The VILLAGE OF ALERT BAY is seeking an experienced Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (Deputy CAO).

The Village of Alert Bay, located on Cormorant Island in Upper Johnstone Strait, is the gateway to the Broughton Archipelago.  The Village is the oldest municipality in the Northern Vancouver Island Region and boasts a rich Pioneer and First Nation cultural heritage.  The Village works closely with the ‘Namgis First Nation through the ‘Historic Alert Bay Accord’ in the governance of and delivery of services to Cormorant Island. The 1,300 residents of Cormorant Island enjoy services including a hospital, medical and dental clinics, boat harbour, paved airport, extensive trail network, and BC Ferries service.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer as a key member of the senior management team, the Deputy CAO responsibilities include, but are not limited to: performing the statutory role of corporate officer as set out in the Community Charter including the preparation of agendas, minutes, correspondence and research for all meetings of Council;  archiving  minutes of other meetings, bylaws and other records of the business of the local government; providing access to records, certifying bylaws and other documents; administering oaths and affirmations, declarations and affidavits. You will have a good understanding of municipal accounting including accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable and reconciliation of General Ledger accounts. Experience with parliamentary procedures, and BC Municipal Legislation including but not limited to the Community Charter, Local Government Act, Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act and Robert’s Rules of Order is an asset.  In addition, this position will involve ICBC auto insurance and Driver Licensing.

Desired qualifications include:

Strong Organizational Skills
Excellent Problem Solving Skills
Excellent Interpersonal skills- must tactfully and professionally deal with various levels of government officials,  members of the public, and fellow employees
Superior oral and written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Experience consulting the public, working with councils, boards, committees, commissions and the community
Experience working with Budgets, spreadsheets and municipal accounting
Proficient computer skills and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Being able to meet the pressures of deadlines as required
Experience in Municipal Information Systems (Muniware) an asset
Experience in public sector corporate administration, preferably in the Municipal sector, is desirable.

The successful candidate will have a certificate in Local Government Administration or a minimum of three (3) years experience at the corporate officer level.