Closing Date: Open till filled
Employer: Hamlet of Fort McPherson
Contact Email: supervisor@fortmcpherson.ca
Location: Fort McPherson, Northwest Territories

The Hamlet of Fort McPherson, Northwest Territories is seeking qualified individuals interested in the position of Senior Administrative Officer (SAO). Please note that the Hamlet is currently under Municipal Administration, references to Mayor and Council currently mean the Municipal Administrator. The SAO is the top senior management position that reports directly to the Mayor and Hamlet Council.  The SAO is responsible for oversight on all aspects of the Hamlet including Council operations, administration, municipal operations, planning, project management, and personnel.

The prospective SAO should have a relative degree from university or college and at least five years directly related experience in a municipal setting.  Equivalencies and experience will be considered.  The prospective SAO should have excellent hands on skills and knowledge in financial matters, municipal legislation, communications, human resources, project management, community and capital planning and development, and municipal operations. Knowledge of the Gwichin culture and language, Beaufort Delta, and Northwest Territories areas, and working and living in small communities would be considered an asset.

Salary will be commensurate and negotiable based on education and experience. Benefits include Northern Allowance, Northern Employees Benefits Service (NEBS) insurance plan and pension plan, and subsidized housing. General employment rules will be based on the Hamlet’s Employment Bylaw.

This position will remain open until filled.

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