.
• Experience with ArcGIS Business Analyst would be an asset.

• Must hold a valid drivers’ license and be willing to travel.

For a complete detailed position description, click here.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Permanent position
• Salary: $65,000 - 84,000, commensurate with experience. 

• Full-time (35 hours per week)

SUBMISSION DETAILS 

Interested individuals should forward a resume and cover letter in confidence to:

Ashley Chase, Human Resources Officer 
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Competition# TOBEDO_2021

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

While we thank you for your interest, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted. 

• The Town of Bridgewater is committed to the fundamental principles of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity, and to offering equal employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance — free from discrimination or harassment because of Age, Race, Colour, Religion, Creed, Ethnic, national or aboriginal origin, Sex (including pregnancy and pay equity), Sexual orientation, Physical disability, Mental disability, Family status, Marital status, Source of income, Irrational fear of contracting an illness or disease, Association with protected groups or individuals, Political belief, affiliation or activity, Gender Identity, or Gender Expression, in accordance with the Nova Scotia Human Rights Code. 
• The Town of Bridgewater is committed to the principles of the Accessibility Act. As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

Energize Bridgewater Project Director (Term - 3 years)

Employment Opportunity

Energize Bridgewater Project Director (Term - 3 years)

ABOUT ENERGIZE BRIDGEWATER
Over the past decade, the Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, has emerged as an international leader in sustainability and energy transition planning and programming. Winner of a GLOBE award in 2018 as well as the national Smart Cities Challenge in 2019, the community's Energize Bridgewater program has been recognized for its approach to innovation in a municipal setting.

Through this program, the Town is moving toward a transition to a clean, energy efficient economy within 30 years, while simultaneously lifting its residents out of energy poverty, a condition that affects nearly 40% of the population. With funding in place for the next five years, Bridgewater is expanding its sustainability team by seeking highly motivated professionals who want to be at the forefront of climate, energy, and social innovation in Canada.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Energize Bridgewater Project Director oversees strategic and the day-to-day management of the Energize Bridgewater program.  The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the team of staff, consultants, and community partners to deliver the project and its outcomes and ensure it is achieved on time and within the project’s contractual and social obligations.  The Project Director is also responsible for managing contracts with vendors and partners, managing project risks, and reporting to funders, the Chief Administrative Officer and Town Council.  To nurture innovation and support program design, prototyping, and evaluation efforts, the Project Director will foster an adaptive management environment for the Energize Bridgewater team and its partners.  The Project Director reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and is responsible to manage developmental and capacity building of departmental staff, and financial management of the department budgets and plans and to ensure Energize Bridgewater is aligned with Council and Organizational priorities.

ABOUT YOU
A seasoned professional with a portfolio of successful projects under your belt, you are skilled at turning vision into reality and ensuring that project resources are utilized and maximized to their full potential. You have a passion for sustainability, clean energy transformation, and are aligned with Energize Bridgewater’s poverty reduction goals. You thrive in an innovation environment but have the skills and acumen to lead a project team within the context of a broader organization to successful outcomes. You are strategically minded but can comfortably navigate the day-to-day operations without losing sight of the big picture.

OTHER KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Post-secondary degree in sciences, arts, or commerce, preferably a concentration in Engineering, Planning, or master’s in business administration.

Certification:

• Professional Project Manager (PPM) certification considered an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of senior level experience managing  projects and leading project teams.
• Experience managing complex multi-year projects that focus on technology deployment and innovation.
• Experience in one or more of the following is an asset but not a limiting factor:
  • Energy efficiency and/or renewable energy projects
  • Smart cities initiatives
  • Public sector
  • Community services sector and/or poverty alleviation

CLICK HERE to view the full detailed job description for this position.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• 3-year term position (approximate)
• Salary Range: $90,125 to $98,000, commensurate with experience.
• Full-time (35 hours per week)

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Interested individuals shall forward a resume and cover letter in confidence to:

Ashley Chase, Human Resources Officer
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Competition# TOBEBDIRECTOR_2021

Applications will be received until the position is filled.

All applications will receive notification of receipt, if you do not receive this notification, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. While we thank you for your interest, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

• The Town of Bridgewater is committed to the fundamental principles of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity, and to offering equal employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance — free from discrimination or harassment because of Age, Race, Colour, Religion, Creed, Ethnic, national or aboriginal origin, Sex (including pregnancy and pay equity), Sexual orientation, Physical disability, Mental disability, Family status, Gender Identity, Gender Expression, or other protected characteristics, in accordance with the Nova Scotia Human Rights Code.
• The Town of Bridgewater is committed to the principles of the Accessibility Act. As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Casual Bus Drivers

Are you a people-person with good driving skills? Are you interested in being a part of a new and exciting Town service? Join our team and become a casual bus driver with Bridgewater Transit.
If you are looking for employment that allows you to use your friendly and courteous personality to connect with your community, please apply today!

As the ideal candidate, you have:
• High School Diploma or equivalent (required);
• Completion of a defensive driving course (may be supplied by employer);
• A valid Nova Scotia Class 1 or 2 Driver’s license (required) and a clean driving record;
• Three (3) years of experience working in a service occupation dealing directly with customers;
• Five (5) years of recent driving experience;
• Ability to work in Canada;
• Driving experience in a public transit environment is an asset.

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