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Employment Opportunities

Chief Administrative Officer

Town of Daysland, Alberta

The Town of Daysland is recruiting a strong and experienced leader to fill the Chief Administrative Officer position. The Town of Daysland, population 818, is located 32 kilometres east of Camrose on Highway 13. As the education, medical and shopping center for a large mixed farming district, Daysland has a hospital, clinic, K to 12 school and a range of recreational facilities. It is a great place to live and work!

Reporting to the Mayor and Council, the CAO performs the duties and functions and exercises the powers assigned to the Chief Administrative Officer by Legislative enactments or as assigned by Council. The CAO is the administrative head of the municipality and ensures that the policies and programs of the municipality are implemented. The CAO oversees operational and financial management and advises Council on the operation and affairs of the municipality.

Your advanced degree in business, finance or public administration is complemented by years of related experience. Salary range is dependent upon qualifications and experience. An attractive benefit package is also provided. Application should contain a cover letter, full resume and three references. Applications are to be emailed to echow@daysland.com or mailed to P.O. BOX 610, Daysland, AB, T0B 1A0.

Municipal Clerk (Two Positions)

Town of Daysland, Alberta

The Town of Daysland is hiring two municipal clerk positions. Reporting to the Assistant CAO, or in his/her absence, the Town Manager/CAO, both position is required to work as directed in the coordination of administration and financial functions of the Town of Daysland.

Municipal Clerk I – Legislative Coordinator

Maintenance and administration of town administrative and legislative matters, including preparation of Council Agenda & Package, recording Council meeting and other meetings (such as SDAB) minutes, drafting letters and correspondence, updating town websites and newsletter. This position will also back up Municipal Clerk II and perform other duties as directed by the Assistant CAO or CAO.

Municipal Clerk II – Finance Officer

Maintenance and administration of town financial matters, including cash receipts, accounts receivables, accounts payables, tax and utility billings, invoices and payments, monthly financial statements, etc. This position will also back up Municipal Clerk I and perform other duties as directed by the Assistant CAO or CAO.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

Candidate must have:

· Minimum Grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent, preference will be given to candidates who have college or university education.

· Computer skills and understanding of various software applications

· Ability to complete work duties and assignments with minimal supervision.

· Ability to carry out written or oral instructions and maintain records where necessary

· Good Public Relations attitude.

· Familiar with Municipal Government Act (for Municipal Clerk I – Legislative Coordinator)

· Familiar with accounting software (for Municipal Clerk II – Finance Officer)

Salary range is dependent upon qualifications and experience. An attractive benefit package is also provided. Application should contain a cover letter, full resume and three references. Applications are to be emailed to echow@daysland.com or mailed to P.O. BOX 610, Daysland, AB, T0B 1A0.