Commissioner of Community Development

1 month ago

Oakville, Ontario, Canada Odgers Berndtson Full time
Job Title: Commissioner, Community Development

As a visionary leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Oakville, a thriving community of over 233,600 residents with a projected growth of 440,000 in the next 30-40 years.

About the Role

The Commissioner of Community Development will report to the Chief Administrative Officer and lead the organization in achieving Council's strategic plan in collaboration with the Executive Leadership Team. You will provide strategic leadership to help Oakville achieve its vision to be a vibrant and livable community for all.

Key Responsibilities
  • Champion sound business planning, exceptional management practices, and sustainable resource stewardship for a team of directors defining and protecting the vision of the town's community in the areas of planning & development, building, economic development, and enforcement services.
  • Deliver corporate strategies and long-term plans for the Commission that guide the development of land in accordance with the Livable Oakville Official Plan.
  • Inspire and motivate staff, encourage ongoing employee development, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Attend and present at council meetings, public meetings, and events, tribunals, hearings, and inquests.
  • Manage sensitive and controversial issues with media, ratepayers, and the community, and foster collaborative relationships with all stakeholders.
Requirements

We are seeking a registered planner and an accomplished leader who has progressively taken on senior executive positions in municipal government. You should have experience leading large teams, ideally within a unionized environment, and have the financial skills to develop and administer complex operating and capital budgets.

You should be known for your ability to forge productive relationships, find creative solutions, and be persuasive and skilled at negotiating agreements with multiple parties. You should be politically astute, having worked at the highest levels of your organization and directly with elected officials.

We pride ourselves in providing excellent customer service and developing consensus on high-profile initiatives that have a lasting impact on communities.

The Town of Oakville is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to promote diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace, and applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals. Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and all applicable provincial legislation, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and the Town of Oakville throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

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