We’re on the lookout for top-tier talent to join our upper-tier municipality! If you’re ready to take your career to new heights, learn from some of the best local government experts, or are just interested in being a part of positive work culture, where opportunities for growth and career advancement exist - we want to hear from you! Seize the opportunity to contribute to a future that will leave a lasting impact for generations. Take action today by applying and join us in shaping tomorrow together!

Posting Details:

• Application Deadline: September 12, 2025 at 12:00pm (noon)
• Position Status: Full-time, permanent
• Estimated Start Date: November 2025
• Openings: 1 vacancy
• Hourly Rate: $76.62 - $90.14 per hour, or $139,446 - $164,054 annually (rate effective October 1, 2024)
• Hours per Week: 35 hours per week. On call and work outside of normal business hours are a requirement of this position.
• Position Location: Peterborough, Ontario.
• Position Group: Non-Union, Senior Management Group
• Competition #: NUG-25-18

The General Manager of Information Technology (IT) leads a multi-disciplinary team to effectively implement, administer, operate and support secure, reliable, and efficient technology solutions based on business requirements. The General Manager of IT guides the technology support activities for the organization and is responsible for network infrastructure, server and end user hardware, business applications, geographic information systems and cyber security.

This position provides leadership in the efficient, effective, and collaborative use of corporate systems, applications, devices and data. This position partners to offer corporate-wide strategic technical advice and project support to ensure information technology service delivery excellence, project planning, and streamlining.

• Division Oversight: Provides direction, supervision, and mentorship to multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that performance metrics for the division align with business outcomes. Collaborates in the planning and decision-making aimed at enhancing the delivery of information, technology, and transformation services.
• Business Applications: Oversees the strategic management and continuous improvement of enterprise and departmental technology solutions. Continuously evaluates emerging technologies and trends in order to recommend and champion the adoption of new technology and strategies.
• Risk Mitigation: Oversees the development, implementation, and operation of comprehensive cybersecurity. Champion cyber risk awareness, and develop effective IT policies, practices, and robust governance frameworks, in alignment with industry and governmental mandates.

In accordance with County Policy, a Police Record Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of employment.
Selection Process: Get ready to showcase your skills! The selection process is expected to take place in early October. Keep a close eye on your email to ensure you don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity. Only candidates invited to participate in the selection process will be contacted.

This job is for you if…

• Our non-negotiables: You have post-secondary education in Computer Science or related field. You have a valid Ontario Class G license.
• Experience: You have a minimum of 5 years experience in a management role, preferably in a Municipal environment. You have experience supervising in a unionized environment and take pride in fostering collaboration, customer service delivery and continual improvement.
• Certification: It would be considered an asset if you had relevant professional certifications, such as: ITIL, CISSP, CISM, PMP, CMP, and/or Lean Black Belt.
• Communication: You are a strong communicator and understand the importance of building and maintaining relationships. You are comfortable talking to people of all levels in an organization, and are comfortable shifting your delivery style to accommodate different groups. You have a demonstrated ability to think on your feet and make urgent decisions, as well as know when a situation requires a step back and further thought before moving forward.
• Benefits: You want to work for an organization that offers paid time off, OMERS pension enrollment, access to an employee assistance program, and a benefits package that includes health, dental, disability coverage and life insurance.
• Culture: You thrive in a collaborative team environment with a focus on growth and professional development opportunities. Wellness in the workplace is important to you, and you enjoy attending events, lunch-and-learns and more!
• Community: You take pride in serving a community that offers a diverse landscape, tourist attractions, a booming downtown scene, a lively arts community, and a strong local business sector.

Peterborough County embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive workplace!
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used for the purpose of job selection.
If you require this information in an accessible format or would like a copy of the full job description, please contact the People Services Department at hrinfo@ptbocounty.ca. Candidates invited to participate in the selection process will be provided a full copy of the job description.
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