Director of Corporate Services

Director of Corporate Services

Job Type: Executive Opportunities

Organization: Town of Westlock

Closing Date: April 30, 2025

Job Description: Are you a strategic leader with a passion for finance, innovation, and public service? The Town of Westlock is looking for a dynamic Director of Corporate Services to join our Senior Leadership Team.

Located just under an hour northwest of Edmonton, Westlock is a thriving rural hub where innovation, ambition, and collaboration thrive. With a solid foundation and a clear vision for the future, we invite you to help us build on the momentum and shape what comes next.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Director of Corporate Services provides strategic and operational leadership for the Town’s Finance and Information Technology functions. This role is responsible for long-term financial sustainability, sound fiscal stewardship, technology planning, and service innovation. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will help guide corporate strategy and ensure the effective delivery of services aligned with Council’s priorities and the needs of our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial operations of the Town, including budgeting, taxation, assessment, reserve planning, reporting, and treasury.
• Oversee the IT function, including infrastructure, security, vendor management, and digital transformation strategies.
• Prepare operating and capital budgets, financial forecasts, and year-end audit working papers in accordance with public sector accounting standards.
• Support corporate initiatives and represent the Town in regional and provincial financial and IT forums.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to departmental staff.
• Collaborate with other departments to promote effective service delivery and organizational improvement.
• Participate in emergency management and ensure health, safety, and risk management practices are in place.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA – CGA, CMA, or CA).
• 8+ years of progressively responsible and supervisory experience in finance or municipal administration.
• Experience with financial planning, property taxation, assessment, and investment management.
• Familiarity with the Municipal Government Act and public sector financial reporting.
• Experience overseeing IT functions.
• Working knowledge of municipal software systems and strong technical skills.
• NACLAA Level I and II considered an asset.
• A commitment to accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

Why Westlock? Westlock offers the best of both worlds—rural charm and community spirit with quick access to major urban amenities. The Town of Westlock offers a collaborative and innovative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to a vibrant and growing community. If you’re looking for a career where you can shape the future of a community and leave a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you!

The Town of Westlock offers a competitive salary and excellent employee benefit program including Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP). Satisfactory background screening is required for this position including a criminal record check, and 5-year drivers abstract upon acceptance of the position.

Questions: Please call Simone Wiley, Chief Administrative Officer, 780-349-4444.

Apply today and be part of our dedicated team: Join the Town of Westlock and help us build a prosperous and sustainable future! If you're ready to take on a senior leadership role in a community that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration, we want to hear from you.

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The Town of Westlock thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Return

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and, if available, a portfolio showcasing your relevant experience and qualifications, along with three references, in confidence to:

Town of Westlock
10003-106 Street
Westlock, Alberta T7P 2K3
Phone: 780-349-4444
Fax: 780-349-4436
Email: employment@westlock.ca