Chief Administrative Officer

Posted: July 17, 2026

Prepare annual budget, control expenditures, optimize various revenue sources and ensure cost effective operations are implemented and maximized. Attend all Council Meetings, and provide appropriate advice, background information and briefing materials to the Mayor and Council in carrying out their range of responsibilities. Advise Council of the provisions of relevant legislation affecting its decisions. Develop and maintain an effective organization structure for the municipal staff that reflects operational needs and is directed towards accomplishing the objectives that Council has established. Plan, manage and evaluate the use of available human and material resources, provided in the budgets approved by Council.  Represent municipality with citizens, community groups, developers, commercial interest, and with Provincial and Federal government agencies. Establish positive working relationships with municipalities within Starland County region, regional commissions, relevant municipal associations, and the officials of the provincial and federal government as required. Promote and facilitate open, effective relationships with ratepayers/citizens. Develop for approval of Council, comprehensive employee policies and programs covering the selection, compensation, development, retention, appraisals, and placement of Village employees. Ensure that financial systems and controls are developed and implemented.

Requirements:

• Post Secondary Degree in Public or Business Administration, or a relevant field, would be preferred
• A minimum of three years senior leadership experience in municipal setting world be considered an asset
• Working knowledge of Vadim iCity Accounting Software would be considered an asset
• Operating knowledge of relevant technology - MS Office
• Ability to implement development plans, capital work plans, and infrastructure improvement programs
• Ability to work with and lead staff, and achieve positive outcomes
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with elected officials, community volunteers, boards and committees, industry partners, and the public

Apply by email to View email address on lynkscommunity.com