Chief Administrative Officer - Midland, Canada - Corporation of the Town of Midland

Corporation of the Town of Midland

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Midland, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Title:
Chief Administrative Officer

Status:
Regular Full-Time - Management (Non-Union)

Department:
Administration

Closing Date:
March 17, 2023 at 4:00pm

Position Summary

Reporting to the Mayor and Town Council, the CAO provides the cornerstone leadership for all aspects of Midland's business and services. The CAO facilitates the development of a clear mission and vision in line with Council directions and strategic priorities; implement a community based strategic plan and implement Council's goals; build a strong and effective Senior Leadership Team; challenge the organization to be innovative and responsive; and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of programs and services delivered to the community.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

As a strategic partner to Council, stakeholders and the Corporate Leadership Team, providing leadership, guidance and advice on the financial and administrative impact of proposals and initiatives to allow Council to make informed decisions.
Providing leadership during the preparation and presentation of operating and capital budgets. Presenting budget proposals, recommendations and observations to Council that complement short and longterm fiscal objectives of the corporation.
Maintaining strong working relationships with external auditors, legal advisors, consultants, Indigenous groups and representatives of federal and provincial governments and directing their efforts on the corporation's behalf.
Making gradual, progressive improvements in organizational structure to allow for excellence in service delivery and reporting the outcome of these improvements to Council.
Dealing effectively with high pressure, demanding, challenging situations that require concise, strategic decisionmaking and communication with many stakeholders in changing circumstances.
Respecting Council as the governing body but thinking creatively and pushing the limits to overcome obstacles and achieve shared goals and objectives.
Presenting proposals to Council on policy, project and financial initiatives and issues, using key staff and selected outside advisors when necessary.

Qualifications & Requirements

A master's degree in public administration, university degree in finance/business administration, human resources, law (L.L.B.) or other relevant postgraduate discipline, would be an asset.
10 years' experience in a senior management role, preferably in a unionized municipal setting.
Demonstrated work on strategic and creative thinking on visioning concepts of longterm plans.
Demonstrated leadership experience working with Council and overseeing a team of senior managers and professionals.
Demonstrated ability in dealing with Provincial Government, Federal Government, and other external agencies/ stakeholders.
Excellent organization skills to ensure a forward involvement of new municipal services with a performance measuring tool to assess qualitative results.
Thorough working knowledge of Municipal, Provincial, Federal, and Employer

- related legislation/regulations and contemporary issues, municipal government organizations and structures, municipal operations, municipal finance and reporting processes, labour relations principles and collective agreement administration, and management practices.

Ability to think and act strategically and astutely in a political and community service environment; to build strong and enthusiastic staff teams and external alliances/partnerships; to align departmental programs/services with corporate goals/objectives; and to champion the vision/mission of the Town and foster a positive, productive, innovative/creative workplace environment.
Shall disclose proof of enhanced COVID19 vaccination status.

Core Competencies
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Business Acumen - the ability to build business relationships, resolve conflicts, negotiate, mediate, facilitate, and deliver information to a wide variety of audiences. Effectively research and analyze, and effectively respond to emerging opportunities and risks.
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Political Acumen - Ability to build trust and credibility in a politically sensitive role with competing demands and priorities.
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Communications - Possesses strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and expresses thoughts in an organized, concise manner. Actively listens to the issues of others in a manner that elicits cooperation and support. Ability to think under pressure and present cogent ideas and respond effectively in a public meeting setting. Has the ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.
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Negotiations - Ability to negotiate contentious matters on behalf of the municipality specifically as it relates to development agreements, site plan agreements, and subdivision/condominium agreements.
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Leadership