Rural Municipality of Woodlands Hiring for Chief Administrative Officer Job at Woodlands Full Time

The Rural Municipality of Woodlands

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

The Rural Municipality of Woodlands invites written applications for the position of Chief Administrative Officer.

The R.M. of Woodlands is an active and vibrant community located twenty minutes northwest of Winnipeg on Provincial Trunk Highway No. 6. As the gateway to the Western Interlake and given its proximity to Winnipeg, Woodlands offers a rural setting with the amenities of an urban background close at hand. The R.M. of Woodlands community is home to many growing families and retirees.

Under the direction of Council, the C.A.O.’s responsibilities are as conveyed in the Municipal Act as well as being responsible for the overall management of the operations of the municipality including:

• Providing proactive and reasoned advise to Council
• Advising Council as to current and future policies, programs and budgets
• Acting as the coordinator and team leader of the administration in the areas of staff, personnel, policies, plans and programs
• Assisting Council in determining the future vision of the community
• Work closely with all levels of government

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, employees and external stakeholders.
• Ability to problem solve and analytical skills.
• Ability to develop, interpret and administer agreements, statutes and by-laws.
• A graduate of the University of Manitoba Continuing Education Division Certificate Program for Municipal Administrators, or equivalent education.
• Ability to read and understand Municipal Financial Statements and manage a budget.
• A background in accounting is considered an asset.
• A minimum of five years direct experience in municipal administration.
• Computer experience with a municipal software program, preferably Muniware, and demonstrated abilities with Windows, Microsoft Office 365; including Word, Excel, Power Point.

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The R.M. of Woodlands provides an excellent group benefits and pension program. A detailed job description is available upon request.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $45.00-$65.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Woodlands, MB R0C 3H0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• management: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Certificate Program for Municipal Administrators (preferred)

Work Location: One location