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The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay – a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all.
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Job Description:
Strengthen our community and create a lasting impact.
At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs – where your leadership, collaboration, and commitment strengthens community and helps drive programs that create safer, stronger, and more vibrant neighbourhoods for years to come.
You will play an important role in connecting people, processes, and solutions that support responsible community well-being. You will be part of a work environment that supports respectful interactions, meaningful opportunities to grow, and a culture that promotes collaboration.
Thunder Bay offers more than a fulfilling career. With its natural beauty, affordability, and strong sense of community, it’s a city where you can grow personally and professionally.
Where You’ll Make a Difference Every Day
As a Vacant Building Program Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in supporting initiatives that improve neighbourhood safety, enhance property standards, and help revitalize underutilized spaces.
You’ll work with internal teams, property owners, and stakeholders to support programs that improve safety, encourage compliance, and strengthen neighbourhoods.
Whether you live in Thunder Bay, you’re looking to return, or excited to make the City your new home, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence is recognized, and make a real impact to our community.
How You’ll Support the Team
In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring a Vacant & Dilapidated Building Program, and have the following accountabilities:
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Develop, coordinate and monitor the Vacant & Dilapidated Building Program, policies and initiatives.
- Engage with vacant building owners and clearly communicate the requirements of the Program; assist property owners with Program compliance including the online Vacant Building Registry.
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Investigate, respond to, and track citizen complaints and inquiries regarding vacant buildings.
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Keep accurate records, track key metrics, and prepare reports to inform management, ensure funding compliance, and improve operations.
- Coordinate a Steering Committee of City staff, and other community partners as required, for a coordinated response to vacant buildings, including scheduling meetings, taking meeting notes, and distributing agendas and minutes.
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Develop Property Specific Response Plans for identified vacant buildings and coordinate implementation between various divisions, City departments, public agencies, and/or private sector representatives.
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Develop and conduct public education for property owners and the general public to raise awareness of the Vacant & Dilapidated Building Program, Vacant Building Registry, and complaint process.
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Plan, coordinate, manage, and attend public engagement events and report to relevant Ward, Committee, and Council meetings, as required.
- Conduct best practice reviews, research policies and programs, including those in other municipalities, and provide advice and recommendations for Program enhancements.
- Review and prepare requests for quotation/proposal, tenders, contracts, and agreements for required services and monitors/evaluates the work of consultants.
- Monitor emerging issues related to vacant buildings and provide recommendations to City management.
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What You Can Count On With Us
We’re proud to offer a workplace where your well-being, growth, and sense of purpose come first. As the Vacant Building Program Coordinator you’ll enjoy:
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A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
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A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security
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Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus life insurance for peace of mind
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Generous paid vacation and holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave days when you need more time off
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Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
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Leadership development and tuition reimbursement programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career
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A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions
What You’ll Bring to the Team
Here’s what will help you succeed as the Vacant Building Program Coordinator:
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Degree in planning studies, environmental studies, business administration, building science, public administration, or related field, along with three years of related experience in program delivery; or
- Diploma in planning studies, environmental studies, business administration, building science, public administration, or related field, along with five years of related experience in program delivery.
- Ability to work with a diverse population and to identify, understand, and meet/exceed internal and external customer service requirements.
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Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Join us at the City of Thunder Bay, where you’ll support a dedicated team, and make a lasting difference every day.
Belonging, Inclusion, and Your Privacy
The City of Thunder Bay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We are committed to a recruitment process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free.
If you need an accommodation during any part of the recruitment process, let us know — we will work with you to meet your needs.
For privacy and fairness, please do not include photos, ID cards, driver’s licences, or police record checks with your application. These documents will only be requested if you’re successful.
General Information:
As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:
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Photos
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Any certificates that have photo identification
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Driver’s licences
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Police records checks
Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.
ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.
PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866
