The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. Working in Local Government provides many opportunities to not only develop your career but also to improve the lives of residents and visitors to Yellowknife! At the City, the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive, safe and fun environment for us all. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high-quality services and excellent customer service to residents. In addition, the City of Yellowknife is committed to reconciliation and implementing actions intended to increase the number of Indigenous peoples who work for the City. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons, visible minorities, and persons with a disability to self-declare when submitting their applications. We are currently offering an exciting opportunity for the right person to join and work alongside the dedicated and community-focused team of professionals in its Economic Development and Strategy Department as the Economic Development Officer (EDO).

This position requires a degree in communications, community planning, business administration, journalism, public relations, or a related field, plus a minimum of three (3) years related experience. Experience should include community engagement within a government or dynamic corporate environment. The incumbent should have strong graphic design, photography and writing skills, as well as strong interpersonal and public relations abilities. A background in business, economics, or event planning would be a strong asset. The ability to establish and maintain cooperative and constructive relationships with individuals at all levels of organizations, members of Council (when requested by the Manager), and representatives of external organizations is required. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate and lead are a must. An entrepreneurial approach and ability to promote the City's Economic Development projects and initiatives should be evident from prior work experience.

The City of Yellowknife offers an attractive annual salary range of $85,780.84 - $103,445.91 as well as a comprehensive benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, and monthly housing and vacation travel allowances totaling $450.

Qualified applicants are required to apply no later than May 21, 2024.

Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: to submit your resume.

Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check prior to employment. We thank all applicants who apply, but advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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