REGION OF DURHAM - COMMISSIONER, CORPORATE SERVICES - Jobs in Goderich, ON

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Commissioner, Corporate ServicesRegion of DurhamThe Region of Durham, dedicated to maintaining outstanding standards of service, relies on the expertise andcommitment of its employees. Durham is one of Ontario’s fastest growing areas to live, work and play, with a populationof nearly 700,000 people in some of Ontario’s most beautiful settings. Home to three post-secondary institutions, anestablished energy cluster, a strong transportation network, and a wide range of industrial and commercial properties,Durham’s economy is more innovative and resilient than ever.Reporting into the Chief Administrative Officer, the Commissioner, Corporate Services is accountable for providingdirection for the development and implementation of strategic plans for human resources, information technology, councilsecretariat and municipal clerk functions, and the myDurham311 – Service Durham functions. As the Commissioner, youwill be responsible for ensuring that these initiatives are progressive, represent best practices, and are aligned with thevision, mission and values of the corporation. The Commissioner ensures that internal and external customers are providedwith high quality services/programs, and that policies are consistent with the Corporate Strategic Plan. The Commissionerwill direct the human and budget resources for each of these functional areas, and provide expert advice to the ChiefAdministrative Officer, Department Heads, and Regional Council. You are someone who will embody and advocate for theRegion’s mission, vision and corporate values and nurture a culture of change.The ideal candidate will come with a degree in a related discipline such as Commerce or Business Administration. You willhave ten years of senior management experience with respect to leading a large and complex portfolio, strategic businessplanning, and innovation within a public sector multi-union environment. Demonstrated knowledge of applicablelegislation, collective agreement principles and interpretation, bargaining strategies and trends, how public sectoremployers operate, and their unique relationships to elected Council. Extensive knowledge of relevant public sectorministries, industry practices, policies, and procedures. An understanding of human resources, information technology,client-centric service models and legislative services and trends from a macro level.The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and allapplicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtsonand the Region of Durham throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.To explore this opportunity further, please contact Diana Rucchin at diana.rucchin@odgersberndtson.com or submit yourresume and letter of interest online to https://www.odgersberndtson.com/en/careers/18412 by October 10th, 2022.odgersberndtson.com 1Quick Apply

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