David Dobbelsteyn

David Dobbelsteyn has extensive experience in community support and growth management, currently serving as the Director of Growth and Community Support Services at the City of Saint John since February 2014. This role involves overseeing a department that manages various initiatives, including recreation programming, the City Market, and community housing programs, with a staff of 52 and a substantial budget. Previous roles include Acting Director of Growth and Community Planning, Manager of Growth, and Manager of Population Growth, focusing on economic and population development in the city. Prior experience includes serving as a Youth Counselor at the John Howard Society and as Music Director for local churches. David Dobbelsteyn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Psychology from the University of New Brunswick and a Certificate in Philosophy from Collège universitaire dominicain.