Job Board Title:
Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)/Clerk

Post Date
10/6/2025

Expiration Date
11/5/2025

Details:
Purpose of the Position: Reporting to the Mayor and Council, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)/Clerk will be a proven leader with a demonstrated ability to embrace change and guide the municipality, as directed by Council.  The CAO/Clerk’s primary responsibility is to oversee and coordinate the day-to-day administration of the Township of North Glengarry, through its senior management team.  The CAO/Clerk supports the Mayor and Council, in directing and developing public policy, ensuring that Council has timely, comprehensive, and relevant information to make well-informed decisions.  The Township of North Glengarry is a distinctive and vibrant community, strategically located and known for its exceptional quality of life.  Its charm lies in a harmonious blend of rural landscapes and small-town character, enriched by a strong commitment to preserving agricultural lands, natural resources, and its rich historical and cultural heritage.  Supported by high-quality municipal services, North Glengarry offers an ideal environment for residents and businesses alike.  The Township is seeking a CAO/Clerk who will work collaboratively with Council to build on this foundation and help shape a successful and sustainable future. 

Candidates will demonstrate experience in the following five leadership areas:

  1. Drives Excellence - Inspires and empowers staff through ongoing development and support, fostering a culture that consistently achieves high performance and results.
  2. Embraces Change - Maintains a solution-oriented mindset, demonstrates leadership resilience, and builds strong trust and credibility with both Council and staff.
  3. Navigates Uncertainty - Effectively manages evolving circumstances by establishing clear goals, expectations, and performance indicators, while aligning day-to-day efforts with strategic objectives
  4. Fosters Alignment - Cultivates strong connections and shared understanding between Council and administration to ensure cohesive decision-making and execution.
  5.  Responds with Agility - Demonstrates decisiveness and responsiveness in dynamic situations, consistently identifying effective solutions while maintaining focus on outcomes. 


Qualifications:
Qualifications:
• University Degree in Commerce, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of municipal experience.
• At least five (5) years in a senior management role.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships with staff, elected officials, boards, committees, and various stakeholders, often with competing interests.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of political and business acumen.
• Bilingualism is considered an asset. 

Employer:
Township of North Glengarry
Contact:
Kristen Sommers

Address:
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their qualifications and work experience, marked confidential, no later than 8:00 a.m. on Monday, October 20, 2025, to Kristen Sommers, Human Resources Manager at recruitment@sdgcounties.ca.

Work Phone:
6135251110

Email:
recruitment@sdgcounties.ca

Website:
https://www.northglengarry.ca/

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