Description

Opportunity awaits at the County of Vermilion River. We are looking for an Assistant CAO who will embrace the exciting journey of Leadership, where you can hone your knowledge and skills in Municipal Government with confidence and support. Join our team of professionals and make your career aspirations a reality. Municipal Government offers a unique career, one where you become immersed in community-building by being resourceful, solving complex problems, and being curious about new and innovative ways of service provision for our residents and businesses. Learn the multifaceted aspects of all that is Municipal Government – Legislative, Public Engagement, Community Development, Transportation and Infrastructure, Agriculture and Environmental Stewardship, Corporate Services, and Protective Services. We operate a Natural Gas Utility – here is a unique opportunity to gain experience in the industry! Tell us your story. Who are you? Where has your journey taken you? Tell us about the path that has led you to the County of Vermilion River. Where do you want your next journey to take you? We are looking for a Leader who is ready to make a difference – to our Organization, to our Staff, and to our Community. A leader who is innovative, adaptable, with excellent communication skills and a passion for public service delivery. If you are curious and enthusiastic about local government, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Who are we looking for:
• A lifelong learner with aspirations to be a CAO.
• An individual with an intense desire to learn Municipal functions by being actively engaged in operational areas such as Public Engagement, Environmental Stewardship, Transportation and Infrastructure, Utilities, Community Development, Finance, Protective Services and Legislation.
• A candidate with exceptional leadership skills who will coach and mentor staff to achieve their best in alignment with goal-based performance benchmarks.
• A candidate with proven strengths in Project Management and Budgets.
• A resourceful and innovative individual who is adept at solving complex problems and challenges that balance resources with municipal needs.

Salary & Benefits

The County of Vermilion River offers the best of both worlds: The County offers an appealing option for professionals seeking a meaningful and balanced career. We offer the chance to be part of a diverse and enthusiastic team, with the opportunity to impact people & projects while enjoying rural life in a close-knit community. Located just 2.5 hours away from Edmonton, near the communities of Lloydminster and Vermilion, choose rural or urban living that speaks to your sense of adventure! We empower our team members to directly impact regional policies and initiatives that truly matter. This enhances their professional growth and knowledge and enables them to contribute positively to the well-being of the region and its residents. A competitive salary and comprehensive municipal benefits package are available. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check and driver’s abstract

Contact

Email: cao@county24.com
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is recruited, and is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada. For more information, please contact our Chief Administrative Officer, Alan Parkin, at: cao@county24.com or (780) 846-2244

Applications clearly marked: “CONFIDENTIAL – ASSISTANT CAO” can be submitted to:
Chief Administrative Officer
County of Vermilion River
Box 69, 4912 – 50 Avenue
Kitscoty, AB. T0B 2P0
Email: cao@county24.com

Other relevant information

All resumes and personal information provided will be managed in accordance with the Province of Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPP) legislation. The personal information provided to the County of Vermilion River is being collected solely for the purpose of applying for employment.

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