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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:
Connect Communities. Improve Mobility. Make a Difference.
At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we are building a workplace where everyone belongs—where your expertise in transportation planning, community engagement, program development, and partnership building helps create a more connected, accessible, and sustainable city.
Here, you will lead initiatives that encourage active transportation, support sustainable travel choices, and improve mobility for residents of all ages and abilities. You'll be part of a workplace that values respect, fosters growth, and promotes a culture of diversity, well-being, and 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 Mobility Coordinator, you will help shape how people move throughout Thunder Bay by advancing active transportation, accessibility, transportation demand management, and community mobility initiatives. Through education, partnership development, community engagement, and strategic program delivery, you will support a transportation network that is safer, healthier, more sustainable, and more inclusive.
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 coordinate mobility initiatives, engage with community partners, support transportation planning objectives, and promote active transportation throughout the city. You will also have the following accountabilities:
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Lead and support the implementation of initiatives identified in the Active Transportation Plan, Transportation Master Plan, Transportation Demand Management Program, and Wayfinding Strategy.
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Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate mobility programs and projects, including measuring outcomes and preparing reports for administration and City Council.
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Promote active transportation through public outreach, education campaigns, community events, presentations, and stakeholder engagement activities.
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Support initiatives that advance the City's Net-Zero Strategy, Active and Safe Routes to School programs, and connections between transportation systems and end-of-trip facilities.
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Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, school boards, government agencies, municipalities, and other stakeholders to advance shared mobility objectives.
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Provide input into transportation planning, development reviews, active transportation design standards, and policies related to pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.
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Lead and support funding applications, budget development, asset management planning, procurement activities, and contract administration for mobility-related projects.
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Monitor industry trends, legislation, emerging practices, and accessibility considerations, and recommend improvements to programs, policies, and services.
Mobility Coordinator - Job Description
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 a Mobility 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 Mobility Coordinator:
- Degree in planning or a related discipline; and
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Minimum four years’ experience developing and implementing transportation initiatives, including conducting public outreach and education; and assessing community engagement, or other related work experience
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Experience in applying for federal and provincial government and non-government funding
- Knowledge of applicable legislations, related regulations, and best practices
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Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing; and proven report writing skills
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Ability to deliver presentations to a variety of audiences and to skillfully handle on-the-spot questions from senior officials, members of City Council, special interest groups, and the media
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, private and public officials, and the public
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Excellent project/time management, analytical/critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills
Move Our City Forward - Apply Today
Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Join us at the City of Thunder Bay, where you'll help create safer, healthier, and more sustainable ways for people to move throughout our community while making a lasting impact every day.
Apply today and start your next chapter with the City of Thunder Bay.
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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Any certificates that have photo identification
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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
