Business Strategist

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 the Business Strategist you will work independently within a cross-divisional setting to support three lines of service (Water Treatment & Supply, Wastewater Collection & Treatment, and Stormwater Management). The Business Strategist provides strategic expertise to engage leadership and other interested parties in navigating complex and emerging issues, plans and manages priority projects, advances risk management and continuous improvement activities, and supports divisional planning and performance reporting, enabling The Utility to deliver on identified One Calgary priorities and provide the utility services Calgarians' value. Primary duties include:

• Bring together the interested parties from across The Utility's three lines of service and internal City partners to build alignment and support effective service delivery.
• Manage complex projects and build awareness and understanding of business issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Work with various levels of leadership and multidisciplinary teams to develop strategic policies, frameworks and plans in priority areas.
• Help the Utility gather and analyze information on emerging issues, industry trends, service innovations, and customer expectations. 

Qualifications 

• A completed degree in Business, Science, Social Sciences, Environmental Planning, Public Administration, Marketing or Communications.
• At least 5 years of related experience in strategic planning, communications planning, policy and guideline development, or primary and secondary research in a Water Utility or a complex multi-divisional organization.
• Project and/ or policy management experience/ skills and the ability to work on several time-sensitive projects simultaneously and manage ambiguity is required.
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative research and analysis, and Council report writing would be considered as asset. 
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and strategic thinking skills are essential as well as the ability to prioritize, build consensus among interested parties and influence without authority.

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. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction. 
   

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit: Water Services
• Union: CUPE Local 38
• Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 18 months)
• Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $48.54 - 64.88 per hour
• Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.
• Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
• Location: Various
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: September 18, 2026
• Job ID: 314992