Intergovernmental Relations Advisor

Position Posting  Intergovernmental Relations Advisor   (1 Position Available)  Term of Employment :   Full-Time, Continuing  Rate of Pay :   Out-of-Scope Non-Management Salary Grid Band 5   Location :   City Hall  Duties :   Reporting to the City Manager, the Intergovernmental Relations Advisor is responsible for coordinating the City of Lloydminster’s intergovernmental initiatives and advocacy efforts.

This role provides extensive research, analysis, and advice on policy trends and recommended actions, develops the City’s advocacy plan and coordinates government relations activities to support municipal priorities.

The Advisor fosters relationships and facilitates collaboration with the federal government, Saskatchewan and Alberta provincial governments, regional municipalities, Indigenous communities and key stakeholders.  Policy Analysis, Research & Environmental Scanning  Conduct ongoing cross-jurisdictional research environmental scans to identify issues, trends, risks and opportunities affecting the City.  Analyze Alberta and Saskatchewan provincial and federal policies, legislation, regulatory changes, budget releases and regional developments and assess their implications for the City.  Prepare recommendations, reports, briefings, and analysis for Executive Leadership and City Council as well as Provincial / Federal Government and other related groups.  Maintain awareness of political, economic, and social factors influencing municipal governance and incorporate relevant findings into strategic advice.  Primary contributor to establishing, enhancing and promoting the City’s regional and intermunicipal assets.     Advocacy & Government Relations strategy  Develop, coordinate, and implement the City’s advocacy strategy and government engagement plans.   Prepare briefing materials, key messages, presentations, and strategic advice to support Executive Leadership and City Council.   Facilitate meetings and interactions with internal departments, government representatives, decision makers, and external partners to advance the City’s interests.   Maintain, track, and report on the City’s advocacy plan to Executive Leadership and City Council.   Support City Council and Executive Leadership participating in provincial, federal, regional, and municipal boards, committees, and caucuses such as, Alberta Municipalities, AB Mid-sized Cities Mayors Caucus (MCMC), Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA), Saskatchewan City Mayor’s Caucus (CMC), Saskatchewan Cities Caucus SUMA, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and others as assigned.     Legislative Monitoring & Input  Monitor legislative reviews and regulatory initiatives impacting the City.  Supporting Legislative Services in tracking and aligning the City of Lloydminster Charter with other provincial legislations, identifying gaps for inclusion for future updates.  Knowledge of pertinent legislation such as the Lloydminster Charter, City of Lloydminster Bylaws as well as other municipal legislation.  Identify opportunities for the City’s participation in consultations and lead the development of formal submissions or responses.     Grants & Funding Opportunities  Monitor new or revised provincial and federal grant programs and assess implications in collaboration with the City’s Finance Department.  Support departments in identifying grant opportunities and development funding proposals.  Work directly with Grants Coordinator in identification and application of grants that are in alignment with advocacy efforts.     Indigenous Relations Support  Support relationship building and engagement with Indigenous governments, organizations, and communities.  Support internal efforts and HOT6 committee in efforts to support indigenous relations including engagement planning, capacity building, and awareness training.  Assist in the development of strategies that respect, strengthen, and enhance indigenous partnerships.     Intergovernmental Advisory & Strategic Initiatives  Identify intergovernmental and inter-municipal risks, challenges and emerging issues.  Provide advice and propose mitigation strategies to Executive Leadership.  Develop strategies to address intergovernmental, regional, inter-municipal and external stakeholder priorities.     Collaboration, Communication & Relationship Building  Coordinate the City’s government relations activities and promote consistent communication across departments.  Coach Executive Leadership, Department Managers and City Council on strategic messaging for external stakeholders.  Build and maintain collaborative relationships with governmental partners, municipal organizations, community stakeholders and regional partners.  Facilitate outreach to municipalities with shared interests and support joint advocacy efforts.     Other  Understand and adhere to all City policies, procedures and standards.  Other related duties as required.  Schedule :   Normal working hours are Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 a.m.

– 5 : 00 p.m. with the requirement to work evenings and overtime dependent upon required deadlines.

Travel will be required from time to time.

The ability to attend and conduct presentations is required.  Qualifications :   Completion of a two year post secondary diploma in Political Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning from a recognized institution or a related field.    Minimum of 5 years of experience in a strategic and policy driven environment within a municipal, provincial or federal government, including experience working with elected officials position or a related field.   Experience or general background in legal considered an asset.  Advanced written and oral communication skills and excellent presentation skills.  Highly developed interpersonal skills to interact with a variety of internal and external clients, build positive working relationships and exercise tact and diplomacy.  Ability to link long range vision, strategies and concepts to daily work.  Ability to effectively transfer ideas, concepts, and information into strategies and action plans.  Ability to develop, implement and evaluate advocacy plans.  Ability to analyze and interpret administrative procedures, regulations, legal documents, and legislation.  Knowledge and experience in managing multiple projects.  Ability to work both independently as well as within a multifaceted team environment.  Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).  A valid Class 5 Driver’s License registered in Alberta or Saskatchewan with an acceptable Driver’s Abstract is required.   This position will be required to operate a personal or municipal vehicle for business purposes.  Pre-Employment Requirements :   Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.  Successful applicant must provide proof of qualifications and work eligibility if applicable.  Applicants with international education will be required to include an Academic Credential Assessment with application.  Closing Date :   March 4, 2026  Posting Type :   Internal / External   Application Information :   The City of Lloydminster offers consistent working hours that afford a positive quality of life, a competitive salary / benefit package, and is an equal opportunity employer.  If you have questions or require further information on this position, please contact us.  All applications must be sent to the Employee Relations team and received by the closing date.  Powered by JazzHR