Located on the northern most tip of beautiful Vancouver Island, Port Hardy is a wilderness paradise that invites both locals and tourists to “Live the Adventure.”  From its traditional resource-based “roots” to today’s emerging eco-tourism, green energy and aquaculture sectors, the region remains committed to maintaining a wholesome, unspoiled natural environment for its 4,008 (2011 census) residents and three neighbouring First Nations bands.

World-class diving, sports fishing, caving, kayaking and hiking are just a few of the excursions that provide year-round entertainment for the outdoors person.  Significant infrastructure, a natural deep sea harbour, and an extensive transportation network which includes air, ferry and marine services, all work in combination to support growth.

The District has a challenging and unique career opportunity available for a versatile individual as a member of its senior management team.  Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Corporate & Development Services is responsible for the statutory duties in accordance with section 148 of the Community Charter.  The Director also advises staff and Council on legislative affairs as well as undertaking contract administration and matters associated with risk management. In addition, this position processes applications and documents related to land use planning and development, manages the building inspection, bylaw enforcement and animal control services, and acts as staff liaison person for the emergency preparedness and fire protection services.  As a member of the senior management team, the Director assists the CAO in the provision of effective team oriented leadership for the District and becomes responsible for a variety of projects and initiatives as they arise.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

drafting agreements, bylaws, contracts, leases and policies;
preparing reports to Council and its committees;
supervising employees in the Corporate Services and Bylaw Enforcement / Building Inspection Departments;
processing requests under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act;
acts as Deputy Approving Officer with respect to applications for subdivision and as Chief Election Officer for elections;
acts for the Chief Administrative Officer as required.

The preferred candidate will:

have a proven ability to work effectively with elected officials, committees, other levels of government, legal counsel and the general public;
be well versed in the Community Charter, Local Government Act and relevant legislation;
have strong organizational, management and communications skills;
have a diploma or degree in public administration or a certificate in local government administration issued by the Board of Examiners; and
have at least 5 years of experience working in a local government setting or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience.