City Clerk, City of Belleville

Odgers Berndtson; Belleville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Belleville seeks a City Clerk to lead a new team, manage legislative responsibilities, and oversee municipal elections. This role is crucial for shaping the community's future as demographic growth is expected. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in municipal processes and leadership.

Qualifications

• Strong background in municipal election processes and clerk responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and leadership to a newly established team.
• Oversee statutory duties and serve as Returning Officer for municipal elections.
• Manage corporate records and departmental functions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Communication

Job description

Belleville is a city of approximately 55,000 residents, located along the Bay of Quinte in southeastern Ontario. Situated between Toronto and Montreal and just under an hour from the U.S. border, the city is at the heart of a vibrant region. Nearby Prince Edward County is renowned for its wineries, eateries, and beaches such as Sandbanks Provincial Park. Belleville offers a unique mix of small-town charm and urban amenities, with a historic downtown featuring diverse restaurants, shopping, and cultural venues including live music and theatre. The city’s quality of life and affordable housing make it an ideal place to live, work, and enjoy leisure activities. With a growing arts scene and extensive recreational facilities, Belleville combines historical appeal with modern development, making it a hub for business and tourism.

As demographic growth is expected over the next decade, this role is vital in shaping the community’s future. The City Clerk will provide expert advice and leadership to a newly established team, fostering innovation and efficiency during this period of change. Reporting to the Director of People and Corporate Services, the City Clerk will support City Council and its committees/boards, managing legislative, regulatory, and local by-law responsibilities.

The role also includes overseeing statutory duties, serving as the Returning Officer for municipal elections, administering the Marriage Act, managing corporate records, and overseeing departmental functions such as budget management.

The ideal candidate is an experienced and strategic leader with a strong background in municipal election processes and clerk responsibilities.

The City of Belleville has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson to fill this position. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online below.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The City of Belleville is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019, and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, accommodations will be provided upon request during the recruitment, selection, and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.

Odgers Berndtson is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. To broaden the candidate pool, we encourage you to learn more about our efforts through our DEI team’s resources.