Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Ottawa, Canada Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking a Chief Administrative Officer to connect elected leadership with municipal administration and turn strategic priorities into measurable results. The role leads organizational planning, sustainable growth, corporate operations, and service delivery, ensuring infrastructure and services keep pace with community needs. Responsibilities include advising senior elected officials, strengthening governance and organizational performance, and improving policies, processes, and customer service. The CAO also oversees long-term budgeting, capital planning, financial controls, procurement, and risk management, while building a cohesive leadership team and fostering meaningful public engagement. Candidates should hold a postsecondary degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field, and have strong knowledge of municipal governance, legislation, and public administration. Senior leadership experience in a growing municipality or similarly complex organization is required, along with experience managing the demands of growth. The role calls for proven expertise in strategic planning, financial management, and organizational leadership, as well as exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Strong political judgment, collaborative and emotionally intelligent leadership, and the ability to build trust, accountability, and timely decision-making are essential.
Functions:
- Operations
About the Company
Well-established municipality
Industry
Government Administration
Type
Government Agency
employees
51-200