Executive Initiatives Coordinator

Job Title:  Executive Initiatives Coordinator
Job Posting Number: 2026-0368
Posting Type: Internal
Posting Period: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 8:30 AM to Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Department: Finance
Union: Non-Union
Position Status: Temporary Full-Time
Job Code: NU0378
Grade/Class: NU12
Number of Positions: 1
Rate of Pay: $106,903.33 - $129,942.31 annually
Hours of Work per Week: 35 hours
Shift Work Required: No

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Commissioner of Finance/ City Treasurer or designate, the Executive Initiatives Coordinator is responsible to provide support services inclusive of research, analysis, planning and policy development, report writing, special project support, issue management and government relations:

• Performs special studies or investigations which require analysis of information (including statistics) in highly sensitive areas, and makes recommendations regarding appropriate action;
• Coordinates large, cross-corporate reports requiring input from various areas in addition to preparing departmental Council reports and other reports and/or studies as required;
• Makes presentations to internal and external groups as required;
• Participates in and supports the full spectrum of Financial, Corporate and Community issues; 
• Manages issues and problem solves in a wide variety of disciplines;
• Identifies and reports on key issues affecting the organization including financial, political, economic, social, technological and administrative factors;
• Serves as a liaison and works with the three (3) levels of government and other functional service areas, agencies, and external partners on behalf of the Commissioner or designate;
• Assists in community development activities;
• Supports communication (internal and external) and public relation activities, such as scheduling, organizing and ensuring that project target dates and/or deadlines are met;
• Serves as the link between the strategic leaders and the operational leaders of the Corporation;
• Assists in the development and achievement of strategies within the Corporate Strategic Plan;
• Assists in the implementation of new initiatives;
• Will be involved in Emergency Preparedness and Response for the Corporation as required;
• Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health & Safety Program.
• Will perform other related duties as required.

 

Qualifications:

 

• Must have a Master’s Degree in Arts, Business, Science, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency, and a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in the areas of research, analysis and report preparation;

• OR Must have a University Degree in Arts, Business, Science, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency, and a minimum of six (6) years’ experience in the areas of research, analysis and report preparation;
• OR Must have a College Diploma in Arts, Business, Science, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency, and over ten (10) years’ experience in the areas of research, analysis and report preparation;
• Must have the ability to travel to off-site locations in a timely and expedient manner as required.  If method of travel is by vehicle, a current valid and lawful driver’s license is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and must provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment;
• Must have proven leadership qualities and be both self-motivated and a team player;
• Must have excellent organizational and multi-tasking capabilities;
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Must have operating knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
• Must exhibit the potential to develop or have demonstrated key competencies inclusive of community & organizational awareness, political acuity, ingenuity, critical and strategic thinking with the ability/desire to develop others;
• Will be required to complete and remain current as per the requirements of the Corporation’s Management Certificate Program;
• Progression through the Art of Supervision Program Certificate or a supervisory program of a similar nature is considered an asset; and
• Experience in Project Management is considered an asset.

 

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a light level of work.

The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.
Who May Apply:   
Current City of Windsor employees.  Eligibility for consideration is determined by the applicable collective agreement and/or current Corporate hiring practices.
How to Apply:

• An online application is available by viewing this posting on Dashboard (Human Resources)
• Applications must be completed and submitted by no later than the posting period noted. 
• If you require assistance to apply online, please contact recruitment@citywindsor.ca or call (519) 255-6515.

Updated:     

• By Human Resources on October 8, 2026

Note:

• We offer a smoke-free and scent-safe office environment
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.