General Manager of Infrastructure and Planning Services

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the General Manager of Infrastructure and Planning Services is responsible for managing, directing, coordinating and supervising the delivery of service in the areas of Transportation, Public Works, and Planning. The area of Transportation includes the County roadway infrastructure, bridge structures, Jasper/Hinton Airport and the County drainage system. The area of Public Works includes water treatment and distribution systems, wastewater collection and treatment systems, solid waste management including the West Yellowhead Regional Landfill Authority, and physical plants. The area of Planning includes all land planning and development functions.

The incumbent works reasonably independently within established guidelines and parameters on a variety of assigned tasks and must have a strong working knowledge of the maintenance and operation of a variety of field equipment, water treatment and sewage lagoon facilities, transfer sites, as well as land planning and development. The incumbent must be fully conversant with road construction and maintenance practices. The incumbent is required to prioritize workloads and apply a general knowledge of the department to respond to general and routine inquiries regarding the department’s operation.

The boundaries of Yellowhead County are situated one hour west of the City of Edmonton and extend west to Jasper National Park and surround the towns of Edson and Hinton. With a population of just over 10,000 people, Yellowhead County offers an uncluttered mix of agricultural, industrial/commercial, residential and recreational uses.

This position has a residency requirement. Due to the nature of the position the successful candidate is expected to live within 1 hour of the Administration Office (Edson).

The salary range is $135,603 - $171,637 per year. At Yellowhead County, we value our employees and are committed to providing a great work environment to our employees including a competitive benefits package.

Closing date June 3, 2022.

To apply please submit resumes online, on our web page https://yhcounty.ca/jobs/

Key Responsibilities Include:

Position Responsibilities

Managerial

Manage and report on compliance with the strategic plan approved by County Council.

Prepare and submit annual operating and capital budgets.

Manage expenditure control within established County policies and approved operating and capital budgets for all areas of responsibility.

Implement the work programs and policies as approved by County Council for the area of responsibility.

Prepare operational, statistical and financial reports for the CAO for the area of responsibility.

Prepare submissions to County Council for consideration and decision.

Implement and maintain standard operating and administrative policies and procedures for the area of responsibility.

Establish and evaluate performance measures for the area of responsibility.

Evaluate and prepare policy recommendations for CAO for the area of responsibility.

Ensure all work is carried out in a manner consistent with legislation and or existing bylaws or directives.

Responds to public and Council complaints and inquiries.

Liaises with consultants and contractors for the establishment of operational and capital contracts.
Transportation

Manage the inventory of bridges located in the County to ensure safe vehicular traffic movement.

Manage the maintenance and operation of the Jasper/Hinton Airport.

Manage the maintenance of the County road infrastructure to provide for safe and efficient movement of vehicular traffic.

Manage the construction of the County road infrastructure and bridge structure capital projects to ensure compliance with the accepted or specified standards.

Research new technology, products or innovative techniques.

Negotiate in the acquisition of required land for road construction.

Water and Wastewater Systems

Manage the construction of the County water and wastewater infrastructure to ensure compliance with accepted or specified standards.

Negotiate in the acquisition of required land or easements for service installations.

Solid Waste Management

Manage and negotiate contracts for service with outside suppliers.

Oversee the West Yellowhead Regional Landfill Authority in the roll of its operating partner through the Solid Waste Manger.

Investigate alternatives for partnership.

Planning

Oversee the management and provision of all planning and development functions within the County through the Manager of Planning and Development.

Facilities and Fleet

Implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs and life cycle programs for the County structures.

Manage the operation and maintenance of County owned structures and fleet.

Implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs and life cycle programs for the County vehicle and equipment fleet.

Staff Responsibilities

Manage the human resources assigned to the areas of responsibility within established policies and procedures, through the supervision of the following direct reports:

Assistant Director of Infrastructure Services

Manager of Transportation Services

Manager of Planning and Development

Solid Waste Manager

Utilities Supervisor

Infrastructure Administrative Assistant

Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity, and teamwork.

Participate in the hiring of all employees within the areas of responsibilities and recommend action to the Chief Administrative Officer.

Ensure all work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner.

Coordinates with all direct reports to ensure that adequate staff training and resources are in place, and utilized effectively, to meet the service delivery standards of Infrastructure and Planning Services and Yellowhead County.

Foster a working environment focused on continuous improvement and customer service.

Perform annual staff evaluations.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Skills

University degree in a related field, or equivalent education and experience.

Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) certification.

Minimum of five years’ experience at the Director, or General Manager level.

Minimum of five years’ experience in the implementation and monitoring of capital construction projects.

Extensive knowledge of modern construction practices in the area of transportation, water, wastewater, solid waste management, and facilities.

Attributes

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Ability to maintain confidentiality with respect to all matters pertaining to Yellowhead County.

Have exceptional analytical, leadership, presentation, and communication skills.

Permanent Residency Requirement

Due to the nature of the position the successful candidate must live within one hour of the County’s Administration Office (Edson).
2716 – 1 Avenue
Edson, AB.
T7E 1N9

Preferred Qualifications

Education/Skills

University degree in a related field, or equivalent education and experience.

Registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Alberta.

Minimum of ten years experience at the Director, or General Manager level.

Minimum of ten years experience in the implementation and monitoring of capital construction projects.

Extensive knowledge of modern construction practices in the area of transportation, water, wastewater, solid waste management, and facilities.

Working Environment

Work is conducted predominantly in an office environment.

Must be willing to work additional hours as required to meet peak workload and public meeting needs.

The pressures of dealing with multiple issues at any given time is moderate/high in intensity.

The visual attention is high in intensity - preparing policy, spreadsheets, and reports.

Additional Job Information:

Salary Range: The salary range is $135,603 - $171,637 per year.
Position Type: Executive - General Manager
Posted Date: May 09, 2022
Closing Date: June 03, 2022
Job ID: COMPETITION NO. 22-026