Chief Administrative Officer

3 weeks ago


Truro, Canada KBRS Full time

**Chief Administrative Officer, Municipality of the County of Colchester**

Located in the heart of Nova Scotia, the Municipality of the County of Colchester is a geographically diverse, economically innovative, and highly engaged community of approximately 51,500 people. The County of Colchester, which was at first part of Halifax County, was established as a county in its own right in 1835 and takes pride in being a regional leader in sustainable economic development, green infrastructure, solid waste, and sewage treatment technologies, and reinvigorated recreation services which provide the opportunity for residents to live healthy, active lifestyles.

The Municipality is now seeking its next **Chief Administrative Officer** who will work closely with a forward-thinking Council and play an integral role in shaping the future of the region's growing communities.

**Key Responsibilities**

Reporting to the Municipal Council, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) will be responsible for providing leadership in the development and administration of all programs, by-laws, policies, and other strategic initiatives set by Council. As CAO, you will direct and manage the daily administration of the Municipality by providing clear leadership and direction to staff and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services in a timely, responsible, and cost-effective manner.

You will steward the Municipality's $38 million budget for capital and operating expenditures, and you will oversee the smooth operation of a broad range of functions including administration, corporate services, community development, public works, and solid waste management. You will build upon a strong economic development agenda by fostering partnerships and building relationships with stakeholders across the region and beyond.

A natural collaborator, you have a deep appreciation for creating and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships within your community and region. Empathetic and authentic in your leadership style, you are a highly effective communicator and an innovative leader who can motivate and inspire your team in working toward a common vision. You are reliable and diplomatic and approach your work with the highest degree of integrity, effectively creating an environment where your team and organizational partners alike feel supported, trusted and engaged.

**How to Apply**

**Diversity Statement**

The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity. Its goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive municipality representative of the citizens it serves by offering equal opportunities free of biases. The Municipality has formed an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee to keep it accountable and to help it reach this goal.

**Accessibility Statement



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