MINJobs posting: Community Engagement Specialist – Transportation
May 31, 2025
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Community Engagement Specialist – Transportation

Organization:
District of Saanich
Region:
British Columbia
Application deadline:
June 15, 2025 before 23:30
Hiring date:
July 14, 2025
Type:
Permanent – Full Time Position
Category:
Planning & development
Description
The District of Saanich is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist-Transportation to join our dynamic Transportation and Development Services team. This position plays a key role in connecting Saanich’s transportation goals with the community by leading engagement, outreach, and communications activities related to transportation policy and infrastructure. This is a new position that will be an expansion of the team and the successful candidate will be comfortable with charting a new course and navigating a transition period.

In this role, you will develop and implement engagement strategies, translate technical information into plain language, prepare content for social media and public communications, and collaborate closely with both technical staff and the Corporate Communications Division. You will also represent the District at community events, respond to public inquiries, and help shape the dialogue around sustainable transportation and active mobility initiatives in Saanich.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in communications, a passion for community engagement, and experience supporting technical teams in delivering impactful public projects. Your ability to build relationships, convey complex ideas clearly, and manage multiple priorities will contribute to the success of Saanich’s evolving transportation network.

Requirements

Requirements include a university undergraduate degree in Planning, Communications, Public Administration or a related field; three years of experience in communications (preferably supporting transportation projects); superior writing and interpersonal skills; and knowledge of sustainable transportation policy and initiatives. Experience in a local government or public institution setting and knowledge of Canadian Press (CP) style are assets.

Salary & Benefits

This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $46.36 per hour and an excellent benefits package. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week with a flexible schedule. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on June 15, 2025, quoting competition 25141. In addition to the interview process, testing will be conducted. We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be contacted.

The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences.  If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca.

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