General Manager and Clerk-Treasurer

Our customer

The Municipality of Sayabec is currently seeking an individual to fill the position of Director General and Treasurer-Clerk. Located in the Matapedia Valley, the Municipality of Sayabec has a population of 1,700, and boasts exceptional natural beauty and wildlife.

Your role

Reporting to the municipal council, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing, evaluating and controlling all municipal activities in accordance with the objectives and priorities determined by the municipal council, in compliance with the law and the Municipal Code. You will be responsible for following up on Council decisions concerning various programs, projects and policies. Focused on solutions and results, you will be a strategic manager with excellent communication and political skills. More specifically, you will :

• Plan, organize, direct and control all municipal activities;
• Provide strategic advice to City Council members;
• Contribute to strategic planning in collaboration with Board members and develop the resulting action plans;
• Plan and actively participate in council meetings;
• Prepare minutes, public notices and manage tendering processes;
• Implement the orientations and decisions approved by Board members;
• Complete management of the municipality's budget;
• Manage financial, material, information and human resources;
• Prepare budget forecasts and three-year capital program with Board members;
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations;
• Suggest available grants and coordinate applications for financial assistance;
• Study and prepare draft by-laws;
• Ensure communications between the municipal council, citizens and municipal employees;
• Ensure compliance with the rules and policies of the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct;
• Work with key local players and identify partnership opportunities;
• Propose efficient, innovative and modern solutions;
• Maintain and develop harmonious relations with citizens, employees and other groups, associations or partners;
• Carry out any other mandates or tasks entrusted to you by the Municipal Council.

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public management or other relevant training;
• At least 5 years' experience in strategic management and human resources management;
• Demonstrated financial and project management skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt well;
• Demonstrate leadership, communication and change management skills;
• Knowledge of trade union circles;
• Knowledge of the municipal sector (asset);
• Proficiency in Office suite;
• Knowledge of PG software (asset);
• Strategic vision and inspirational leadership;
• Analytical and synthesizing skills;
• A strong commitment to continuous improvement in customer service and internal processes.

What we offer

• A permanent management position;
• Scheduled start date: March 18, 2024;
• Attractive working conditions, including sick leave, pension plan, group insurance and vacation time.

Interested parties should forward their curriculum vitae and cover letter by February 16, 2024 to the attention of Ms. Catherine Doucet by e-mail at doucet.catherine@rcgt.com.

We thank all those who apply. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.