General Manager of Community Services

**Description**:
**How to Apply**:
**_ Minimum Qualifications:_**
- Relevant University Degree and/or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible work experience, preferably in the field of Recreation and Parks, Facilities Management, Municipal Administration, Public Administration, or Business Administration.
- Several years’ progressive leadership experience in the municipal field, including strategic policy, program and procedure development, in parks and recreation, facilities planning and management, community services and development.
- Demonstrated change/project management and negotiation experience with various groups, including but not limited to council, staff, bargaining units, local service groups/special interest bodies, provincial ministries, etc.
- Superior strategic planning, analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills.
- Superior leadership, team and interpersonal skills, including functional facilitation and/or communication skills with all levels of the organization, council, government bodies and members of the public.
- Demonstrated collaborative abilities to build/strengthen inter-departmental and inter-agency relationships.
- Demonstrated tact and diplomacy skills and the ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
- Commitment to above average service delivery and health and safety.
- Ability to remain organized and self-directed within a fast paced, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to travel, work a flexible work schedule and meet deadlines.
- Acceptable Police Records Check.

**_Assets:_**
- MBA or MPA Graduate degree
- Municipal experience in a variety of municipal settings in a unionized environment (upper/lower tier and/or single tier, as well as rural and urban setting experience)

**_Duties:_**

Reporting to the CAO, the General Manager leads the Department that includes Recreation, Recreational and Community Facilities, Facility Booking and Administration, Community Development, Parks, Trails, Forestry, and Cemeteries.

As a creative and strategic thinker, you will provide advice to County of Brant Council and develop innovative solutions to complex problems.

As a member of the Senior Management Team, you play a critical role implementing the goals, policies, procedures, services, and programs of the County.

As GM of Community Services, you will:

- Provide strategic direction to the various divisions within the department.
- Develop and monitor a growing and dynamic team.
- Administer the department in a cost efficient and effective manner.
- Recommend new/updated policies, procedures, and service agreements to the CAO and Council.
- Interface with all departments and governing bodies associated with the County.
- Initiate recommendations for continued best practices and continuous improvement of all services and programs associated with the department.
- Develop and present the department’s budget through the annual budget process, follow budgetary control policies and procedures, and act in compliance with the County’s policies for purchasing.
- Periodically review the department’s organizational structure, internal processes, and business practices to recommend changes to improve the department's performance and level of service.
- Prepare studies, reports, and related information for Council, and attend Council and Committee meetings as required.
- Make presentations to Council, community groups, public meetings, and other public forums, and represent the County with professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and passion.
- Ensure the department’s business plans, performance measures, and financial forecasts are appropriately prepared and aligned with the County’s strategic plan(s).
- Manage human resources and create a team-focused, engaged, and productive staff environment. Participate in the collective bargaining process as required.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Annual Salary**: $ 147,620 - $ 172,682 **(Job Grade 15)** 35 hours per week

The County of Brant is committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. Accessibility accommodations are available for all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the County if you require accommodation.