Director, Licensing

Found in: beBee jobs CA - 2 weeks ago

Kingston, Ontario, Canada City of Kingston Full time
Position Summary

PLEASE NOTE - The City of Kingston has engaged the professional services of Boyden Executive Search to support recruitment efforts for this particular position. All qualified and selected applicants will be forwarded to Boyden Executive Search for consideration


The Director, Licensing & Enforcement Services provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction to ensure all operational decisions and actions for the department are informed by and compliant with all applicable acts, legislative requirements, by-laws, and policies.

The Director will ensure the City's mission, vision, and values, and Council priorities are incorporated into strategic and operational activities and services.


This position is responsible for a variety of very high-profile services including licensing, property standards, general by-law, noise and animal control, parking operations and enforcement and general administration.

The Director must ensure consultation and collaboration with a variety of municipal departments and community groups and partners, while keeping current with industry and legislative changes.


The Director is responsible for integrating strategic planning, operational activities, and the interests and needs of stakeholders, while ensuring fair, ethical, and responsible decision making, and appropriate management of resources.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES


Lead the department in providing exceptional service to Council, Committees, the CAO, and staff, on all, licensing and enforcement issues affecting the City.

Develop strategies and provide advice and guidance that aligns with objectives established by Council and the Corporate Management Team.


Act as Council's resource on all Licensing & Enforcement matters through education, information sharing, and providing creative and best practice solutions for the City.

Draft and present reports for both public and closed session meetings, attend Council meetings and committee meetings as required.


Manage the Licensing & Enforcement and Parking Operations team by engaging staff, providing development opportunities, mentoring as required, and fostering a positive environment.

Directs the administration and approval of business & short-term rental licenses, sign permitting, on-street leases, lotteries, and trades.

Oversees By-law enforcement, parking enforcement and operations of city-owned lots and all activities of Officers and Licensing Agents.

Fosters relationships with regional and provincial government, service providers/partners and the community.


Remain well versed in the legislative and regulatory frameworks affecting the municipality and ability to address emerging issues and trends as necessary.

Oversee the talent and financial resources for the department to ensure they are being used effectively.

Preparation and oversight of budgets and related programs, including the parking reserve fund.


Management of direct reports by monitoring progress toward goals with sustainable results, developing successors, and resolving problems in alignment with the organization's vision and strategic plans.

Demonstrate a high degree of integrity and maintain and project an image of trust and public service.

Provide specialized advice and act as the media spokesperson for Licensing & Enforcement matters.

Adhere to regulations under several Federal and Provincial Acts including the Alcohol and Gaming Act.
Qualifications, Competencies
4-year university degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Engineering, Planning, or a related field

7 years management experience including leading and directing a group of professionals; including experience in corporate strategic planning, and implementation of plans and policies

Progressively responsible management experience, in property standards, parking and by-law enforcement programs and services

Experience in annual budget process and financial reporting/forecasting

Experience in the integration of customer service best practices

Experience with enforcement and dealing with related acts and legislative and regulatory frameworks including the Municipal Act, Building Code Act, Planning Act, and By-laws along with industry standards and applicable law
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands

Exceptional communication and public relations skills, conflict resolution, problem solving, change and project management skills, process implementation and leadership skills to build business relationships and implement strategies to optimize both quality and cost effectiveness of service delivery.


Ability to research and analyse, and effectively respond to emerging opportunities and risks in a politically sensitive environment, build trust and credibility with competing demands and priorities to balance objectives with organizational needs and corporate initiatives.


Ability to coach, motivate and develop employees and build relationships, and negotiate, facilitate, and deliver information to a wide variety of audiences.


Demonstrated ability to manage financial, human, and physical resources with developed analytical and business planning skills with a proven track record for long term visioning, planning, and budgeting.

Ability to coach, motivate and develop employees.

Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check.

PLEASE NOTE - The City of Kingston has engaged the professional services of Boyden Executive Search to support recruitment efforts for this particular position. All qualified and selected applicants will be forwarded to Boyden Executive Search for consideration

  • Corporate Financial Asset Management Analyst

    Found in: beBee jobs CA - 2 weeks ago

    Kingston, Ontario, Canada City of Kingston Full time

    Position Summary Reporting to the Director, Corporate Asset Management & Fleet, the Corporate Financial Asset Management Analyst is responsible for the organizational asset data and asset information needs, review of financial information to ensure accuracy of financial data, reporting, and analyses. Assisting to find efficiencies and improvements in...

  • Manager, Recreation Facilities

    Found in: beBee jobs CA - 2 weeks ago

    Kingston, Ontario, Canada City of Kingston Full time

    Position Summary Reporting to the Director, Recreation and Leisure Services, the Manager, Recreation Facilities is responsible for the management and supervision of recreational facility operations and infrastructure projects including arenas, marinas, pools, community centres, Slush Puppie Place (Large Venue Entertainment Centre) and other recreation...

  • Director, Licensing

    1 day ago

    Kingston, Canada City of Kingston Full time

    **Opening Statement** We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah - nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat) territory and is the home of many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to reside and work on this land. Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern...

  • Director, Licensing

    Found in: beBee S CA - 3 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada City of Kingston Full time

    Position Summary ***PLEASE NOTE - The City of Kingston has engaged the professional services of Boyden Executive Search to support recruitment efforts for this particular position. All qualified and selected applicants will be forwarded to Boyden Executive Search for consideration***The Director, Licensing & Enforcement Services provides vision, leadership,...

  • Board of Directors Member of Kingston Hydro

    6 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Utilities Kingston Full time

    **Company Biography** Kingston Hydro Corporation is licensed by the Ontario Energy Board to distribute electricity in Central Kingston, Canadian Forces Base Kingston, and parts of Barriefield. While Kingston Hydro owns the wires, poles and transformers that bring electricity from the provincial electricity transmission grid to the doors of over 28,000...

  • Associate Director, Principal Giving

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 3 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Queen's University Full time

    About Queen's University Queen’s University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics &...

  • Office Manager

    5 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Jani-King of Eastern Ontario Full time

    **Job description** Our Jani-King of Eastern Ontario regional office, located in Kingston, Ontario is seeking an **Office Manager** who will provide our team, franchise owners, and clients, the support needed to continually represent and uphold the Jani-King standard. Our region is quickly growing, and we are looking for top-notch professionals to help us...

  • Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 2 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada Queen's University Full time

    About Queen's University Queen’s University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics &...

  • Driver

    3 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada Atria Retirement Canada - Kingsdale Chateau Full time

    Overview: What’s the difference between a job and a meaningful, rewarding career? The people you serve. When you work at Atria, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just...

  • Administrative Assistant, Facilities Management and Construction Services

    Found in: beBee S CA - 3 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada City of Kingston Full time

    Position Summary Reporting to the Director, Facilities Management and Construction Services, the Administrative Assistant assists with ensuring the successful operations of the Department in order to provide citizens, employees, elected officials, and visitors with safe, healthy, and efficiently managed, designed, and constructed facilities in which to carry...

  • Manager, Academic Operations and Administration

    4 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Queen's University Full time

    About Queen's University Queen’s University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics & recreation,...

  • Assistant Manager, Facilities

    4 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Queen's University Full time

    Assistant Manager, Facilities About Queen's University Queen’s University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering &...

  • Assistant Manager, Facilities

    4 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Queen's University Full time

    About Queen's University Queen’s University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics & recreation,...

  • Physician

    4 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Lifemark Health Group Full time

    **Physician** **Location**: Kingston, Ontario **Status**:Casual, part time **Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services (PCVRS)** provides comprehensive rehabilitation focused assessment and intervention for Canadian Veterans who are experiencing barriers transitioning to life after service due to service related injuries or illness. Using a...

  • Client Scheduling Coordinator

    17 hours ago

    Kingston, Canada Bayshore HealthCare Full time

    Description - External Make “being the difference” your Career.. Bayshore is looking for a Client Service Coordinator to join our amazing team. This important customer service role is responsible for answering service inquiries and scheduling field employees to client care assignments. If your calling is to be the “difference” by providing...

  • Partnerships Development Coordinator

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 2 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada Queen's University Full time

    About Queen's University Queen’s University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics &...

  • Project Coordinator

    5 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Kingston Community Health Centres Full time

    **Title Project Coordinator* - Immigrant Services Kingston and Area (ISKA) Newcomer Settlement Program** Reports to Director, Community Services Position Type Contract Ending March 31, 2024, Part Time (17.5 hours per week) Start Date June 2023 Salary $31.60 - $37.18/hour **Position Summary** **Key Responsibilities** **Detailed...

  • Corporate Financial Asset Management Analyst

    4 days ago

    Kingston, Canada City of Kingston Full time

    **Opening Statement** We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah - nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat) territory and is the home of many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to reside and work on this land. Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern...

  • Corporate Financial Asset Management Analyst

    Found in: beBee S CA - 3 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada City of Kingston Full time

    Position Summary Reporting to the Director, Corporate Asset Management & Fleet, the Corporate Financial Asset Management Analyst is responsible for the organizational asset data and asset information needs, review of financial information to ensure accuracy of financial data, reporting, and analyses. Assisting to find efficiencies and improvements in...

  • Manager, Residential Services

    5 days ago

    Kingston, Canada Community Living Kingston and District Full time

    Community Living Kingston and District is a progressive organization employing over 300 staff members who provide support to nearly seven hundred people with intellectual disabilities in the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington, and Leeds-Grenville region. Our organization is widely respected throughout Ontario as a leader in developmental services with a...

  • Corporate Asset Management Analyst

    Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 2 weeks ago

    Kingston, Canada City of Kingston Full time

    Opening Statement We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen·dat) territory and is the home of many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to reside and work on this land. Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern...

  • Manager, Libraries and Learning Commons

    4 days ago

    Kingston, Canada St. Lawrence College Full time

    **Job ID**: ADMN-22/23-169 - **Location**:Kingston (with Tri-Campus Responsibilities) - **Deadline**: January 25, 2023 - **Job Type**:Administrative/Management - **Start Date**:Immediately - **Department**:Student Success - **Duration**: Full-Time **Duties**: The Manager position plays a senior advisor and operational role on the Student Success management...