Chief Administrative Officer
Municipality of Richmond County, Nova Scotia

Located in stunningly scenic Cape Breton, Nova Scotia and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, St. Peter's Canal and the Bras D'Or Lakes, the Municipality of Richmond County offers a unique blend of Acadian, Scottish, Irish, and Mi'kmaq cultures and a wonderful rural lifestyle. On their behalf, we are seeking a strategic leader with the passion and talent to realize an aligned vision of the Municipality that fully leverages its abundant natural resources, unique culture, and strong economic base. 

Working under the direction of Municipal Council, you will ensure that the Municipality provides quality and timely services to residents and businesses by overseeing all day-to-day municipal activities including the planning, coordination and control of all operations, programs and services. Additionally, you will provide sound strategic leadership to Council and staff, and will liaise with stakeholders on key projects affecting the Municipality. 

As the ideal candidate, you are accustomed to being at the helm of an established team and to achieving the corporate objectives of elected representatives, ideally within a municipal government CAO model of governance. Your sound knowledge of and experience in financial, administrative, operational, human resources and project management best practices will enable you to quickly earn the confidence and admiration of each of the Municipality's stakeholders. Additionally, your reputation is built upon your academic and professional credentials and your proven integrity, communication and leadership skills. 

If you would like to pursue this exciting opportunity, please forward your cover letter and resume, in a single MS Word document, by email to apply@geraldwalsh.com (quoting project number 1440W-CB in the subject line). Visit www.richmondcounty.ca to learn more about this beautiful community. 

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