Rural District Manager

Rural District Manager
Department of Environment and Local Government
Pay Band 5
Open
Chaleur / Restigouche / Northwest Rural Districts

Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB!

Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Local Government Division is the primary point of contact between GNB and local communities. With a vision of fostering vibrant and sustainable communities, the division provides support and advisory services to local governments and regional service commissions and is responsible for the administration of Rural Districts (RDs). The division consists of two branches: Regional Collaboration and Planning, which includes the Regional Collaboration and Provincial and Community Planning Units; and Community Finance, Local and Rural Governance which includes the Rural Districts, Local Governance, and Community Finance Units.

The Department of Environment and Local Government provides integrated stewardship through planning and management of land use, and waste management issues. It ensures effective enforcement of, and compliance with, environmental legislation and regulations and provides effective consultation and liaison with local governments, regional service commissions and Rural Districts on governance related issues.

What you will do?
As a member of the Rural Districts team, you will be responsible for the management and administration of services provided to rural districts. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• liaising with various organizations and individuals including Rural District Advisory Councils, local governments, regional service commissions, Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) staff; fire service personnel, various community groups, staff of the Department of Environment and Local Government and the public;
• administration and facilitation of rural district services such as fire protection, street lighting, solid waste collection and disposal, recreational services etc.;
• preparing and monitoring annual rural district budgets and capital projects;
• approval of expenditures for services;
• procurement of goods and services and negotiation and execution of contracts;
• preparing cost and service sharing agreements with other rural districts and local governments;
• supporting, coordinating and participating in emergency planning, response and recovery activities;
• extensive travel throughout the regions to meet with fire departments, partners, Rural District Advisory Councils, EMO, other government departments, etc. is required;
• analysis of issues and preparation of briefing notes and other documents; and
• other duties as assigned.

Who you are
You are open to new challenges and are solution-oriented. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team working towards common goals. You are concerned for the safety and wellbeing of New Brunswickers.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Essential qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration, or a related discipline and a minimum of (5) five years of related program or project management experience, including experience providing services to the public, or budget preparation and administration of services and some supervisory experience. OR a diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution and a minimum of seven (7) years of related program or project management experience, including experience providing services to the public, budget preparation and administration of services and some supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in working with Microsoft Office Suite, with particular emphasis on Excel is required.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in French and English is required. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Asset Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate one or more of the following asset qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in facilitating group discussions;
• Demonstrated experience in problem solving and conflict resolution.

Operational Requirements
Travel throughout the province is required. A valid Class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick is required.

Behavioural competencies

• Client Service Orientation;
• Effective Interactive Communication;
• Flexibility;
• Analytical Thinking/Judgment;
• Organizational Commitment;
• Relationship / Network Building;
• Results Orientation;

Technical Competencies

• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications
• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Written Communication

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Wage
Pay Band 5: $2,574.00 to $3,595.00 bi-weekly, based on 36.25 hours per week

Work environment

• Office location: Offices located in - Edmundston and Bathurst. Servicing Northwest, Restigouche and Chaleur regions. Work location flexible and negotiable depending on the successful candidate.
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• Evening and weekend work on occasion;
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• Free Parking and recreational trails. (at Marysville Place)
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community;
• A departmental social committee; and
• A fitness facility (at Marysville Place) for employees at low cost.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by October 22, 2025, indicating competition number 80-25-005. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Environment and
Local Government P.O. Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
Telephone: 506-453-2690

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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