Chief Administrative Officer
2 weeks ago
**City of Powell River**
**Chief Administrative Officer**:
The City of Powell River is searching for a skilled **Chief Administrative Officer** to join our dedicated team.
(Salary Range: $200,000 - $220,000 per annum)
**Powell River**
Located in the Traditional Territories of the **Tla’amin Nation**, Powell River has the coastal mountains in its backyard and the ocean on its doorstep. The community provides a wonderful mixture of world class arts, culture, recreation, heritage, festivals and the best in education, health care and infrastructure. All these things and more have drawn many people to the **City of Powell River** to build a different kind of life in a safe and comfortable environment with the best that British Columbia and Canada can offer.
**Chief Administrative Officer**
The Council of the City of Powell River is adopting an updated form of governance and requires a new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to lead them through a successful transition. Gone is the outdated system of governance by committee and portfolios, in, is the CAO as Council’s lone employee model of governance, and the conducting of business by all of Council at Regular Council meetings. Powell River’s new CAO will work with the Senior Management Team to ensure a fully informed Council conducts business in an effective, transparent manner.
We are seeking an energetic leader to provide executive support and administrative leadership. As the ideal CAO you will provide expert executive guidance and ensure policies and direction approved by the Mayor and Council are implemented. You will also develop operational and local initiatives and strategies for a wide range of undertakings that serve the community. As the sole employee of Council, you are the primary communicator between the elected officials and the administrative staff and will ensure the entire organization moves forward in alignment with the Strategic Plan.
You bring experience in establishing and maintaining an administrative organizational structure to ensure maximum productivity and administrative effectiveness. You have a proven ability to develop and lead a cohesive management team with emphasis on teamwork, staff involvement, and sound communication practices. You are a strong leader with extensive knowledge of the _Local Government Act_ and _Community Charter_ as well as municipal budgeting and finances. With your track record of success in strategic planning and community development you bring the ability to work collaboratively, cooperatively, and productively. You have the ability to motivate and manage your diverse team including recruitment, evaluation, and performance.
This role requires a results-oriented individual with exceptional communication skills. You must be interested in building strong reciprocal relationships throughout the region, especially with the **Tla’amin Nation**.**
If you possess a strong strategic orientation, can lead change, think innovatively, possess political acuity, and have an exceptional understanding of governance, we would like to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to serve the population, be engaged in meaningful work, earn competitive compensation, and live in a spectacular community with abundant natural beauty, outdoor activities, and community services.
**Chief Administrative Officer Job Description**
**Flexible schedule arrangements may be available for this position**
Education : Bachelor’s degree
Experience : 5 years or more
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