Director, Finance, Assessment & Procurement Services

Key Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to:
Provide executive leadership to the County in the context of community vision, strategic direction, corporate priorities and governing legislation. Work with the leadership team (LT) to provide common direction and integrated service delivery based on County policy.

As a member of the executive leadership team, lead the Sturgeon County organization toward achievement of its vision, mission, values and strategic directions. Manage the organizations performance and continuous improvement across departmental functions; act as a role model for the desired organizational culture.

Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team as Chief Financial Officer and strategic business partner to the Sturgeon County organization.

Assess and evaluate the financial performance of the organization towards short- and long-term operational goals and forecasts.

Provide advice to County Commissioner (CAO) and Elected Officials in the establishment of strategic objectives, policies, and programs for the delivery of citizen focused services.

Ensure effective, efficient and equitable management and stewardship of financial resources (capital and annual budgets), human resources and assets allocated to the Finance, Assessment and Procurement divisions.

Fulfill the financial and other duties of a Treasurer, including planning the financial future of the County and ensuring County assets are protected and its short and long-term financial viability is not compromised.

Oversee the functions of procurement and risk management in context of the fiscal sustainability and cost-effective services to citizens of Sturgeon County.

Oversee the recruitment, employment, evaluation, and release of staff and contract personnel.

Ensure optimal allocation and stewardship of financial resources (capital and annual operating budgets), human resources and assets allocated to the division.

Foster positive and responsible working relationships with other government agencies, the private sector, community organizations and residents.

Ensure divisional departments respond in an effective and timely manner to Council inquiries and complex or controversial community issues.

Ensure quality of decisions, integrity of actions, timeliness and efficiency of work through effective management, presentations, meetings and working relationships with Council, County administration, the community and business leaders.

Cultivate a shared understanding of corporate goals by fostering teamwork, employee empowerment and accountability, and encouraging continuous learning. Provide visionary leadership that is consultative and responsive, demonstrates open communication and practices fairness.

Adhere to applicable responsibilities and accountabilities as outlined in the Sturgeon County Health and Safety Management System.

Required Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Degree and an accounting designation supplemented with extensive management and/or leadership training.
• 8+ years of administrative leadership experience at a senior level.
• Enrollment or completion of the National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration Program is desired as well as a membership in the Society of Local Government Management.
• Excellent knowledge of government programs, regulations and legislation.
• Experience with the management of a municipality, particularly in a rural context, is an asset.
• Ability to understand and effectively navigate and/or problem solve high-profile, sensitive or controversial matters.
• Knowledge of the theory, principles, and techniques related to divisional work.
• Knowledge of federal, provincial and local laws, regulations, and other requirements related to development services.
• Knowledge of personnel management, training, performance evaluation, research, budgeting, and municipal business areas.
• Outstanding supervisory skills and administrative abilities in leading, coordinating, directing, motivating, developing, and evaluating staff.
• Skills in working directly with elected officials in a political environment to resolve public and municipal issues.
• Corporate budget and business planning.
• Sound and independent judgement within policy or legislative frameworks.
• External partnership development and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent skills and ability to provide strategic leadership, to guide/motivate staff in the development of strategies, principles, and appropriate processes.
• Individual values that align with the corporate values.
• Effective negotiation and conflict management skills.
• A commitment to integrity, people development and approachable leadership.
• Ability to make effective decisions and provide direction on complex and emerging issues which may have substantial political, community, inter-municipal or administrative implications in a professional and timely manner.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills to work with Council, staff, industry, community and business leaders, the public, and all orders of government.

How to Apply

Please email your cover letter and resume to:
Sandy Jacobson

[email protected]

780.944.1327

www.richardsonsearch.ca

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