Chief Administrative Officer

**Town of Oliver**:
**Chief Administrative Officer**:
The Town of Oliver is seeking an experienced Chief Administrative Officer to provide overall management of the operations of the municipality; ensure that the policies, programs and other directions of council are implemented and advise and inform council on the operation and affairs of the municipality. The CAO will support Mayor and Council in the formulation of its strategic direction for the future.

Known as the _Canada’s Wine Capital_, Oliver is home to 5,000 permanent residents and supports a trading area of 9,000. Oliver’s labour force, social services, infrastructure, lifestyle alternatives and recreational assets provide for a healthy community and a strong base for sustained growth.

The Chief Administrative Officer will lead the management team, providing guidance and policy direction to continually improve systems, practices and people development. Besides inspiring, mentoring, coaching, and developing a positive corporate culture, the Chief Administrative Officer assumes the responsibility of managing the day-to-day affairs of the Town.
- Post-secondary education in public administration or a related discipline from a recognized institution or a senior executive certificate in Local Government Management in BritishColumbia.
- Five to ten years of progressively responsible experience in local government management.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, staff and a variety of other organizations and members of the public.
- Interest in engaging in local programs, services and events in order to connect with the community.
- Display strategic, creative and innovative thinking with local government business and political acumen.
- Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation and local government best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in leading and managing human resource related matters, including collective agreement management.
- Knowledge of community development processes.

Human Resources Department,
Regional District Okanagan
- Similkameen

Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 5 years or more