Community Liaison

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. As a Community Liaison, you will work with local youth serving organizations, natural supports and schools to create awareness of the services and programs offered by the Youth Employment Centre to recruit new clients to access the services of the Youth Employment Centre. You will work collaboratively with national and local employers to encourage the hiring and retention of youth in their workforce by creating partnerships with these employers to provide Youth Employment Centre clients the opportunity to successfully transition in the workforce. Primary duties include:

• Initiate, develop and maintain partnerships with employers for the purposes of providing employment opportunities for youth.
• Promote career exploration activities with employers including informational interviews and networking opportunities, connecting youth to those opportunities.
• Maintain accurate knowledge of the Calgary labour market, employment trends, seasonal requirements, future requirements, and current and upcoming labour market programs.
• Ensure that the Youth Employment Centre maintains a strong social media presence using various social media platforms that engage youth customers.
• Plan, organize, and implement onsite hiring events and the annual Hiring Fair which attracts 80 employers and 5,000 youth.
• Recruit youth candidates for specific employment opportunities with employer partners.

Qualifications

• A completed 2 year diploma in a Social Science field such as Social Work, Human Services, Recreation, Disability Studies, Human Resources or a related field and at least 4 years of experience in community and/or employer relations; OR
• A degree in a Social Science field such as Social Work, Human Services, Recreation, Disability Studies, Human Resources or a related field and at least 2 years of experience in community and/or employer relations.
• A valid Class 5 Drivers License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending and use of personal vehicle for business is required.
• An understanding of vulnerable youth and their needs is required.
• Previous experience and understanding of social media marketing trends and tools is a strong asset, with a familiarity in tools such as Hootsuite, Canva and/or Adobe Suite.
• An understanding of the career planning process and work search strategies would be considered assets.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Calgary labour markets is also considered an asset.
• Previous experience with post-secondary sector including building relationships with relevant employers and partners would be an asset.
• Success in this position requires, excellent organizational and time management skills, interpersonal, customer service and relationship building/management skills.
• Ability to be proactive and a high degree of initiative are required.

Pre-employment Requirements

• A security clearance will be conducted.
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Union: CUPE Local 38 Business Unit: Recreation and Social Programs
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 18 months) Location: 315 10 Avenue SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 9 $40.18 - 53.76 per hour (2025 Rates) Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External Apply By: January 10, 2025
Job ID #: 311131