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Join Our Team and Embrace the Chatsworth Lifestyle!
Are you an experienced municipal leader with a passion for small-town living and a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by rural communities? The Township of Chatsworth is seeking a skilled and strategic CAO/Clerk to help lead our municipality with confidence and expertise. At the Township of Chatsworth, we take pride in fostering a collaborative and community-driven environment.
Here's why you should consider joining us:
- A Supportive and Collaborative Team: Work with dedicated staff and Council that values guidance rooted in experience, strategic thinking, and acknowledging the Township’s heritage.
- Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a strong salary package, with comprehensive benefits and OMERS pension.
- A Rural Lifestyle with Big Opportunities: Located in the heart of Grey County, the Township offers breathtaking natural beauty, from serene waterfalls, rolling agricultural fields, to picturesque lakes, all nestled against the backdrop of the Niagara Escarpment. Enjoy the natural beauty of Grey County while making a tangible impact on local governance.
- Modern Amenities in a Rural Setting: The community offers the convenience of larger centers, with easy access to healthcare, shopping, dining, and recreational facilities ensuring a high quality of life.
- Extra Perks: Receive an additional week of vacation in lieu of attendance at Council meetings, allowing you more time to explore and enjoy everything our community has to offer.
Your Opportunity
- Work as part of the Senior Management Team with overall responsibility for management of Municipal operations, human resources, and all related legislated duties.
- Support Council in its policy, planning, budgeting, community relations, and economic development work.
- Carries out all duties of the Municipal Clerk as set out in the Municipal Act.
- Provide advice and information to facilitate Council decisions and act as the primary liaison between Council and Staff.
- Ensure service delivery and general government operations meet statutory obligations and are carried out in a cost efficient, effective, and customer friendly manner.
- Provide overall financial management and fiscal policy development in consultation with the Treasurer.
- Explore opportunities for economic development and establish effective business supports and partnerships in the community.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Council and/or as may be required by law.
What it takes to do the Job
- Post-secondary education in Public Administration or related field.
- Municipal designation such as Certified Municipal Officer (CMO), Dipl.M.M., or Dipl.M.A.
- At least five years of senior management experience in an Ontario Municipal setting or equivalent experience in the private sector.
- Knowledge and understanding of Municipal business planning and budget practices.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and direct a Senior Management Team.
What You Bring to the Team
Your personal attributes are as important to us as your qualifications. We are seeking someone who:
- Has the ability to build relationships, empower others, and develop a team.
- Has highly developed organizational skills.
- Has the ability to analyze underlying issues and root causes of situations.
- Has the ability to consider alternative options and solutions in their problem-solving approach.
- Is a confident, dynamic, and effective communicator with strong political acumen.
- Takes pride in their work and demonstrates integrity.
We Would Love to Hear from You
Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling career while embracing the tranquility of rural life? We invite you to send your resume in confidence via e-mail.
The Township of Chatsworth would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will be treated in strict confidence. Any personal information that is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act will be used only for job selection purposes. Accommodations will be provided upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) during the interview process.