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Job Posting - Chief Administrative Officer (C.A.O.)

Battleford

Founded in 1875, the population of Battleford is 4,400. Budget of 7.5million and staff of 30+. 

Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)

The Town of Battleford is a historic town, rich in history that has seen steady growth. Battleford is:

• Fiscally strong and Prudent.
• Provides strong services to residents, stakeholders, and local businesses.
• Attentive to infrastructure renewal.
• Sensitive to the environment and sustainable growth.
• Learning from yesterday to grow for tomorrow. 

The next CAO has an opportunity to significant ly develop Battleford:

• Build the town to become a tourism destination, maximizing the assets our community has to offer.
• Continue strong Downtown Revitalization
• Grow regional partnerships such as, rural municipalities, First Nations, City of North Battleford, and Parks Canada.

Council is looking for someone with  administrative credentials and experience including:

• A degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or Business/Commerce; and
• A municipal certification/designation and willing to obtain UMAAS Standard Certification.
• Multiple years' experience in the public sector, leading an accomplished team;
• Ability to deliver Council’s Strategic plan.
• effective financial knowledge.
• Strong written skills and grant writing experience
• Strong knowledge of Federal and Provincial Legislation. 
• Experience in Budgets and Bylaws
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, in a fast-paced environment
• Clean Criminal Record Check and Valid Class 5 license.

Compensation -  will be commensurate with qualifications, experience and UMASS salary grid. 

Closing Date: June 16th, 2023

Application Return

To discuss the position, please call or email your resume and cover letter to:

Mayor Ames Leslie 1.306.441.2412

mayorleslie@battleford.ca