General Manager, Operations Services

Parkland County; Stony Plain; Sur place; CAD 178 000 - 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

Pension plan

Earned day off

Vacation 4 weeks

Management days

Birthday leave

On-site gym

EAP program

Training and development

Résumé du poste

Parkland County is seeking a General Manager, Operations Services to provide strategic direction and lead multiple service lines, including road maintenance, drainage, engineering, public works and environment. You will report to the CAO and guide initiatives aligned with the county's strategic plan.

The role emphasizes safety, collaboration, and a strong service delivery mindset, with a focus on building positive workplace culture and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Public relations skills, political acumen and the ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated commitment to innovation, motivating teams and promoting exceptional service delivery.
• Technical proficiency with MS Office and collaboration tools.

Responsabilités

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Operations portfolio in Parkland County.
• Translate Council’s strategic objectives into actionable goals and department initiatives.
• Promote safety and a respectful, collaborative work environment within the division.

Connaissances

Public relations

Political acumen

Leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Environment/Business)

Master's degree (asset)

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

Now Hiring: General Manager, Operations Services

Join a team that prioritizes public service and where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community. Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, approaching challenges with a solution-focused mindset, demonstrating a commitment to respect in all we do and a focus on safety for employees and all those we serve. If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Job Posting: #26-84

Status: Permanent, Full-time

Posting Closes: October 27, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Schedule: 35 hours/week (7 hours/day)

Working within the Executive Administration department and reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the General Manager provides strategic direction and leadership for the Operations portfolio, which includes Road Maintenance & Drainage Services, Engineering Services, Public Works Services and Agriculture & Environment Services. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, this position works collaboratively with the CAO to translate Council’s strategic objectives into actionable goals; and plans and implements departmental initiatives and objectives aligned with the corporate strategic plan and corporate business needs. This position ensures safety is prioritized by providing safety focused leadership and accountability to County operations while supporting the organization’s commitment to safety. The General Manager also champions and promotes positive collaboration, connection and a respectful work environment within the Division and organization to support the demonstrated commitment to the core values of Service, Teamwork, Attitude, Respect and Safety.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environment Management, Business or a related field is required. A Master’s Degree in a related program is considered an asset.
• Certified Local Government Manager (CLGM) or similar accreditation is an asset.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive senior leadership experience, with experience or exposure in a public sector environment.
• Public relations skills, political acumen and the ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated commitment to innovation, motivating teams and promoting exceptional service delivery.
• Technical proficiency with MS office, including outlook, teams, word and SharePoint.

Requirements:

• Ability to primarily work in-person at Parkland County Centre – 53109A HWY 779, Parkland County, AB.
• A valid class 5 driver’s license and current, satisfactory driver’s abstract provided upon hire.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required upon hire, excluding candidates under the age of 18 and current Parkland County employees.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

In addition to an organizational priority for employee well-being, satisfaction and development, including access to an on-site gym, an Employee Family Assistance Program, free onsite counselling services, a social club, a health, safety and wellness committee, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, this position will be eligible for:

A Starting Salary of: $178,200 to $200,400 per year

Max Salary Potential: $225,400 per year

• Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental
• Defined Pension through LAPP
• Optional Pension through APEX
• Option to join the Earned Day Off Program
• Vacation entitlement starting at 4 weeks
• Five (5) paid Management Days
• Birthday off with pay