Head, Community Engagement

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Head, Community Engagement will work with senior management to create an inclusive Community Engagement policy, develop a framework to execute that policy, develop relationships with a variety of stakeholders, and foster community representation throughout the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology (RTMP).
This position will work with existing organizational stakeholders, and help build new relationships that will contribute to the RTMP's strategic plan and overall networks. With guidance and support from the RTMP's senior management team, the individual will actively conduct organizational assessments, develop and implement strategies, and collaborate with other ministries, divisions, branches, and program areas on major initiatives. By creating, building, and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders, the incumbent will enable the RTMP to have a greater public value provincially, nationally, and internationally. This, in turn, will increase the RTMP's relevance to all Albertans and deepen the impact of community contributions on the RTMP's core functions.

• Work closely with the RTMP's management team, staff, and outside agencies to create and execute engagement strategies, and to develop and promote programs and events that address the needs of RTMP stakeholders.
• Work with appropriate organizations and RTMP staff to foster community involvement in the development of public-facing experiences (programs, exhibits, etc.).
• Facilitate a robust and diverse community connection to the RTMP, through consistent consultation and participation in projects, activities, and outcomes connected to the RTMP's strategic plan and relevant GOA initiatives. This will also include developing and sharing project progress reports.
• Work with staff across the RTMP to integrate Community Engagement into project planning though both formal and informal engagement strategies.
• Reach out to targeted organizations, communities, non-profits, professional associations, and other parties in the collaborative development of new or ongoing initiatives.
• Foster connections to museum and cultural associations throughout Alberta, Canada, and internationally, by building networks among like-minded institutions through collaboration, support, and resource sharing.
• Spend time with other museums, communities, cultural groups, non-profit service agencies, and other targeted external stakeholders, with the intention of connecting with their needs and desired outcomes related to working with the RTMP.
• Participate in relevant community activities to build positive relationships, while remaining impartial and flexible when working within different cultural standards and expectations.
• Move projects forward with limited resources, while respecting cultural sensitivity.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviours that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
To be successful in this position you will require the following competencies:
Develop Networks: you will need to identify and develop authentic relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
Build Collaborative Environments: you will model inclusive leadership and collaboratively develop priorities for Community Engagement at RTMP.
Creative Problem Solving: you will engage your colleagues, RTMP partners, communities, and targeted organizations as needed, when determining ways that RTMP’s activities can foster community involvement.
Agility: you will work with diverse communities to foster productive relationships for the RTMP.
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Qualifications

A university degree in Museum Studies, Communications, Public History, Community Engagement, Anthropology, or similar field and a minimum of five years demonstrated experience in public engagement, program development, and activities connected to working directly with communities.
A solid understanding of the theories of museum best practices regarding Community Engagement as applied to operations (such as exhibits, programs, and interpretation) as well as hands-on experience with collections and curatorial best practices relating to engagement strategies.

• Excellent ability to lead teams and create productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including mediation and communications skills related to working with diverse communities.
• A solid understanding of Community Engagement principles and practices, specifically in a government and museum environment.
• Ability to successfully work in a politically sensitive environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to actively engage with diverse communities.
• The ability to navigate and articulate, lead and facilitate conversations, and analyze and apply learnings in a government environment is an asset.

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Hours of Work:

Position Requirements:

• Final candidates will be required to undergo security screening.

Other Information:

• A cover letter outlining how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role is required and may be used to assess your writing skills.

Position Location:

• Location for this role will be in Drumheller.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

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• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs