Senior Administrative Officer

Hamlet of Whati; Whatì; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community government organization located in Whatì, Canada is seeking a Senior Administrative Officer to oversee operations and implement Council’s policies. Candidates must have a post-secondary degree or diploma, at least 5 years of extensive experience in municipal governance, and the ability to work cross-culturally. Fluency in English and knowledge of Tłı̨ chǫ language is preferred. The position offers competitive salaries and benefits within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits coverage by NEBS

Positive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a municipal government environment as CAO, SAO, or in Senior Management.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural setting.
• Must be bondable and submit to a criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operations of the Community Government and implement Council's policies.
• Advise and inform Council on operations and affairs of the Community Government.
• Ensure that policies, programs, and other directions of Council are implemented.

Skills

Cross-cultural communication

Fluency in English

Fluency in Tłı̨ chǫ language

Education

Post-secondary degree in public administration, business, or related discipline

Diploma in local government administration

Job description

Community Government ofWhati

Whati Senior Administrative Officer

The Community Government of Whati requires a Senior Administrative Officer who reports to Council and is responsible for the management of the Community Government.

The Community Government of Whati is situated about 250 kms northwest of Yellowknife and, unlike some NWT communities, it is accessible by road year-round with a population of about 500 residents. An annual operating budget exceeding $4M, and an annual capital budget of about $1.7M, it is also the second largest of four Tłı̨ chǫ communities within the Tłı̨ chǫ self-government region.

Under the direction of Council, the SAO is responsible for the overall management of the operations of the Community Government and ensuring that the policies, programs and other directions of Council are implemented. The SAO is also responsible for advising and informing Council on the operation and affairs of the Community Government.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A post-secondary degree in public administration, business, engineering, or other related discipline and/or a diploma in local government administration.
• Functional understanding of the T̨łı ch O Community Government Act as well as other applicable NWT legislation.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a municipal government environment as the CAO, SAO, or Senior Management position.
• Candidates with less experience may be considered for a development position.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural setting.
• Fluency in both English and Tłı̨ chǫ language would be an asset.
• Must be bondable and submit to a criminal record check as a prerequisite.

The Community Government of Whatı̀ offers competitive salaries, benefits, and a positive work environment. Benefits coverage is provided by NEBS (Northern Employees Benefits Services). If you are interested in joining our team, please forward your resume by fax or email. This will be open until a suitable candidate is found.

The Community Government of Whatı̀ thanks everyone for your interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. For more information about this position, or to forward your application, please contact: Bilal Gillani, Acting SAO PO Box 71, Whatı̀, NT X0E 1P0 Phone: [phone] - Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail]