Director, AI, Data & Analytics Transformation

City of North Vancouver; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 156,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of North Vancouver seeks a Director, AI, Data and Analytics to lead enterprise AI governance, data analytics, GIS strategy, and digital transformation in service delivery. You will report to the CAO and work with executives to align AI initiatives with Council priorities while building organizational capability in AI literacy and responsible use of data.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in senior leadership, 5+ years in AI, and a track record of cross‑functional transformation across

Qualifications

• Extensive (ten or more years) senior leadership business management experience leading enterprise transformation, innovation, technology, analytics, or digital modernization initiatives.
• Five or more years of AI experience in information‑intensive industries or digitally advanced enterprises.
• Five or more years of progressive experience building collaborative, high‑performing teams and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Experience developing enterprise strategies and cross‑organizational programs.
• Demonstrated success leading complex organizational change across multiple business functions.
• Strong knowledge of artificial intelligence, analytics, GIS, and emerging technologies.
• A thorough understanding of responsible AI principles, privacy, security, ethics, and regulatory considerations.
• Exceptional relationship‑building, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to engage executives, elected officials, staff, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the City’s responsible AI governance: develop and maintain the AI governance framework, policies, and standards.
• Develop and lead the City’s enterprise AI, Data & Analytics Strategy aligned with Council’s Strategic Plan and organizational priorities.
• Provide strategic advice to the CAO and Executive Leadership Team on digital innovation, emerging technologies, and enterprise transformation.
• Lead enterprise initiatives that improve service delivery, organizational performance, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Lead enterprise data analytics, business intelligence, and open data initiatives.
• Provide strategic leadership for the City’s enterprise Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program and geospatial strategy.
• Partner with Information Technology Services to ensure technology investments support business transformation and organizational priorities.
• Build organizational capability through AI literacy, data literacy, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team while managing budgets, resources, strategic partnerships, and enterprise programs.

Skills

Senior leadership

AI experience

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master’s or PhD in relevant field

Job description

The City of North Vancouver seeks a Director, AI, Data and Analytics to lead enterprise AI governance, data analytics, GIS strategy, and digital transformation in service delivery. You will report to the CAO and work with executives to align AI initiatives with Council priorities while building organizational capability in AI literacy and responsible use of data.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in senior leadership, 5+ years in AI, and a track record of cross‑functional transformation across