Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director, Municipal Sustainability and Accountability, the Manager, Municipal Accountability provides leadership support to the day-to-day operations of the Municipal Accountability Program (MAP) team.

This position oversees legislated inspections of municipalities to assess levels of legislative compliance with mandatory provisions specifically focused on the Municipal Government Act, and other significant legislation within the jurisdiction of the Minister of Municipal Affairs such as the Local Authorities Election Act, along with accompanying regulations.

This position is also responsible for the in-depth inspection and inquiry process from initiation to completion and any support or reporting tools for inspections, and for managing some appointments of official administrators to supervise municipalities.

The Manager, Municipal Accountability position supervises a team of four advisors and one analyst providing support, guidance, and coaching to enable the provision of effective and efficient client services. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Provide leadership, expertise and support to five staff members.
• Oversee a team who acts as the primary point of contact on matters of municipal compliance with legislation in administrative and governance processes and procedures.  
• Develop policies and procedures for delivering and evaluating processes for the review and enhancement of municipal operations across the province and ensure municipalities are offered appropriate support and resources for attaining legislative compliance, while making sure that inspections are handled with a quasi-judicial focus so that procedural fairness and legislation requirements are met.
• Lead complex and/or high-profile projects, such as municipal inspections, inquiries and official administrator appointments.
• Ensure proper processes and project management strategies are in place to meet legislative requirements, mitigate any litigation exposure, maintain the program integrity and facilitate public confidence in the ministry’s role of enhancing the overall accountability of municipalities.
  
  

Please click on this LINK to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Below is a list of the APS Competencies to assist you:

• Systems Thinking: You anticipate outcomes and potential impacts across interrelated areas and will factor this into planning.
• Drive for Results: Sets and accomplishes goals and priorities to deliver outcomes consistent with Government direction, departmental objectives and public expectations. Factors in the complexity of issues, and strategically aligns decisions and plans based on values, outcomes and broader organizational needs.
• Creative Problem Solving: Breaks down problems, undertakes appropriate research and investigation and draws on experiences to solve problems. For example, suggesting improvements to current processes and identifying efficiencies.
• Building Collaborative Environments: You anticipate outcomes and potential impacts across interrelated areas and will factor this into planning.
• Agility: Identifies and manages required change and the associated risks
• Develop Self and Others: Develops own career and reduces barriers for others. Seeking out learning and knowledge-sharing opportunities
  
  

These competencies are critical for success in this role and demonstrating them will be key during the recruitment process.

Qualifications

Required: 

• University degree in Public Administration, Law, or a related field relevant to the position.
• Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in a related role.
• Demonstrated experience leading and supervising a team.
• Proven ability to manage complex and sensitive matters with sound judgment and discretion.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in public body procurement practices and contract management.
• Excellent public speaking, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Solid understanding of legal principles, including the principles of natural justice.
• Knowledge of municipal government operations, emerging trends, and industry best practices.
• Experience in policy development, analysis, and evaluation.

Equivalency:  Directly related education or experience considered based on:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; OR
• 1 year of experience for 1 year education 

Assets:

• Expert knowledge of provincial legislation applicable to municipalities, including the Municipal Government Act, the Access to Information Act, and related regulations, with particular emphasis on the respective roles and responsibilities of Council and Administration.
• Strong understanding of effective governance and management practices within a local government environment, including administrative operations, procedures, and legislative compliance.
• Completion of the National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (Level II) or an equivalent certification.
• Demonstrated experience in contract management and public sector procurement processes.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.  Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Term of Employment: Permanent full-time position.
Hours of Work:  36.25 hours per week
Location:  Edmonton 

Candidates may be required to participate in a written assessment as part of the screening process.

Final candidates will be required to undergo security screening.

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. 

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.