Chief Administrative Officer

Charlottetown, the charming capital of Prince Edward Island, graces the south shore of the island, separated from mainland Canada by the Northumberland Strait, the city spans 44.33 square kilometers with a population of 40,500. Known as Canada’s “Birthplace of Confederation,” Charlottetown played a pivotal role in the 1864 Charlottetown Conference, which led to the formation of the nation.

Steeped in history and culture, Charlottetown is home to numerous provincial and federal offices, as well as key health and educational institutions. Its central location allows for easy access to major entry points to and from the island, all within a 60-minute drive. The city boasts an unparalleled quality of life, blending the charm of a small town with the amenities of a vibrant cultural hub including restaurants, nightlife, theatre, entertainment and arts and culture that only a Cultural Capital of Canada would be able to provide. All of this in a safe, clean environment where real estate costs are low and quality of life indicators high.

The City of Charlottetown is seeking a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to play a pivotal role in bridging the council's legislative functions with the municipality's administrative operations, ensuring effective governance and service delivery to the community.

What Does This Role Entail?

As the sole employee of the City Council, the CAO stewards the City’s financial, human, and physical resources, overseeing a team of 484 people, 250 of whom are full-time, and setting priorities for all departments and divisions to ensure alignment with Council’s goals. They establish a strategic framework that fosters innovation, delivers exceptional service to the community, and guides the development and implementation of policies and strategies that address the City’s unique needs, ensuring objectives are met effectively and efficiently. Additionally, the CAO collaborates with community partners and other government entities to advance the City’s priorities, enhancing operational efficiency and promoting sustainable growth for the broader community.

As the ideal candidate you are:

• A seasoned leader with proven credibility and experience in senior administrative roles within complex, public-sector environments.
• Highly skilled in leading and managing high-performing teams, operations, and budgets.
• Result-driven and strategic, with demonstrated ability to create efficiencies, and effectively implement, scale, and optimize service delivery functions through a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Adept at navigating the political and administrative dimensions of your role.
• A collaborative leader and an exceptional communicator.
• Engaging and personable with a natural ability to build trust and rapport at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Deeply passionate about Charlottetown, its rich history and heritage, community building and engagement, service excellence, and sustainable growth.

The salary range for this position is $211,000 to $244,500.

If you are interested in this opportunity, contact Kevin Stoddart at [email protected] or Camilla Quaglia at [email protected] or submit your application online at https://www.kbrs.ca/Career/17365147827560000008qsa

The principles of equal opportunity employment will be upheld throughout this process. KBRS will also provide support in the recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] or communicate your needs to the recruitment professionals named within this advertisement