The City of Iqaluit’s Administration Department is looking for a strong, flexible leader to join the senior management team. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for a committed team executing a wide variety of work undertaken by the Administration Department.  You will provide leadership and vision in the areas of Council support, meeting and election services, procedure and protocol, as well as public correspondence.  A high degree of tact, diplomacy and sensitivity to community issues are among a suite of desirable attributes.  The incumbent must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Degree or designation in Public Administration or related discipline;
Minimum 5 plus years progressive management/supervisory experience;
Thorough working knowledge of municipal functions and responsibilities;
Strong working knowledge of legal and parliamentary procedures and administrative law with the ability to analyze and interpret all legislation affecting municipal operations;
Excellent attention to detail as well as exceptional time management and organizational skills;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work well with others and foster and maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to work in a non-partisan manner.

Equivalencies that include a combination of education, skills and abilities to formal education may be considered.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful candidate must successfully pass an enhanced criminal reference check and must be bondable.

The salary will commensurate with experience.  The City of Iqaluit offers an excellent benefits package plus a Settlement/Housing Allowance of $22,378.20.

Closing date is: October 30, 2015