Chief Administrative Officer
Project # 1453W

Located along the eastern coast of Nova Scotia, the Municipality of Guysborough has an extraordinarily exciting future ahead with billions of dollars of energy-related projects “in the pipeline.” On their behalf, we are seeking a strategic leader and manager to assume the challenging role of Chief Administrative Officer.

Working with a Council of seven members, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day activities of the Municipality in accordance with the Municipal Government Act of Nova Scotia. In this role, you will provide timely advice and guidance to Council and under their direction ensure that all programs and services are carried out effectively. A strong leader and facilitator, you will support departmental managers and all staff in achieving their performance objectives. You will liaise with stakeholders, other municipal units and levels of government on key projects affecting the Municipality.

As the ideal candidate, you have several years’ experience in municipal government, ideally within a CAO model of governance. Alternatively, you have senior level experience in other levels of government or in business. You have strong academic and professional credentials and a solid track record building consensus among elected officials, senior management, labour, employees, citizens and other key stakeholders. You are familiar with the issues and challenges facing municipalities and understand best practices in financial, administrative, operational, human resources and project management. With a successful track record of accomplishments, you possess well-developed personal qualities including integrity, personal values, communication and leadership skills. For more information on the Municipality, please visit www.municipality.guysborough.ns.ca


To Apply:

Here's how to apply for this position:

Email:
apply@geraldwalsh.com
(please merge your resume and cover letter into a single MS Word document and quote the project number in the subject line)

Mail:
Gerald Walsh Associates Inc.
2020-1801 Hollis Street
Halifax, NS B3J 3N4.