Senior Administrative Officer – Glenmore-Ellison Improvement District

Glenmore-Ellison Improvement District (GEID) is an independent Public Water Utility providing water to approximately 18,000 people in Kelowna, BC and parts of the Regional District of Central Okanagan. As a member of the Joint Water Committee and one of five water purveyors within the City of Kelowna, GEID primarily services the Glenmore Valley in Kelowna, as well as the Ellison area of the Regional District. In addition, GEID also provides well & creek water to the Ellison area, servicing approximately 600 residents.

This is the chief executive position for the District, serving as the primary advisor to the 5 member Board of Trustees and providing strategic leadership to ensure the District is operated in a responsible and sustainable manner. The successful candidate will coordinate and review new development within the District, plan and implement the Districts annual budget and Capital works projects, develop asset management approaches, emergency response, and other plans regarding infrastructure and the provision of water. This position is responsible to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Interior Health Authority, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, The Local Government Act and Provincial Improvement District Manual.

This candidate will possess financial insight, intuitive political judgment, and an understanding of basic engineering development and designs, environmental approvals and permitting. The position also requires an individual who is hands on and possesses excellent interpersonal skills and the necessary adaptability and flexibility to liaise with various government representatives, lawyers, engineers, suppliers, contractors, the media and the public. The ideal candidate will have experience in local government issues, with a combination of strong academic credentials, and proven management and leadership qualities.

A strong commitment to excellence in customer service and service delivery is critical.

A competitive compensation package is offered, dependent upon experience and qualifications.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply in confidence for the position of GEID Administrator, no later than Monday, November 27, 2017 with a detailed resume, covering letter and references to:

Glenmore-Ellison Improvement District
445 Glenmore Road, Kelowna BC, V1V 1Z6
Email: chrism@answersforhr.com

We thank all candidates; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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