MINJobs posting: Chief Administrative Officer
October 1, 2025
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Chief Administrative Officer

Organization:
Township of North Glengarry
Region:
Ontario
Application deadline:
October 20, 2025 before 08:00
Type:
Full Time
Category:
Chief administration
Description
Purpose of the Position:
Reporting to the Mayor and Council, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)/Clerk will be a proven leader with a demonstrated ability to embrace change and guide the municipality, as directed by Council.  The CAO/Clerk’s primary responsibility is to oversee and coordinate the day-to-day administration of the Township of North Glengarry, through its senior management team.  The CAO/Clerk supports the Mayor and Council, in directing and developing public policy, ensuring that Council has timely, comprehensive, and relevant information to make well-informed decisions.  The Township of North Glengarry is a distinctive and vibrant community, strategically located and known for its exceptional quality of life.  Its charm lies in a harmonious blend of rural landscapes and small-town character, enriched by a strong commitment to preserving agricultural lands, natural resources, and its rich historical and cultural heritage.  Supported by high-quality municipal services, North Glengarry offers an ideal environment for residents and businesses alike.  The Township is seeking a CAO/Clerk who will work collaboratively with Council to build on this foundation and help shape a successful and sustainable future.

Candidates will demonstrate experience in the following five leadership areas:

  1. Drives Excellence - Inspires and empowers staff through ongoing development and support, fostering a culture that consistently achieves high performance and results.
  2. Embraces Change - Maintains a solution-oriented mindset, demonstrates leadership resilience, and builds strong trust and credibility with both Council and staff.
  3. Navigates Uncertainty - Effectively manages evolving circumstances by establishing clear goals, expectations, and performance indicators, while aligning day-to-day efforts with strategic objectives.
  4. Fosters Alignment - Cultivates strong connections and shared understanding between Council and administration to ensure cohesive decision-making and execution.
  5. Responds with Agility - Demonstrates decisiveness and responsiveness in dynamic situations, consistently identifying effective solutions while maintaining focus on outcomes. 
Requirements
  • University Degree in Commerce, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of municipal experience.
  • At least five (5) years in a senior management role.
  • Proven ability to build effective relationships with staff, elected officials, boards, committees, and various stakeholders, often with competing interests.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • High level of political and business acumen.
  • Bilingualism is considered an asset. 
Salary & Benefits

$148,928 - 175,160

OMERS Pension Program
Employee Benefits

Contact
Email: recruitment@sdgcounties.ca
Kristen Sommers, Human Resources Manager at recruitment@sdgcounties.ca.
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