Lead the Way.
Leduc County is located immediately south of the City of Edmonton and is home to some of the richest land in Canada at the crossroads of major air, road, and rail transportation routes. Leduc County is a member of the Capital Region Board and is collaborating with neighbouring municipalities in the growth and development of the region.
As a municipality, Leduc County offers a variety of opportunities to residents that choose to make Leduc County their home; and businesses that recognize the value of locating their operations in an area that has maintained one of the strongest economies in the world. As an employer, Leduc County offers competitive wages and benefits, professional development opportunities and flexibility in its quest to become an employer of choice.
We’re hiring a County Manager.
Interested?
As the CAO for our municipality you are accountable to Council and responsible for executing their vision and overseeing the efficient, effective delivery of services for our residents and businesses. While balancing rural and urban needs, the CAO is responsible for a wide range of services – protective, agricultural, roads, bridges, water, parks and recreation, family and community support, and planning and development the growth of our community. Acting at the direction of the County Council, the County Manager:
· Helps to create and implement, in cooperation with the Council, the vision of the County; assist in the creation and development of County policy through an open and collaborative environment.
· Works with Council and Staff to create and implement a comprehensive and innovative strategic plan and operating budget for the County, to ensure that all County programs, capital and otherwise, are implemented in a cost-effective and responsible manner.
· Communicates effectively with Council, ratepayers, County staff, and other levels of government, while being sensitive to the management and political implications.
You need to be forward-thinking, with a collaborative management style, while applying effective leadership using management and mentorship principles. Ideally, you will have at least 10 years of progressive senior management experience in order to deal with a wide scope of challenges that this position brings. If you are familiar with municipal government, County structure, operations, and rural communities you will hit the ground running – but it’s not a requirement. Membership in the Society of Local Government Managers or willingness to obtain your membership is a requirement. Post-secondary education in business, economics, or government studies would be a definite asset.
If you are, get back to us.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to forward your resume and cover letter to us by 4:00 pm, July 16, 2010 at: CAOselection@leduc-county.com
For a complete job description – please see ‘Careers’ on our website: www.leduc-county.com.
