Chief Administrative Officer

Chief Administrative Officer

The Village of Merrickville-Wolford, comprised of Merrickville and the former Township of Wolford, is less than an hour’s drive from Ottawa. Merrickville, having officially been dubbed Canada’s most beautiful village by Communities in Bloom, and with more designated heritage buildings than any other Ontario community of like-size, is a unique and vibrant Victorian village on the Rideau Canal. The rural Township of Wolford, provides an array of activities and services for visitors, businesses and locals alike. Both communities love to celebrate their history and culture and heartily invites everyone to join in, to enjoy its heritage, natural attractions, delightful restaurants and shops, its small-town hospitality, and its year-round enchantment.

​The Village of Merrickville-Wolford is looking for a new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to provide the municipality with strong leadership and to work with council to plan for their future. The Village is seeking a forward looking experienced local government professional with a commitment to proactive communication, innovation, and best practices in leadership and management to serve as their next CAO.

Appointed by and reporting directly to the mayor and council, the CAO is responsible for the overall strategic planning, leadership and coordination and continuous development of the municipality and its human resources to meet the municipality’s strategic objectives and plans as set out in the enacted by-laws, resolutions, policies and formal direction of council.

Your background likely includes the following:

• Undergraduate degree in business, commerce, public administration, public policy, engineering, or a related field.
• Being an experienced senior public sector leader, having managed a wide range of public services within a culture characterized by high standards of transparency and ethics.
• Demonstrated experience in financial and human resources management, municipal operations, economic development, and governance.
• Having worked collaboratively with multiple stakeholders and providing accountability throughout the organization.
• Strategic and creative thinker who can guide and inspire staff by fostering a positive, vision-driven environment across all departments and building a culture where staff can be creative to find new solutions and are valued and supported.
• Understanding of risk management and compliance within a legislative environment.

The senior management position offers a salary, commensurate with experience and education (2024 salary range is $136,000 to $155,000), plus a competitive benefit package.

Individuals meeting the required qualification and experience (or equivalent), are encouraged to submit a resume and letter of application by no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 19, 2024, to the attention of Evelyn Dean.

The Village of Merrickville-Wolford  is an equal opportunity employer, which values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in all employment activities, in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please let us know if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally in the recruitment and selection process.