Executive Director, Development Services — Strategic Growth

Henpen Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive municipality in Southwestern Ontario is seeking an experienced Executive Director for Development Services. This role involves leading all municipal development functions and collaborating with the Corporate Leadership Team to ensure integrated planning and sustainable growth. The ideal candidate will possess a university degree, RPP designation, and over 10 years of relevant leadership experience. This position offers a competitive compensation package and a commitment to professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive executive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits

OMERS pension

Generous vacation and work-life balance supports

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in planning or municipal operations.
• Proven experience in long-range planning and strategy development.
• Strong negotiation skills with a record of leading diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership promoting innovation and high-performance.
• Oversee sustainable land-use planning and community development.
• Lead operational planning for Development Services functions.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team collaboration

Negotiation skills

Employee development

Education

University degree in Urban Planning or related field

Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation

Job description

A progressive municipality in Southwestern Ontario is seeking an experienced Executive Director for Development Services. This role involves leading all municipal development functions and collaborating with the Corporate Leadership Team to ensure integrated planning and sustainable growth. The ideal candidate will possess a university degree, RPP designation, and over 10 years of relevant leadership experience. This position offers a competitive compensation package and a commitment to professional development and work-life balance.