This includes our External Relations team, where your expertise, vision, and values make a lasting impact. You will be part of a work environment that supports respectful interactions, meaningful opportunities to grow, and a culture that promotes well-being and collaboration.
You’ll provide corporate leadership and strategic oversight for the City’s intergovernmental relations and advocacy agenda, corporate communications and public relations, corporate customer service (including the One Stop Customer Service Shop), grant strategy and funding coordination, and related external relations functions.
You’ll work collaboratively with the Mayor’s Office to ensure coordination between political advisory functions to the Mayor and corporate advocacy execution.
You’ll bring unique leadership to develop your team and help create a workplace where people want to stay and grow.
Whether you live in Thunder Bay, you’re looking to return, or excited to make the City your new home, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence is recognized, and make a real impact to our community.
We’re proud to offer a workplace where your well-being, growth, and sense of purpose come first. As the Director – External Relations, you’ll enjoy:
• A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
• A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus life insurance for peace of mind
• Generous paid vacation and holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave days when you need more time off
• Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career
• A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions
• The opportunity to lead a dedicated and talented team, who are highly respected within the Corporation