The Town of Rothesay, New Brunswick, is situated in the Kennebecasis Valley, a quick 15-minute drive east from the City of Saint John. The Town of approximately 11,977 (2021 census) is one of the most attractive living environments in Atlantic Canada and seeks to provide exemplary levels of service to its citizens. It is a quiet suburban community that has something to offer children and adults of all ages.
The Town is proud of its exceptional employee retention. Our retiring CAO has dedicated over 25 years of service, and our Mayor is now in their third successful term. Join a community where commitment and stability are highly valued!
The Opportunity
Accountable to the Mayor and Council, the Chief Administrative Officer (“CAO”) is a senior management position responsible for the strategic leadership and efficient delivery of all the Town’s administrative and operational services. The CAO provides highly effective advice, guidance and support to the Mayor, Council and its Committees in developing and implementing policies and strategies that address the unique qualities and business growth needs of the Town.
Who You Are
As an ideal candidate, you will be strategic, principled and a collaborative leader with a proven track record of results and accomplishments in municipal government or a related environment. You have exceptional communication skills, political and financial acumen, and the ability to foster partnerships of diverse stakeholders while engaging and inspiring our employees and ensuring service excellence. A key advisor to Council, you have the vision to develop and implement operational plans and ensure that coordination of services which align with and support our strategic priorities. You will work to promote the growth and development of the Town and ensure the effective utilization of resources while focusing on priorities established by Council.
Leading a talented team of employees, and working in a unionized environment, the ideal candidate will guide and inspire a dedicated workforce, fostering a workplace culture focused on service excellence, innovative thinking, and teamwork while positioning the Town as an employer of choice. Drawing upon your extensive experience of the principles, practices and techniques of public administration, you are guided by the Local Governance Act in your role.
Qualifications
Post-secondary degree in Public Administration or equivalent;
5 years’ management experience within a progressive and growing environment;
10 years; experience working in a municipal services setting is preferable
The Town of Rothesay is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; people with disabilities and all other equity deserving groups.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.
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