The OMAA's mission is to provide professional development, services, and networking opportunities that enable Members to be the best they can be in serving the public as municipal executives. The Board remains committed to this mission and has been hard at work developing new ways to actualize it in a rapidly changing environment. These initiatives include but are not limited to the following: -
Continuing to advocate for our five key issues and other ways to ensure municipal good governance.
- Revising the model CAO employment contract (a new version will be released later this fall).
- Work is underway on a new education program specific for CAOs.
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Ensuring your voice gets heard. The CAO's dilemma session at the Fall Workshop will include an open dialogue around questions such as: What does effective leadership look like in the current environment? and How can OMAA best assist its members in dealing with these new challenges?
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| Fall Workshop Registration Deadline Our Fall Workshop is coming up very soon.
The registration deadline is October 18. Avoid the dreaded FOMO and register today. |
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Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) |
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario |
Be part of a municipality that has been North America’s meeting place since time immemorial. Situated in the heart of the upper Great Lakes, Sault Ste. Marie is the historic meeting place of Indigenous communities from far afield. Historically known as Bawaating, it is situated in the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe people and continues to be a vital link between east, west, north and south. Located on the shores of both Lake Superior and Lake Huron, bordering the United States, with great highway links and short flights to major Canadian and American cities, Sault Ste. Marie is Ontario’s “Adventure Town,” a vibrant, tightly knit, friendly community of 75,000 close to rugged Great Lakes coastlines, ancient Canadian Shield mountains, countless rivers and lakes, pristine beaches, and exceptionally snowy winters. Sault Ste. Marie provides an adventurous and exciting lifestyle with access to world-class mountain biking, hiking, fishing, sports, food, arts and culture, and entertainment, with reasonable housing costs and the shortest commute possible. For more information see www.saulttourism.com.
Reporting to a City Council consisting of the Mayor and 10 Councillors, the CAO will provide strategic advice and support, implementing Council’s direction efficiently, and recognizing their priorities, strategic plan, and legislative requirements. The CAO will provide energetic, creative leadership to nine department heads, over 600 full-time employees under five collective agreements, with a $200+ Million operating budget. Deadline: November 8, 2023. |
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Chief Administrative Officer |
Township of Blandford-Blenheim |
The Township of Blandford-Blenheim, with a population of 7,500, is one of five rural Townships within the County of Oxford. Due to an upcoming retirement, the Township is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). This is the senior management position in the municipality which reports directly to Council. Responsibilities: Provide exceptional leadership and strategic direction to the municipal organization. Inspire excellence in the delivery of public services to residents and businesses. Continue to develop collaborative relationships with the community and with other levels of government. Consult with Council, Directors, Local Boards, and Community Groups to assist in determining effective programs and ensuring efficient operation within approved budgets and with other levels of government. Make policy, program, and business planning recommendations. Monitor the fiscal and legislative requirements of the Corporation. Foster positive employee/employer relations and a productive workplace environment.
Based on a condensed 4-day, 35-hour work week and in accordance with the Salary Schedule adopted by Council and amended from time to time. Salary range: $125,489 – $156,865 (2023 rates) Deadline: noon Thursday, October 19, 2023 |
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Chief Administrative Officer |
As the ideal candidate you are an inspiring, principled, and collaborative leader with a proven track record of results and accomplishments with related experience from either a public sector or private sector organization and an affinity for thriving communities in a rural setting. You have exceptional communication skills and the political acumen to interact with an engaged council, diverse stakeholders, foster the development of partnerships, and inspire and guide our employees, while ensuring customer service excellence. Lastly, you will have an exceptional understanding of forward-thinking strategies as it relates to meaningful growth and effective municipal operations in a fiscally accountable fashion and possess the ability to guide our organization into the future. Reporting to the Mayor and Council, the Chief Administrative Officer is responsible for the strategic leadership and efficient delivery of all the municipality’s administrative and operational services. As the key advisor to Council, you have the vision to develop and implement operational plans and ensure the coordination of services which align to and support our strategic priorities. You will recommend policies, plans, and programs that benefit our residents by being innovative, accountable and fiscally sound. You will work to enhance growth and development in the community as well as ensure the effective utilization of resources through the priorities and guiding principles as identified by Council. Leading a talented team, you will inspire a dedicated workforce and help foster a workplace culture focused on service excellence, innovation and teamwork while positioning Rideau Lakes as an employer of choice.
Deadline: October 16, 2023 |
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Chief Executive Officer, Brant Municipal Enterprises |
Incorporated under the Municipal Act and operating in accordance with the Business Corporations Act, Brant Municipal Enterprises Inc. (BME) operates independently in a business focused environment to generate revenues and add value to the community and its Shareholder, the County of Brant. Reporting to the Board of Directors of Brant Municipal Enterprises, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for exercising general control and management of the affairs of Brant Municipal Enterprises Inc. (BME) for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation, and the growth and profitability of the organization. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the CEO shall have and exercise the following powers, duties, responsibilities and functions together with the power to delegate such powers, duties, responsibilities, and functions to a designated officer or other employee of BME: To provide strategic administrative and functional leadership to BME in accordance with the direction of the Board of Directors. To ensure corporate policies, programs, and initiatives approved by the Board are implemented in a timely manner having regard to BME's Mandate as outlined in its Shareholder Declaration, its Strategic Plan, and its Business Plan in effect at the time. To oversee appointment, employment, and suspension/dismissal of employees. To provide objective advice and insight to the Board of Directors on any matter which the Board deems appropriate. To administer and coordinate the delivery of BME's business activities and to further seek ongoing improvement in the delivery of service to BME's clients and stakeholders. To serve as the principal advisor to the Board of Directors with regards to the development of key strategic, business, and operating plans and to ensure that the Board of Directors is provided with all relevant information necessary to make informed decisions. To ensure that meetings of the Board of Directors are appropriately scheduled, and that applicable information is presented to the Board of Directors in accordance with BME's policies and with the Shareholder's Declaration. To assist and advise the Chair of the Board of Directors with regards to matters of protocol and procedure. To establish administrative policies and procedures. To establish financial reporting policies and procedures. To draft and present to the Board of Directors, in conjunction with BME's Treasurer, an annual budget for BME. To advise and make recommendations to the Board of Directors about the financial condition of BME and to develop plans and strategies as may be necessary to ensure the financial sustainability of the organization, and, in conjunction with BME's Treasurer, to monitor and control the budget throughout the fiscal year. To perform other related duties, as required or as the Board may from time to time confer or impose. Annual Salary Range: $143,040 - $167,335 (Job Grade 13) 40 hours per week Please visit www.brant.ca/jobs to apply for this opportunity.
Deadline: Sunday, October 15, 2023 @ 11:59 p.m. |
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| Have you booked a session with one of our experienced mentors yet?
Our Mentorship Match-Up program launched in early September and twenty sessions have already been booked. But there are still plenty of open slots with seasoned CAOs from across the province. This is a great chance to ask those questions in the back of your head, get insight on a specific challenge, or just get some general advice on what's needed to make the next step in your career.
All members have their email pre-loaded into the system. You just have to activate it to get started. |
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| I had time over the weekend to think about giving thanks. There are many valid reasons most cultures have a harvest or similar festival to give thanks.
Religious leaders and philosophers have extolled the virtue of gratitude throughout history. Gratitude is the “social glue” that fortifies relationships and serves as the backbone of a functional society. It also has many benefits for individuals including better physical and psychological health, increased happiness, and life satisfaction. While gratitude is worthwhile, gratefulness might be even better. Gratefulness is a more general feeling of being thankful for some state of affairs that we have done nothing to deserve.
Aristotle argued that we become what we habitually do. We can make the world a better place by being aware of the good things it already affords. We can change ourselves into the kind of people who seek out and celebrate things we can be thankful for if we take time to be grateful. I was sure grateful for the bits of turkey that hit the kitchen floor... |
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