Strategic CAO Leader for a Growing Municipality

Municipal World Inc.; Stirling-Rawdon; On-site; CAD 139,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Vacation

Training and development

Job summary

Township of Stirling-Rawdon in Hastings County seeks a Chief Administrative Officer to provide strategic leadership and ensure the efficient delivery of all municipal services that benefit residents. Reporting to the Mayor and Council, you will develop operational plans, foster partnerships, oversee governance, and guide growth while maintaining fiscal accountability and the community’s small‑town charm.

Leading a dedicated team, you will foster service excellence and position Stirling-Rawdon as

Qualifications

• Inspiring, principled, and collaborative leadership required.
• Exceptional communication skills and political acumen.
• Ability to develop operational plans aligned to Council priorities.
• Experience guiding responsible growth and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and ensure efficient delivery of municipal services.
• Advise Council and coordinate policies, plans, and programs.
• Lead a talented team and foster a culture of service excellence and accountability.
• Position Stirling-Rawdon as an employer of choice in a rural-urban setting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Political acumen

Strategic thinking

Fiscal accountability

Education

Public/private sector leadership experience

Job description

Township of Stirling-Rawdon in Hastings County seeks a Chief Administrative Officer to provide strategic leadership and ensure the efficient delivery of all municipal services that benefit residents. Reporting to the Mayor and Council, you will develop operational plans, foster partnerships, oversee governance, and guide growth while maintaining fiscal accountability and the community’s small‑town charm.

Leading a dedicated team, you will foster service excellence and position Stirling-Rawdon as