Assistant Chief Administrative Officer

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.

Key Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the CAO, the Assistant CAO will assist with managing day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of success in municipal government, with expertise in managing budgets, leading teams, and working collaboratively. The candidate will possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to build positive relationships with the CAO and Summer Village staff.

We are seeking a candidate who:

• Demonstrates a high degree of personal initiative, organizational skills, reliability, professionalism and respect.
• Possesses excellent time management skills and can balance multiple priorities and jobs.
• Can evaluate and determine priority of all tasks.
• Can maintain professionalism and confidentiality with all political and sensitive matters.
• Has excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Has strong interpersonal skills to assist effectively with the public.
• Has strong computer and technology skills, including knowledge of Microsoft 365 Programs.
• Will attend all meetings of Council, Committees of Council, and other meetings as may be required.

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. 

   

Requirements

Interested applicants are invited to submit their detailed resume, outlining education, skills, experience, and salary expectations, along with at least 2 references, to the undersigned.

Summer Village of Parkland Beach

Box 130

Rimbey, AB 

T0C 2J0

Or by email to:  [email protected]

Closing date for applications is Monday, September 8, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is found. 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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