MINJobs posting: Director of Administrative Services
April 16, 2025
Municipal Information Network

Director of Administrative Services

Organization:
City of Parksville
Region:
British Columbia
Application deadline:
October 11, 2025
Type:
Full Time
Category:
Corporate administration
Description
The City of Parksville has an opening for a Director of Administrative Services. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this position is responsible for managing the municipality’s administrative functions, while also leading initiatives related to risk management, corporate policy refinement, and project management.  Leadership of the Administration department includes identifying and mitigating organizational risks, ensuring legal and legislative compliance, and improving overall operational efficiency while ensuring adherence to local, provincial, and federal regulations. The successful candidate will liaise with multiple levels of government, community members, and other stakeholders to implement initiatives and improve processes.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess a

  • Master’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible municipal experience, including personnel management in a unionized setting, and high-level senior management experience in corporate administration, legislative services, or a related field within a local government.
  • Demonstrated experience in Project Management.
  • Board of Examiners Certificate in Local Government Statutory Administration is an asset.
  • Certification in Risk Management (CRM) is preferred.
Salary & Benefits

The City offers a competitive salary range ($144,311 - $165,600 per annum), depending on relevant experience and credentials) and a comprehensive benefits package including an earned day off program upon completion of probation.

Contact
Email: hr@parksville.ca
Kiera Lowrey
250-954-3081
Other relevant information
To view a complete job description, visit www.parksville.ca. Applicants may apply in confidence by providing a cover letter and current resume via email to: hr@parksville.ca, please include Director of Administrative Services in the subject line.

This opportunity will remain open until filled. The City of Parksville thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you would like to request an accommodation or assistance at any stage of the process, please contact human resources (HR@Parksville.ca) for confidential support.
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