Community Activator Summer Student

Up to 2 temporary full-time positions for 4 months intended specifically for students currently enrolled in a recreation education commerce computer science human ecology arts or related post-secondary degree program commencing in May 2026

The Safe Mobility Section provides leadership toward the City of Edmontons efforts to achieve Vision Zero zero traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries by 2032. Endorsed by City Council in 2015 this work encompasses transportation and city-building efforts from across the corporation as outlined in the Safe Mobility Strategy 2021-2025.

Reporting to the School and Playground Zone Safety Coordinator you will work within the Program Management team within the Safety Engineering section. The Program Management unit delivers engineering and school safety programs like Vision Zero Street Labs and Safe Routes to School to the community. This is an exciting opportunity to support traffic safety programs which are growing in interest throughout Edmonton. These programs help ensure a liveable and inclusive city where citizens have an active voice in making our streets safer and more livable.

This role works with other City staff and external partners including residents and community organizations to assist in communicating information coordinating materials assisting with projects and events and supporting services that respond to the needs of the community regarding matters of safe mobility.

As a part of the team you will:

• Support the Playground Zone Safety Coordinator with ongoing engagement with Schools and School Boards

• Help with administrative tasks including document management to improve databases

• Interpret data to assist with the deployment of the permanent and temporary speed check signs

• Support the development of Standard Operating Procedures for the speed check sign program

• Support with communications materials as necessary

• Conduct environmental scans to help evolve Playground Zone Safety programming

• Assist with project administration such as On-Street Construction & Maintenance Permit & traffic control arrangements

• Assist The Playground Zone Safety Team on installation days and perform site visits

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• Currently enrolled in a Recreation Education Commerce Computer Science Science Human Ecology Arts Urban Planning or related post-secondary degree program

• Experience using Google Workspace applications

Assets:

• Administrative experience such as data entry taking meeting minutes and use of spreadsheets

• Experience interpreting data

• Experience using GIS or google my maps

• Class 5 Drivers Licence (or provincial equivalent)

Skills Required for Success:

• Flexibility to work in both an indoor office setting outdoor on-site work and travel to multiple locations across the city

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent time management and organization skills

• Excellent customer service skills

• Confidence to work independently and with a team

• A commitment to service excellence

• Commitment to a culture of inclusion and understanding

• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments

• Alignment to our Leadership Competencies

Conditions of Employment:

• The City welcomes applications from any students currently enrolled in one of the above programs. Applicants should apply online and include a cover letter resume updated official transcripts and the names of two references

• Hire is dependent upon a Criminal Records Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees in all their diversity can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourage you to apply. To learn more see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process please contact .

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week Monday - Friday with the ability to work occasional weekends as required

The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

Salary Range: $21.586 - $27.472 (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant: AW/JR

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation