General Manager of Community Infrastructure Services

General Manager of Community Infrastructure Services

Salary Range:$221,852.61 to $259,543.62 per annum

Department: Community Infrastructure Services
Initial Reporting Location: Tom Davies Square
Job Status: Permanent position
Number of Vacancies: 1
Affiliation: Non union

This position is eligible to work remotely on a part-time basis.

Main Function: The position is responsible to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) as a member of the Executive Leadership Team for the complete strategic leadership, direction, and operation of the Community Infrastructure Department for the City of Greater Sudbury (CGS), in support of the Community Infrastructure Business Plan.

Service Outcomes:
Ensure community infrastructure is well operated, maintained and renewed so that service objectives are achieved across time.
Ensure the Department is forward-thinking and using a collaborative approach that promotes modernization, innovation and excellence while leading effective change on service delivery and enhancements.
Lead policy and operational changes so that Council’s Strategic Plans are accomplished.

Characteristic Duties:
Under the general direction of the Chief Administrative Officer:

1. Provide leadership for each of the Department’s key services to deliver services at Council approved levels for the community, including Engineering Services, Linear Infrastructure Services, Water and Wastewater Treatment and Compliance Services, and Environmental Services.
2. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, contribute organizational leadership, model behaviours and shape decisions that produce a positive, collaborative work environment for all staff, in accordance with Council’s strategic priorities and the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
3. Prepare and execute an annual Community Infrastructure Business Plan covering all mandated services of the Department, in conjunction with the operating and capital budgeting processes.
4. Integrate and control the interactions between services in support of the Business Plan, and in accordance with CGS by-laws, policy and legislation.
5. Serve as the principal liaison and representative with the CAO and Council on all matters relating to the department’s existing operations and also in the planning of future anticipated requirements.
6. Represent CGS and liaise with special purpose bodies engaged in/interested in department activities, in support of the Business Plan.
7. Provide guidance and policy recommendations to the CAO and Council in reaching decisions on department services policies and programs for the short and long-term benefit of CGS.
8. Review relevant legislation and policy direction of the Provincial and Federal governments and ensure departmental compliance.
9. Monitor and analyze annual revenues and expenditures from approved Department budgets and provide regular and necessary updates to Council.
10. Implement and adopt enterprise risk management practices and mitigation measures as required for all department activities and services; regularly reporting to Council on same.
11. Deliver enterprise capital projects in compliance with enterprise capital project policies, by-laws, and principles of project management for all capital projects.
12. Ensure effective management of employees within the department and directly manage those reporting to the GM, including staff development, performance reviews, coaching/mentoring, succession planning and health and safety.
13. Enhance the organization’s ability to be an employer of choice and the city as an excellent place to work, live, visit, invest and play.
14. Act as CAO when so directed.
15. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable provincial legislation.
16. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education and Training:
University degree in a related discipline from a recognized university with Canadian accreditation.
Additional education initiatives to update and expand competencies.

Experience:
Minimum of ten (10) years of senior level experience in the management of large, unionized, and highly diversified public or private sector organizations. Four (4) years managing infrastructure services considered an asset.
An equivalent combination of education, credentials, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge Of:
CGS priorities, municipal government operations, applicable legislation, current trends and best practices.

Abilities To:
Understand stakeholder needs, build trust, manage resources, foster a healthy work environment, demonstrate communication skills, and lead change.

Personal Suitability:
Mental and physical fitness, high tolerance for change, emotional intelligence, and advanced interpersonal skills.

Language:
Excellent use of English; bilingualism (English-French) highly desirable.

Other Requirements:
May require the use of a personal or CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must possess a valid driver’s licence and acceptable driving record.

How To Apply:
If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online. We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

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All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.