Industry Relations Strategist
Top Benefits
About the role
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 an Industry Relations Strategist, you will play a strategic and cross-functional role within the Infrastructure Services department, leading external collaboration and relationship management with industry associations and infrastructure asset owners. You will assist in the implementation of the Industry Relations Strategy, develop and implement relationship management plans, support advocacy efforts, and coordinate responses to emerging issues and trends that affect infrastructure delivery. Primary duties include:
- Develop, maintain and support strategic relationships with assigned external partners, including industry associations and infrastructure owners.
- Build and execute tailored relationship management strategies with assigned external partners and support the internal relationship sponsors and owners.
- Lead strategic communications and engagement efforts to strengthen relationships between The City and industry partners, ensuring transparency, alignment, and shared success in infrastructure delivery.
- Identify and address cross-corporate issues and risks, conduct research on emerging trends and technologies, and support strategic planning efforts.
- Keep an issues and decisions log, contribute to annual reports, and prepare briefing notes and updates for senior leadership.
Qualifications
- A degree in Public Administration, Business, Communications, Economics, Planning, Political Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, and at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in public relations, policy development, or strategic communications.
- Experience in relationship management and event management are essential.
- The successful candidate will possess business and political acumen, sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex and ambiguous assignments with autonomy.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle
- This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Project Development
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $47.01 - 62.84 per hour
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: November 10, 2025
Job ID #: 312798
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Industry Relations Strategist
Top Benefits
About the role
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 an Industry Relations Strategist, you will play a strategic and cross-functional role within the Infrastructure Services department, leading external collaboration and relationship management with industry associations and infrastructure asset owners. You will assist in the implementation of the Industry Relations Strategy, develop and implement relationship management plans, support advocacy efforts, and coordinate responses to emerging issues and trends that affect infrastructure delivery. Primary duties include:
- Develop, maintain and support strategic relationships with assigned external partners, including industry associations and infrastructure owners.
- Build and execute tailored relationship management strategies with assigned external partners and support the internal relationship sponsors and owners.
- Lead strategic communications and engagement efforts to strengthen relationships between The City and industry partners, ensuring transparency, alignment, and shared success in infrastructure delivery.
- Identify and address cross-corporate issues and risks, conduct research on emerging trends and technologies, and support strategic planning efforts.
- Keep an issues and decisions log, contribute to annual reports, and prepare briefing notes and updates for senior leadership.
Qualifications
- A degree in Public Administration, Business, Communications, Economics, Planning, Political Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, and at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in public relations, policy development, or strategic communications.
- Experience in relationship management and event management are essential.
- The successful candidate will possess business and political acumen, sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex and ambiguous assignments with autonomy.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle
- This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Project Development
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $47.01 - 62.84 per hour
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: November 10, 2025
Job ID #: 312798
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.