Administrator

Essence Recruitment is in search of a Municipal Administrator for the RM of Montrose located in Donavon, SK. Reporting directly to the Reeve and the Council, this individual is responsible for delivering programs and services, managing administration and advocating to Government on behalf of the Council and residents of the municipality in a professional manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and organizes all required materials for the monthly municipal meetings including; agendas, minutes, resolutions and bylaws.
• Conducts bylaw and policy administration and development.
• Ensures that all policies and programs of the municipality are implemented, monitored, evaluated and communicated back to council, while providing exemplary customer service to the public.
• Engages in strategic planning and operational planning processes with the council including compiling the annual operating and capital budgets.
• Ensures complete records of the financial and administrative activities of the Board are maintained and accurate including; monthly and annual financial statements and cash flow projections.
• Conducts day-to-day accounting procedures including; A/P, A/R, tax collections, payroll, reconciliations and investments while providing the council with regular financial reports.
• Administers the taxation process including; property assessments, levying and tax collections.
• Liaises with other levels of government including adjacent municipalities and the Provincial Government.

REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Holds or is willing to obtain a Rural Class C Certificate.
• A Public Administration Degree or Certificate is considered an asset.
• Experience within a municipal administration position is considered an asset.
• 3 plus years in an administrative role or similar.
• 3-5 years of experience conducting full cycle accounting.
• Technical aptitude with a strong understanding of Microsoft Office

Skills and Qualifications

• Business and financial acumen, with the ability to engage in strategic planning and analysis.
• Leadership capability with ability to take responsibility and ownership of tasks and situations.
• Strong customer service skills with an approachable and outgoing personality.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills with the ability to communicate in an open and honest manner with Council, Administration and other levels of Government.
• Analytical with the ability to develop creative solutions to issues and problems that arise.
• Possesses a high level of integrity and trust within the Council and Administration.

Please submit your resume to https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.essencerecruitment.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Csarm%40sarm.ca%7C07dea6c35f164f7ffd8e08dcd9c32614%7C86754ba62a364f34b7fd4ff3fea3fb2c%7C0%7C0%7C638624679398648525%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pG9GyPGYjPUJSMb%2FEnZYHiDUDFT50xoC51lysBsW%2F7o%3D&reserved=0 or contact Tracy Arno, Essence Recruitment at 306.652.5232.

Preference will be given to a candidate who possessed a Standard Certificate in Local Government Authority and is eligible for membership within UMAAS or RMAA.  A combination of suitable qualifications, education and experience may be considered.