City Manager's Office - General Manager Of Corporate Services

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General Manager of Corporate Services
Full Time | Permanent
Internal | External
Competition No. CS-24-32
$139,135 - $171,119 Annual Salary

The City of Wetaskiwin is the home of possibility!
Are you ready to be part of something truly unique in local government? Do you want to join a team that challenges the status quo, values innovation, puts people first and takes pride in finding better ways to get things done? If you’re passionate about meaningful work, eager to contribute your leadership and strategic thinking skills, and driven to make a real difference in the community, this is your opportunity!

Here at the City of Wetaskiwin, we are more than just co-workers, we are a diverse, collaborative, and motivated team united by a shared vision. Our journey began by listening to our citizens to craft a 50-year Community Vision. Together, we are transforming ideas into action and turning creativity into progress.

The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the City Manager, the General Manager of Corporate Services plays a critical leadership role, overseeing key corporate wide services and ensuring the effective delivery of outcomes. This position provides strategic direction for the Corporate Services division which encompasses Information Services, Human Resources, Health and Safety, Legislative Services, Communications and Fleet and Facilities. The General Manager develops and implements short- and long-term plans aligned with the City’s corporate business strategy, offers expert advice to City Management and Elected Officials, and leads managers and employees within their division.

Why Work With Us?

• A Collaborative and Inclusive Culture: We believe in the power of teamwork, a supportive work environment where everyone’s voice matters, and new ideas are welcomed. We are dedicated to cultivating positive relationships that enhance wellbeing for both our employees and the community.
• Guided by our Vision: Our City’s 50 Year Community Vision focuses on growth, safety, inclusivity, and environmental sustainability.
• Strategic Focus: Guided by the Council’s Strategic Plan and our Corporate Business Plan, we prioritize a people first philosophy rooted in our values; Trust, Resourcefulness, and Integrity.
• Commitment to Community: We partner with our citizens to build capacity, nurture connections, and enhance the overall well-being of our community. Together, we are creating a future where the City thrives, now and for generations to come.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership to the Division, supporting all corporate departments in alignment with the community vision, Council’s strategic direction, corporate priorities, financial objectives, and governing legislation.
• Advise the City Manager and Elected Officials on establishing strategic objectives, policies, and programs for delivering corporate services, demonstrating exceptional political acumen and diplomacy while promoting innovation, collaboration, and trust.
• Ensure effective, efficient, and equitable management and stewardship of financial resources (capital and annual budgets), and assets allocated to the Corporate Services Division.
• Work with senior leadership to provide common direction and integrated service delivery in support of client departments.
• Foster positive and responsible working relationships with client departments, government agencies, community organizations and citizens.
• Ensure divisional departments respond in an effective and timely manner to Community and Elected Official inquiries.
• Ensure quality of decisions, integrity of actions, timeliness, and efficiency of work through effective management, presentations, meetings, and client working relationships with Elected Officials, City administration, the community and business leaders.
• Cultivate a shared understanding of corporate goals by fostering teamwork, employee empowerment, involvement & accountability. Provide visionary leadership that is consultative and responsive, demonstrates open communication and practices fairness.
• Establish clear objectives and annual performance goals for direct reports, aligning with organizational priorities. Set high-level performance expectations and provide strategic oversight of their activities. Offer continuous feedback, mentoring and coaching to support their professional growth and success.
• Identify and support learning and development opportunities that enhance organizational effectiveness and aligns with the City’s strategic plan.
• Adhere to applicable responsibilities and accountabilities as outlined in the City of Wetaskiwin Health and Safety Management System.
• Participate in the City Emergency Management program and procedures.
• Attend Council or Committee meetings, public events and industry functions which may be outside and in addition to normal office hours.
• Participate in a rotational process to be Deputy City Manager for 1/3 of the year.

Education, Qualifications, and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a field such as Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Human Resources, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of eight to ten years of progressive administrative leadership experience at a senior level.
• Proven budgeting experience and expertise.
• Advanced understanding of the Municipal Government Act (MGA).
• Demonstrated experience with strategic planning, business planning, and change management.
• Completion or enrollment of the National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Outstanding leadership skills and administrative abilities in leading, directing, motivating, developing, and evaluating staff.
• Excellent skills and ability to provide strategic leadership to guide and motivate staff in the development of strategies, principles, and appropriate processes to deliver on corporate strategic objectives with a client-service approach.
• Excellent knowledge of the MGA, government programs, regulations, and legislations.
• Ability to make decisions and provide direction on complex and emerging issues which may have substantial political, community, inter-municipal or administrative implications in an effective, professional, and timely manner.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication and presentation skills to work with Council, employees, community, and business leaders, the public and all orders of government.
• Ability to manage sensitive issues effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to make timely decisions, manage multiple projects with changing priorities and provide direction regarding complex or unique situations with high political profile, substantial financial implications, or community wellbeing.
• Ability to work directly with elected officials in a highly political environment to resolve public and municipal issues with tact and diplomacy.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office programs.

What We Offer:

• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance) commencing on date of hire.
• Pension through Local Authority Pension Plan (LAPP).
• 4 weeks of paid annual vacation time.
• 2 Personal Days per year with an additional Anniversary Day off.
• Renumeration will also include Deputy City Manager (DCAO) pay of $5000 per rotation each year.
• Employee, Family Assistance Program.
• Work life balance initiatives encompassed in our City Directives such as Earned Day Off (EDO) program and Telecommuting.
• Opportunities for growth within the organization.
• Positive Work Culture.

Application Deadline and Details:
This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The first review of applications will be made on December 8, 2024.

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The City of Wetaskiwin is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

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