Please forward your resume quoting the specific Title and File # for the employment opportunities below to:

City of Vaughan
Human Resources Department
2141 Major Mackenzie Drive
Vaughan, ON L6A 1T1
Fax: 905-832-8575
email: resume@vaughan.ca

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected
for an interview will be contacted.

ONE OF ONTARIO'S FASTEST GROWING, MOST DIVERSE CITIES

SAFETY & SECURITY COORDINATOR
PARKS & FORESTRY DEPARTMENT
FILE #09-96-MBX

CITIZENS FIRST THROUGH SERVICE EXCELLENCE

You will find everything a great city has to offer in Vaughan.  Perhaps that’s why it’s one of Canada’s most in-demand places to live.  With its well balanced mix of urban, suburban and rural areas, the City of Vaughan has a dynamic and diverse population of over a quarter million.  It has a strong economic base, a growing tourism industry and an enviable portfolio of recreational and cultural venues. 

As the Safety & Security Coordinator you will be primarily responsible for monitoring the implementation of recommendations made by Vaughan’s Safe City Committee as approved by Council.  You will develop, coordinate and deliver a wide variety of programs aimed at meeting Vaughan’s Safe City Committee’s objectives. In this position you will work cooperatively and collaboratively with other City staff to ensure that all actions taken are aimed at reducing harm to persons and property within the City of Vaughan.  You will facilitate and provide support to steering committees and working groups.  You will monitor and liaise with City departments on matters such as crime prevention, recreational safety, social development, vehicle and pedestrian safety and programs and services within the jurisdictions of municipal responsibilities.
 
With your Post secondary degree in Arts, Public/Recreation Administration, Social Science or equivalent recognized degree you will likely have a minimum of five (5) years professional experience which includes a demonstrated competency in organizational/community development, project management, public consultation processes, communications and strategic planning.  Experience working with vulnerable populations including diverse community safety and development initiatives would be an asset. Strong facilitation and presentation skills.  A demonstrated ability to work independently in both thought and action, in research, community engagement, collaboration, social development, consulting, contract management, and issue identification.  Extensive knowledge in the above areas, including familiarity with urban issues such as community capacity building, community policing and working with vulnerable or at risk groups.  Excellent oral, written communication and computer skills which include preparation of reports, funding proposals, public speaking and creative use of the Internet. Knowledge of new social marketing technologies.  Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills are required.  Knowledge of urban social issues is an asset.  “Competent” worker as defined under the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act.  Ability to deal effectively and courteously with public and staff.  A clear criminal clearance certificate.  

If you are an energetic person who is interested in exploring this opportunity further, please forward your resume, quoting File #09-96-MBX in the subject line by THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009 to: 

Human Resources Department
City of Vaughan
2141 Major Mackenzie Drive
Vaughan, Ontario L6A 1T1
Fax: 905-832-8575
resume@vaughan.ca

Candidates Must:

Interested persons please contact Human Resources:

SEASONAL RECREATION JOBS

Vaughan's Recreation and Culture Department offers hundreds of rewarding seasonal/part-time job opportunities in aquatics, arts, camps, fitness, sports, and other recreation program areas.

Whether you're an instructor, program leader or camp counsellor, it will be your expertise and your desire to give back to the community that ensures we deliver recreational programs that the whole community will benefit from.

For more information about seasonal/part-time recreation jobs, visit www.vaughan.ca/SeasonalRecJobs