General Manager of Corporate Services

at  Town of Canmore

WHY WORK FOR THE TOWN OF CANMORE?

Our team is professional, fun, dedicated, and passionate about our community, this work, and the endless opportunities for adventure in our magnificent Rocky Mountain environment. Canmore provides a landscape like no other, with challenges that are legislative, geographical, natural, human, and animal. If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to community of Canmore and challenge your leadership and strategic thinking skills, we have the right career building opportunity for you.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a municipal government-related field such as Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Leadership – required
• Advanced professional leadership development education, training, or certification – required
• Project Management Professional (PMP) – asset
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License – required

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Senior Leadership role – required
• Minimum 6 years of proven project management and budgeting experience and expertise – required
• Experience working in Human Resources, Finance, Communications, Information Technology, public administration- asset
• Labour relations experience – asset
• Proven ability to positively lead, motivate and mentor staff – required
• Experience leading in an organization that is run by a board of directors, or body of elected officials – required
• Experience working with partner organizations and external stakeholders – required
• Extensive experience with change management – required
• Demonstrated success managing and resolving conflict – required
• Demonstrated progressive competence in strategic planning, business plans and budgeting – required
• Experience presenting information, reports and professional advice to councils, boards or senior management for decision making – required
• Experience working with Alberta Municipal Government Act (MGA) and other related legislation – asset
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft office programs, with the ability to independently create and edit a variety of documents and spreadsheets – required

• Lives and leads our organizational culture ensuring its adaptability, inclusiveness, and resilience
• Effectively puts people first
• Maintains a high degree of personal integrity and commitment by being a role model for the Town’s core values
• Aware of Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action, issues of social justice, and equity, diversity, and inclusion and displays a commitment to addressing these issues and working toward developing a welcoming and inclusive organization and community
• Plays a critical role in creating and promoting a healthy, safe and respectful culture in accordance with the roles and responsibilities identified under the Town’s Health & Safety Management System
• Promotes a positive, professional image of the Town
• Communicates and addresses issues and concerns as they arise, with the person most appropriate for a full and respectful resolution
• Takes pride in the organization, its work culture and its people
• Behaves in alignment with Town’s values and policies; identifies when things are out of alignment and acts as an agent for positive change
• Facilitates alignment between corporate service teams, the organization, council, and partner organizations
• Provides mentorship and assistance to direct reports with navigating political directions
• Provides leadership, coaching and strategic support to Corporate Service leaders in the development and implementation of budgets, personnel management, and business plans
• Involves and inspires others to determine solutions, fulfill their accountabilities, and foster alignment with the Town’s visions and goals
• Intentionally and purposely develops self and others
• Demonstrates a willingness and commitment to learning over time for improved service delivery and organizational effectiveness
• Is an active and effective member of the Corporate Strategic Team (“CST”)