Director, Governance and Legal Services - 2 Year Term

at  City of Yellowknife

The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. At the City, the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive, safe and fun environment for us all. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high quality services and excellent customer service to residents. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, and encourages Indigenous persons, visible minorities and persons with a disability to self-declare when submitting their application.
The Director of Governance & Legal Services is responsible for providing expert legal counsel and strategic advice to ensure the municipality’s operations comply with legal, ethical, and governance standards. This role involves leading the legal and governance functions of the municipality which includes overseeing the Clerks Division, risk management, compliance, and the development of policies and by-laws.
This position is accountable to the City Manager for strategic guidance and oversees departmental deliverables and reporting. The Director is responsible for the overall development and oversight of departmental capital and operating budgets and efficient operation and control of facilities, equipment, human and other resources of the department. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director, Governance & Legal Services collaborates to provide corporate oversight and strategic direction for the City as a whole.
The successful candidate must have a University Degree in Law and be called to the Bar in the Northwest Territories. A minimum of ten years’ experience in public policy, economic development, or a related field and six years’ experience managing staff is required. The ideal candidate will understand political acuity, including the dynamics at play in the municipal decision-making process as well as the implications of these decisions at policy-making and public levels. Leadership knowledge and application in legislative, accounting, and financial standards impacting public sector organizations is required. The incumbent will demonstrate the ability to make sound decisions, exercise a high degree of judgement and discretion and fosters a work environment that is committed to the values of inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
The City of Yellowknife offers a competitive salary, a monthly vacation travel and housing allowance, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes a defined benefit pension plan.
Qualified applicants are required to apply no later than January 31, 2025
Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: www.yellowknife.ca to submit your resume.
We thank all applicants who apply, but advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check prior to employment

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