Director of Infrastructure Services - Bradford, Canada - Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury

Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury

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Bradford, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Director of Infrastructure Services

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury offers a return to small town charm while being one of the country's fastest growing communities.

We are a vibrant, thriving community that possess a sense of pride and where community spirit prevails.

Our Town is committed to being a complete and healthy community where there are opportunities for everyone to contribute and to benefit.

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, this position will oversee the newly created Infrastructure Services department which includes Transportation Services, Wastewater, Water, Compliance, Drainage, Asset Management and Capital Projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide advice in the development of strategies in order to deliver high quality programs and services for a growing community with evolving maintenance and operational requirements.
Conduct infrastructure needs assessment, preparing long term and annual business plans to maintain existing infrastructure and accommodate growth.
Oversee the annual operating and capital budgets and longrange forecasts for the department.
Monitor the administration of the approved budget including authorization and monitoring of expenditures.
Oversee capital works projects including works undertaken by land developers including making recommendations on the hiring of consultants/contractors.
Manage the Asset Management Plan and prepares long term and annual business plans necessary for maintaining the integrity of existing infrastructure and accommodating growth.
Manage overall performance according to key performance indicators and seeks and implement operational efficiencies that enhance overall service delivery and customer service.
Prepare reports and recommendations and attend Council, Council/ Committee, community and other public meetings, as required.
Regularly review, assess and report on departmental measures and performance required under the Provincial Municipal Performance Measurement Program (MPMP); and devise and recommend strategies for performance enhancement.
Manage overall performance according to key performance indicators and seeks and implements operational efficiencies that enhance overall service delivery and customer service.

Key Competencies and Qualifications

Degree in Civil Engineering accompanied by a postgraduate degree in Business and/or Public Administration and Management Studies.
Eligibility for or holder of the Professional Engineer's designation and full membership in the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario.
Eight (8) years of demonstrated experience in the municipal sector including supervisory experience including unionized staff.
Knowledge of the Ontario Municipal Act, Planning Act, and specific related legislation of building and engineering regulations.
Ability to think and act strategically and appropriately in a political and community service environment.
Ability to promote a culture of inclusiveness and work with a diverse population of employees, agencies and the public.
Demonstrated proficiency with information technology including Microsoft Office Suite.
Availability to attend evening and/or weekend meetings or other events as required.
Ability to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check upon hire.

The position offers a salary range of $155,765 to $194, rates) based on a 35 hour workweek plus a competitive benefit package and an option for flexible work arrangements.

Interviews for this role will be held between April 30th
and May 8th
, 2024. Applicants are asked to ensure their availability during this time frame to accommodate an interview if selected
Closing date for this position is April 9, 2024.

**_The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury is committed to providing accommodations based on any human rights protected grounds and in accordance with the AODA, throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify us when contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your needs._