Current Job Postings Are Listed Below
About OMAA's Job Board
If you are looking to get your CAO or Senior Staff vacant position in front of over half of Ontario's CAOs you've come to the right place.
By using one of OMAA's Job recruitment services, you can be assured of reaching a targeted audience with the municipal government leadership skills and expertise you require.
OMAA's Job Posting/Recruitment Services
For one low price of $300, OMAA offers a new consolidated Job Ad promotion services which includes the following:
- Your Job Ad posted on the OMAA website for up to two months (Note: the posting is available not just to members but anyone else visiting the OMAA website.
- Due to a recent partnership with muniSERV, your Job Ad will also be posted on the muniSERV website for the same period of time for cross Canada exposure.
- An individual email distribution to all OMAA Members will also be undertaken attaching a copy of the Job Ad.
How To Request a Posting/Distribution
Contact the OMAA Executive Director to submit a Word or PDF version of your Job Ad and to coordinate a date for website posting and/or Member message.
Typically a website posting and/or email distribution to the membership can be done within 24 to 48 hours of the request.
An invoice will be subsequently sent back. Payment can be made by mailing a cheque made payable to "The Ontario Municipal Administrators' Association" to the OMAA offices at 14 Caledonia Terrace, Goderich, Ontario, N7A 2M8.
Got questions? Contact Maureen at the email noted above or 855 833 OMAA(6622)
CURRENT JOB POSTINGS
COUNTY OF DUFFERIN - DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICE
The County of Dufferin is an upper tier municipality which sits on the fringe of the Greater Toronto Area, about 100 km northwest of Toronto. It is largely a rural county with three urban settlement areas. The region is well known for its rivers, rolling hills and excellent outdoor recreation opportunities. The UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, the Niagara Escarpment and the world famous Bruce Trail, run through Dufferin offering spectacular vistas and hiking opportunities. Home to over 61,000 residents the area boasts fabulous restaurants, shopping and amenities. We are currently recruiting for a Director of Corporate Services. Reporting to the CAO, the Director of Corporate Services will provide leadership, direction and management to the Corporate Services department which includes Treasury, Procurement, Information Technology (I.T.) and Clerks. The Director will act on their own authority or on the authority delegated by the CAO and is responsible for all major decisions affecting the Corporate Services department. As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), the Director of Corporate Services is a key contributor to corporate decision-making and provides guidance and direction in the development and implementation of strategies that support the County’s priorities.
COUNTY OF DUFFERIN - DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM
The County of Dufferin is an upper tier municipality which sits on the fringe of the Greater Toronto Area, about 100 km northwest of Toronto. It is largely a rural county with three urban settlement areas. The region is well known for its rivers, rolling hills and excellent outdoor recreation opportunities. The UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, the Niagara Escarpment and the world famous Bruce Trail, run through Dufferin offering spectacular vistas and hiking opportunities. Home to over 61,000 residents the area boasts fabulous restaurants, shopping and amenities. We are currently recruiting for a Director of Development & Tourism. Reporting to the CAO, the Director of Development and Tourism will provide leadership, direction and management to the Development and Tourism department which includes Planning, Economic Development, Tourism (including the Museum of Dufferin) and Building Services. The Director will act on their own authority or on the authority delegated by the CAO and is responsible for all major decisions affecting the Development and Tourism department. As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), the Director of Development and Tourism is a key contributor to corporate decision-making and provides guidance and direction in the development and implementation of strategies that support the County’s priorities.
CANADA MORTGAGE AND HOUSING CORPORATION - CHIEF EQUITY OFFICER
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) exists for a single reason: to make housing affordable for everyone living in Canada. A Crown Corporation, CMHC’s goal is that, by 2030, everyone in Canada has a home they can afford and that meets their needs. All of CMHC’s programs and activities support this critical objective. Committed to dismantling systems of oppression, anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism, and racism more broadly, CMHC—one of Canada’s Top Diversity Employers—is firm on deepening its work in the area of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). It is within this spirit that CMHC invites applications and nominations for its first-ever Chief Equity Officer (CEqO), a role that will give a passionate leader the opportunity to weave EDI throughout the very fabric and strategy of the organization—work that will further enhance the employee experience while bettering the lives of Canadians. Reporting to the Senior Vice-President, Policy and Innovation, and as a member of the Sector Management Team, the CEqO will help to set strategic direction for the sector, and establish plans, priorities, and objectives as it relates to CMHC’s equity and anti-racism commitments. The incumbent will also help to shape an overarching vision and strategy for equity at CMHC, embedding an equity presence in all that the company does.
MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BONNYVILLE, ALBERTA - CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
The Municipal District of Bonnyville is currently seeking a dynamic individual to fulfill the position of Chief Administrative Officer.
Our rural community (www.md.bonnyville.ab.ca) is a thriving municipality in northeastern Alberta, 2.5 hours northeast of Edmonton. The M.D. is rich in many things – a fantastic community base of over 13,000 residents, and an excellent, growing economy consisting largely of agriculture and oil-related industries.
Reporting to the Reeve and Council, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is responsible for the overall administration of municipal operations and the daily tasks of the M.D., as directed by Council. He/she is responsible for directing, controlling and coordinating the activities of the M.D. departments which includes five direct reports and over 145 full-time staff, and a combined budget of approximately $150M.
Competition Closing Date: March 15, 2021
TOWN OF COLLINGWOOD - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CUSTOMER & CORPORATE SERVICE
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Collingwood is a vibrant community rich with history and culture and is the urban centre of a region that includes outdoor recreation opportunities both on land and on water. A destination for tourism and a diverse array of business and industry, the community is growing because of both natural assets and public and private investments. The Town seeks to be socially and environmentally conscious while being responsible and responsive to the needs of residents and visitors. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Executive Director (ED), Customer & Corporate Service is responsible to lead and direct integrated initiatives across the organization related to customer service delivery, strategy, performance, and improvement with a commitment to providing exceptional customer service to meet the needs of residents, business, stakeholders and employees with regard to timeliness and effectiveness. The position is also responsible for the management and leadership of corporate services which include Talent Management and Human Resources (HR), Fleet & Facilities (F&F) including Green and Climate Change Leadership, Information Technology Services (IT), and Public Relations & Communications (PR). The main duties and responsibilities for this position are in the areas of developing and managing an integrated customer service strategy, overseeing corporate service functions, and department administration functions.
Application Deadline: March 1, 2021 by 4:00 p.m.
PEEL DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD - SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR TO THE DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
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This is a key role at the Peel District School Board (PDSB) and will be of interest to a professional with a strong commitment to public education, expertise in a broad range of administrative areas and a demonstrated understanding of equity, inclusion, anti-racism and anti-oppression. If you’re this dynamic, self-motivated and highly organized Senior Administrative Coordinator, let’s talk. Reporting directly to the Director of Education, you’ll provide important administrative support to the Director or designate with the mandate set out in the PDSB Ministry Directives. Your understanding of the complex, reciprocal connections among various stakeholders will prove invaluable in your role as a key liaison in effectively managing and coordinating information flow between the Director and trustees, senior management, school administrators, employee groups, internal stakeholders, the public, community partners, the Ministry of Education and government offices.
Application Deadline: 4:30 p.m., Monday, February 22, 2021
MUNICIPALITY OF ARRAN-ELDERSLIE - CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
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Arran-Elderslie is in the heart of Bruce County with a population of 7,000. The Municipality is a combination of farm communities, friendly urban centres and quaint villages. Arran-Elderslie is a great place to work, live and play. Come join our team and enjoy an improved life-style. To learn more visit: www.arran-elderslie.ca We are currently recruiting for a CAO to lead our team.
You will:
- Manage the operations of the municipality in a responsible and cost-effective manner;
- Ensures the timely and effective delivery of programs and services;
- Lead a management team and staff (33 Full Time and 18 Part Time) in the implementation of Council decisions;
- Engage, inform and inspire Council and staff;
- Provide progressive policy and strategic advice to Council;
- Provides overall financial management and fiscal responsibility in consultation with the Treasurer.
Application Deadline: 4:00 PM Friday February 19th, 2021
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS - CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
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Located in the heart of North America’s most affluent consumer market, Niagara Falls is a fast-growing, dynamic, internationally renowned city with a prosperous business community. Niagara Falls is built on an economic foundation anchored by tourism, manufacturing, commercial retail, and knowledge-based sectors. We are linked to the world by extensive transportation and telecommunications networks. In addition to having desirable industrial and commercial real estate, Niagara Falls offers a reasonable cost of living and some of the most attractive residential communities in all of Canada. For quality of life, Niagara Falls is unsurpassed, offering all the amenities of a large city in a more comfortable and neighbourly setting. Arts, culture, recreation, commerce and peaceful quiet moments are all here to be enjoyed. And with downtown revitalization, enhanced GO service, an expanding regional airport and a new hospital on the horizon, we are certainly the place to be. With these advantages and amenities, it’s no wonder Niagara Falls is an ideal place to live, work and play. With an operational budget of over $147 million, and over 700 employees, the City provides a range of services to meet the needs of over 88,000 residents and a multitude of businesses.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2021
TOWN OF MARKHAM - DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING\
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An engineering best practices leader, you will drive the organization to innovate, improve and evolve, while establishing effective relationships with key strategic stakeholders to achieve results. As a visionary leader, you will prioritize projects, set goals and build a team focused on service excellence, providing direction and guidance to staff in identifying, addressing, balancing, and delivering on the objectives and strategic priorities of the City of Markham and the Development Services Commission. This is a unique opportunity to champion the City’s engineering, transportation planning and overall development framework serving the current and future residents of the Markham community. Looking to the future, you will lead the development of the City’s 10-year Capital Infrastructure Program, including bridges, roads, sewers and environmental projects, to meet the short- and long-term infrastructure plan. You will oversee the management of day-to-day traffic operational matters and improvements, and the review and approval of transportation studies and improvements to support new development. You will also contribute to the development of, and provide consultation and advice on, the Region’s Master Transportation Plan.
Application Deadline: Sunday, February 14, 2021
TOWN OF MARKHAM - DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
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A visionary leader with a track record of senior management success, you welcome the opportunity to oversee the management of $6.45 billion of City infrastructure, including right-of-way infrastructure, water, wastewater, storm water, bridges, culverts and watercourses, flood control and erosion protection. You are equally energized about acting as the champion of Markham’s environmental strategies in waste management, environmental stewardship initiatives and public education, and leading the implementation of service initiatives aligned with provincial strategies for waste-free communities and economies. As Director of Environmental Services, you will lead by example in identifying, addressing, balancing, and delivering on the current and future objectives and strategic priorities of the City and the Commission of Community and Fire Services. You will also make it your mission to ensure the delivery of safe drinking water for City residents and businesses in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act, and fulfill statutory obligations in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act. Above all, you share our commitment to diversity and inclusion, and can cultivate an innovative workforce of high-performing professionals in a positive customer service culture. Providing visionary leadership, direction and guidance to staff, you will promote an open, inclusive and positive working environment that allows staff to work and achieve to the best of their abilities.
Application Deadline: Sunday, February 14, 2021
ESSEX-WINDSOR - GENERAL MANAGER, ESSEX-WINDSOR SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY
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Welcome to Windsor and the County of Essex! We invite you to explore this opportunity to see if the role as our next General Manager is a good fit for you. We are the most southern metropolitan area in Canada. We offer rural and urban living nestled between Lakes St. Clair and Erie, next to the busiest international border crossings in North America at Windsor/Detroit. For more information on our diverse communities and economic base, please visit our websites at www.countyofessex.ca, www.citywindsor.ca as well as the Windsor Essex Economic Development Corporation at www.choosewindsoressex.com and Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island at www.visitwindsoressex.com. The Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) is a municipal agency created by the City of Windsor and the County of Essex to manage waste in the Essex-Windsor region. The EWSWA reports to a Board comprised of councillors, warden, mayors and deputy-mayors from Windsor and the seven County municipalities.
Application Deadline: Friday, February 12, 2021
CITY OF WINDSOR - MANAGER OF EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
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The City of Windsor is one of Ontario’s best kept secrets, located on the southern banks of the Detroit River. The Windsor region’s culturally diverse population benefits from housing that is among Canada’s most affordable, and the City continues to experience growth thanks to its flourishing economy and growing labour force. Windsor’s motto – The River and the Land Sustain Us. The City of Windsor is currently seeking applications for Manager, Employee Relations, responsible to ensure the effective delivery of services in the areas of labour relations and negotiations for the Corporation
Application Deadline: 4:30 February 19th, 2021
CITY OF VAUGHAN - DIRECTOR TRANSPORTATION AND FLEET MANAGEMENT SERVICES
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Vaughan is a city on the move. With a downtown core rising from the ground – the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, a state-of-the-art hospital opening its doors in 2021 – the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, and a bustling subway, exciting projects are transforming the community. Be a part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan. Vaughan is an equal opportunity employer serving one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Canada, we are an organization committed to diversity and inclusivity, providing a thriving work environment, excellent benefits, learning and growth opportunities and a place where collaboration and teamwork are fostered. As one of the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2021, we continuously employ workplace best-practices – and they’re getting noticed! Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow. Responsible for the leadership and direction of the Roads, Transportation & Fleet Management Services, areas of accountability include roads maintenance, winter control, traffic engineering and operations, right-of-way and utility coordination, and fleet services. The director will be responsible to set the department’s direction, through development and implementation of strategic plans and goals, to ensure alignment with Corporate strategies and priorities, regulatory requirements, City growth, and advance service delivery.
Application Deadline: Thursday February 4, 2021
UNITED COUNTIES OF LEEDS AND GRENVILLE - CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
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The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, located in eastern Ontario, is an upper-tier municipality made up of 10 municipalities covering a geographical area of over 3,300 square kilometers. With an operational budget of $105 million, the Counties administers and operates a variety of services including Community and Social services, Long Term Care, Paramedic services and Public Works to meet the needs of residents and business. Surrounded by the shores of the St. Lawrence River and the 1000 Islands to the south, the banks of the Rideau Canal to the north, Leeds and Grenville has four seasons of activity. Our 24 inland lakes and streams attracts a range of outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. We are also home to two world renowned UNESCO sites of significance as well as the worlds' best freshwater scuba diving. Found within a short drive of many larger Canadian centres, including Ottawa, Kingston, Toronto and Montreal make Leeds and Grenville an easy place to visit and live. As the CAO and administrative lead for the Counties, you will lead the Corporation and Senior Directors, act as a key advisor to Council, provide vision and leadership, and inform Council on the operations and affairs of the Counties.
Application Deadline: January 19th, 2021
TOWN OF CALEDON - DEPUTY TOWN SOLICITOR
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The Town of Caledon is a dynamic municipality that successfully balances urban, rural and agricultural communities. Our energetic staff are guided by our core values that create an environment for continuous improvement and customer service excellence. In addition to offering exciting career opportunities, the Town also provides a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Come see how you can make a difference. Reporting to the Town Solicitor / Manager, Legal and Court Services, the Deputy Town Solicitor is responsible for the management of the Assistant Town Solicitors and municipal law services. The Deputy Town Solicitor will lead a team of lawyers and legal professionals practising in a variety of areas of law, including general municipal, litigation, commercial, real property, development, and construction law, while having carriage over legal files and providing legal advice and services to Council and Town departments
Application Deadline: January 10, 2021; 11:59pm
DISTRICT OF MUSKOKA - COMMISSIONER, FINANCE & CORPORATE SERVICES
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Located just two hours north of Toronto, The District Municipality of Muskoka (District) is where you will find some of Canada’s most beautiful lakes, majestic forests, and stunning Canadian Shield cliffs. The District covers an area of approximately 4800 square kilometres, containing over 650 lakes. Due to this, Muskoka has been Ontario’s premiere summer vacation destination for many years and is known affectionately as “Cottage Country”. Muskoka is governed by a two-tier municipal system. The District forms the upper-tier, working closely with six lower-tier municipalities. Both levels collaborate and align services to achieve cost efficiencies and best serve residents and visitors to Muskoka. The District is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader for the role of Commissioner, Finance & Corporate Services. As a member of the District Strategic Leadership Team (DSLT), the Commissioner is responsible for the strategic leadership, management and administration of the Finance and Corporate Services department which includes Facilities Services, Information Technology Services, Finance, Budgets and Financial Planning, Purchasing and Risk Management and Accessibility. This role is also responsible for the overall financial affairs of the municipality on behalf of, and in the manner directed by, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and Council
Application Deadline: January 22, 2021.
SOUTH BRUCE PENNISULA - CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
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The Town of South Bruce Peninsula is a picturesque natural wonderland located in the southern portion of the Bruce Peninsula. Just two hours from the Greater Toronto Area, South Bruce Peninsula has over 12,000 fulltime and seasonal residents spread out through two major urban centres of Wiarton and Sauble Beach, and 12 smaller local communities and hamlets. South Bruce Peninsula welcomes over one million visitors annually. Many come for its natural beauty, its extensive trail systems, the pristine waters of Georgian Bay and the endless sandy beaches along Lake Huron. They stay for our strong sense of community, work-life balance and an unmatched quality of life. As the ideal candidate and our new CAO, you are an inspiring, results focused leader with a track record of business leadership in rapidly growing environments and will play a key role in realizing our strategic vision. In addition, you are known for your exceptional communication skills, your collaborative nature and commitment to building highly effective staff teams, while ensuring service excellence and fiscal accountability.
Application Deadline: January 4th, 2021
TOWNSHIP OF MANITOUWADGE - CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
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The Township of Manitouwadge is a Northern community, nestled in the Canadian Shield, located 450km West of Sault Ste. Marie and 400km East of Thunder Bay, Ontario, serving a population of approximately 1,800 residents. Manitouwadge offers a quality of life second to none. The community has a variety of walking trails, numerous fishing lakes, miles of trails for four-wheeling, an outdoor swimming pool, lush green parks and the friendliest people you will ever meet. In addition, there are all the amenities you could ever wish for; Recreational facilities such as a 9-hole golf course, ski hill, arena, gymnasium, as well as a fairly new hospital facility and the opportunity for both English and French elementary schools and a secondary school. The position provides the Mayor and Council with guidance and support in the areas of Strategic Planning, Policy and By-Law Development, Project Management, Financial Management, Risk and Human Resource Management
Application Deadline: 4:00 pm on January 4, 2021