General Manager of Public Safety - Squamish, BC, Canada - District of Squamish

Description

The District of Squamish is located in the unceded traditional territory of the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation). We offer gratitude to the Skwxwú7mesh People who have lived on these lands since time immemorial.

General Manager of Public Safety

Permanent Full-Time

We are seeking a community-minded and strategic leader to play an integral role fostering connections that enhance public safety in the District of Squamish. As a key member of our Core Leadership Team, the General Manager of Public Safety brings their expertise and leadership to oversee a diverse portfolio that includes Squamish Fire Rescue, RCMP Operational Support Services, Emergency Management, and Community Bylaw Services. The General Manager of Public Safety reports directly to the Chief Administrative Officer and works closely with the other members of the Core Leadership Team to achieve the overall vision of the organization and the community. What we're looking for:

1. An advocate for community engagement , dedicated to building connections with a diverse group of individuals and groups including staff, elected officials, First Nations, community groups and the public.
2. An inclusive leader who values diverse perspectives and fosters a culture of psychological and physical safety.
3. A long-term visionary who is committed to sustainable practices and initiatives that will benefit our community for years to come.
4. A strategic thinker who anticipates challenges and devises proactive and compassionate solutions.
5. A natural collaborator who facilitates cross-departmental synergies, enhancing our organizational effectiveness to achieve community-wide public safety goals.

Who you are: If you are passionate about Squamish and dedicated to advancing Public Safety priorities, this may be the opportunity for you. If you have a degree in a related field (post graduate studies in management and leadership would be an asset), as well as a minimum of seven years of progressive experience working at the senior management level, we would love to hear from you

Who we are: The District of Squamish is a progressive and thriving community. Our friendly, small-town setting, spectacular natural environment, thriving arts, culture and heritage scene and world-class recreational opportunities offer an incredible live-work-play lifestyle. We are a team of fun-loving yet highly dedicated and hardworking professionals who are committed to continuous learning, improvement, and excellence in service to our citizens - and so is our ideal candidate. Our Vision: Our organization is a thriving community, serving the thriving community of Squamish.
Our Mission: We lead, facilitate and partner to ensure a liveable and sustainable Squamish.
Our Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Connection, Progress Think you would be the perfect fit? Then come work with us In addition to a competitive salary ($166, $182,695.70), we offer a comprehensive benefits package, one of Canada's top pension plans – the Municipal Pension Plan, as well as a fortnight schedule (70 hours bi-weekly) which allows for an earned day off every second week. A complete job advertisement can be viewed at:

This is an exempt position and is excluded from Union membership.

Please submit your cover letter and resume quoting competition #24-69 to:
Human Resources
District of Squamish
37955 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 310, Squamish, BC V8B 0A3
E-mail:

Application deadline: May 10, 2024

As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens.We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences.If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence and include Accessibility in the subject line. We thank all applicants for applying. #J-18808-Ljbffr