Summer Villages Parkland Beach and Gull Lake
Career Opportunity
Assistant Chief Administrative Officer
The Summer Village of Parkland Beach is located on the north shores of Gull Lake, and the Summer Village of Gull Lake is located on the south shore of Gull Lake. Gull Lake is approximately 15 km west of the City of Lacombe via Hwy 12 within Lacombe and Ponoka Counties and both summer villages are home to permanent and seasonal residents.
The Summer Villages are seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Chief Administrative Officer under a combined services agreement to manage both Summer Villages. The ideal candidate will have prior employment in municipal administration and/or management experience in a related field.
Position
As Assistant CAO for the Summer Village of Parkland Beach and the Summer Village of Gull Lake, you will play a significant role assisting the current CAO and both Councils in achieving the strategic objectives, overall planning, coordination, and control of all municipal operations in accordance with all applicable bylaws, policies, and statutory requirements.
The incumbent CAO will be retiring in January 2026 and, following a successful 3-month probationary period, the Assistant CAO will be appointed by the Councils to the position of full-time CAO.
Qualifications
Interested applicants should possess the following qualifications:
- Post-secondary education in Local Government Administration, Business, Public Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a senior leadership role.
- Municipal Government experience is preferred.
- A proven record of working with elected officials, local government staff, and community stakeholders.
- Proven experience with budgeting, accounting, and fiscal management.