director general - government services

Government of Canada; Maniwaki; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government agency in Canada is seeking a qualified candidate with a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience for a leadership role. You will advise on policies, coordinate the work of various departments, and represent the agency in negotiations. The position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is an onsite role with no remote working option, offering a range of benefits including health care and long-term insurance.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office and social media proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Advise on policies and coordinate the work of departments.
• Establish organizational objectives and formulate policies.
• Represent the organization in negotiations and official functions.

Skills

Leadership

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

MS Outlook

MS Windows

MS Word

Job description

Overview Languages

French

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Provincial or territorial government

Responsibilities Tasks

• Advise on policies
• Co-ordinate the work of regions, divisions or departments
• Ensure appropriate systems and procedures are developed and implemented to provide budgetary control
• Establish objectives for the organization and formulate or approve policies and programs
• Represent the organization, or delegate representatives to act on behalf of the organization, in negotiations or other official functions

Supervision

• 5-10 people
• Committees
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• Social Media

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Bonus
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Travel insurance