If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

The Leader, Municipal Boards and Governance directs a team of staff to deliver on section, division, business unit, and corporate initiatives and projects. Primary Duties include:

• Manage the operations of three Tribunals: the Calgary Assessment Review Board (ARB), the Calgary Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB), and the License and Community Standards Appeal Board (LCSAB). Ensure that processes and procedures respect and protect the independence of tribunals and their decision-making from City Administration.
• Lead the Municipal Boards and Governance Section team including staff development, coaching, and direction on service delivery.
• Supervise staff including recruitment, selection, orientation, evaluation, training, development, performance management and discipline up to and including termination.
• Ensure that the legislative activities related to City Boards, Commissions and Committees (BCCs), as defined in the Municipal Government Act and various City of Calgary Bylaws, Policies and Council resolutions, are in place, are functioning effectively and are supported.
• Provide analysis and support for ongoing and new strategic planning initiatives and provide strategic advice and recommendations on BCC governance matters. Identify short, medium, and long-term goals and strategies and provide support and guidance in their implementation.
• Prepare and manage the budget of three tribunals (ARB, SDAB and LCSAB), including facilities, equipment, information technology and staffing resources.
• Evaluate and prepare submissions for One Calgary service plans and budgets, and related budget adjustments to support the Appeals and Tribunal, and Council and Committee Service lines.
• Make recommendations to the Deputy City Clerk on appropriate remuneration and long-term fee schedules for operation of three tribunals.
• Represent the City Clerk at meetings of Council and Committees as the meeting clerk and providing legislative process advice to the Chair and Members (City Council/Committee) on the public record while taking into consideration legislation, bylaws, and policy in a busy and complex environment.
• Ensure debate and decisions are conducted according to proper procedure and legislation, providing clear, consistent, trusted, and accurate legislative process advice to Council, Council Committees and Administration, having regard for politically sensitive, confidential, and complex Corporate or Council matters.

Qualifications

• A degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Communication, Technical Communication, or another related field.
• At least 8 years of progressively more responsible and diversified leadership experience working in a public sector environment or equivalent multi-disciplinary organization.
• Experience working with municipal legislation and in a direct supervisory role is required.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines, think strategically and to lead and implement change.
• Strong organizational, decision making, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Understanding of effective team leadership principles and creative thinking.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Note: Please note all exempt positions at The City are undergoing a compensation review. This means the union jurisdiction and/or salary range listed here may change. Tell me more.

Union: Exempt

Position Type: 1 Permanent

Compensation: Level F $94,168 - $144,228 per annum

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Business Unit: City Clerk's Office

Location: 1212, 31 Avenue N.E.

Days of Work: This position works a 5 day work

week, earning 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.

Apply at calgary.ca/careers by: [UPDATED] February 3, 2025