Deputy Chief Administrative Officer

4 days ago

Chester, Canada District of Chester Full time

**Deputy Chief Administrative Officer**:
If you’re embarking on a new career or looking for a change of scenery, the Municipality of Chester is waiting for you The perfect blend of work and casual living, the Municipality is an easy 40-minute commute to downtown Halifax - leisure with business, rural with convenience. Enjoy the feel of close-knit, safe, community living within proximity to major centers, healthcare, schools, green spaces, childcare, and amenities such as shops, restaurants, trails, cultural venues, community centres, and much more.

**What we are looking for**
You are excited about the prospect of work in municipal government, the order of government closest to the people. You are a strategic thinker with a strong passion for community, you have respect for the role of the Council in decision-making and are skilled at government relations. You have a reputation for providing clear program and policy advice. You have a collaborative leadership style, are a great multi-tasker and don’t mind “rolling up your sleeves” when necessary. In short, you get things done

**Duties and responsibilities**
As a senior leader of the organization, the Deputy CAO provides forward thinking leadership, technical and managerial expertise to guide the organization in delivering the programs and services as identified by Council. The Deputy CAO leads the Strategic Management Team (SMT) and works with the CAO in the implementation of Council’s strategic priorities. The Deputy CAO is also responsible for the management of the Administration Department which includes Protective Services, Economic Development, Policy and By-Law development, Fire Services, Communications, Accessibility and Human Resources. The work of the Deputy CAO is performed with a wide latitude for independent judgment and action under the overall direction of the Chief Administrative Officer.

**Full Job Description**

**Fine print**

**This competition will remain open until successfully filled.**

Please send your resume along with three professional references and contact information, in confidence, using one of the following options:

- fax: 902-275-4771
- mail:
Pamela Myra, Director of Human Resources
151 King Street
PO Box 369
Chester, NS B0J 1J0

**Our commitment to fair treatment**

Education : Master’s degree
Experience : 5 years or more

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