Posted 12 days ago
Special Projects Manager
@ City of Saskatoon
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Overview
The City of Saskatoon is hiring a Special Projects Manager on a temporary full-time basis for about 24 months, under the supervision of the Community Development Manager. The role oversees the Building Safer Communities Fund project, including liaising with Public Safety Canada, managing budget and reporting, and coordinating stakeholders. The position is 36.67 hours per week, paid $86,735.04 to $101,651.04 per year, and filled under the Collective Bargaining Agreement with external candidates considered if not.
Pay:
$86,735–$101,651 a year
Responsibilities:
- Lead development and implementation of the Building Safer Communities Fund project
- Act as primary liaison with Public Safety Canada
- Manage project workplan, budget, and reporting
- Coordinate stakeholder meetings and communications
- Track and analyze project activities, outcomes, and finances
Requirements summary:
- University degree in social sciences, social work, community development or public administration
- Four to six years' experience in social programs and policy
- Program development, implementation and evaluation experience
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Project management experience is an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-31
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 36.67 |
| Schedule | day |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Social Sciences, Social Work, Community Development, Public Administration |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
City of Saskatoon
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 26 |
Position: Special Projects Manager
Division: Community Services
Department: Planning and Development
Term: 1 Temporary Full Time position available for approximately 24 months.
Closing Date: 11/09/2026
Labour Group: The Society
Posting: 5814
This position is a The Society position and will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Should it not be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, external candidates will be considered.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Community Development Manager, this position will oversee the development and implementation of the Building Safer Communities Fund project for the City of Saskatoon.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Oversight of the development and implementation of the Building Safer Communities Fund project.
- Act as the primary liaison with Public Safety Canada.
- Manage the Building Safer Communities Fund capital project including project initiation, development of the workplan and budget, and project execution.
- Consult and maintain ongoing communications with project collaborators.
- Complete, submit and gain approval for Public Safety Canada project requirements including project workplan and budget, interim and final reporting on project activities and financials.
- Tracking, monitoring and analyzing project activities, outcomes and finances.
- Coordinating and convening project stakeholder meetings.
- Identifying gaps, challenges and opportunities pertaining to project outcomes or operations.
- Oversee and lead project communications including with Communications and Public Engagement, reporting to City Council, and with external project collaborators.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience Requirements:
- University degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Community Development, Public Administration or a related discipline.
- Four to six years’ experience in development, management, delivery and research of social programs and policy.
- Possession of an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
- Considerable knowledge of the philosophy, theory, processes, and practices of social development as it pertains to Saskatoon.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in program development, implementation, management and evaluation.
- Knowledge of service delivery by public, private and non-profit sectors related to designated populations.
- Ability to express ideas and concepts effectively, orally and in writing, including formal presentations.
- A leadership approach grounded in humility, curiosity, emotional intelligence, and cultural responsiveness, with the ability to lead in ways that foster trust, respect, and collective responsibility.
- Ability to research, collect data, analyze and prepare findings to guide decision-making.
- Demonstrated skill in community engagement, communications, coordination, collaboration, budgeting, and time management.
- Project management of complex projects and experience with stakeholder management would be considered assets
- Ability to resolve complex issues in a multi-disciplinary environment including conflict management, work program and on-schedule project delivery
Weekly Hours: 36.67
Salary Range: $86,735.04 to $101,651.04 CAD per annum (2026 rates)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity
Accommodation
The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email [email protected].
While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Our Recruitment Process: Application > Posting Closes > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to the City
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