Manager Municipal Accountability
Manager Municipal Accountability
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Closing Date: Closing Date: February 26, 2026
Salary: $3,806.46 to $5,122.39 bi-weekly ($99,348 to $133,694 / year)
Reporting to the Director, Municipal Sustainability and Accountability, the Manager, Municipal Accountability provides leadership support to the day-to-day operations of the Municipal Accountability Program (MAP) team.
This position oversees legislated inspections of municipalities to assess levels of legislative compliance with mandatory provisions specifically focused on the Municipal Government Act, and other significant legislation within the jurisdiction of the Minister of Municipal Affairs such as the Local Authorities Election Act, along with accompanying regulations.
This position is also responsible for the in-depth inspection and inquiry process from initiation to completion and any support or reporting tools for inspections, and for managing some appointments of official administrators to supervise municipalities.
The Manager, Municipal Accountability position supervises a team of four advisors and one analyst providing support, guidance, and coaching to enable the provision of effective and efficient client services.
Qualifications
Required:
- University degree in Public Administration, Law, or a related field relevant to the position.
- Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in a related role.
- Demonstrated experience leading and supervising a team.
- Proven ability to manage complex and sensitive matters with sound judgment and discretion.
- Strong knowledge and practical experience in public body procurement practices and contract management.
- Excellent public speaking, presentation, and written communication skills.
- Solid understanding of legal principles, including the principles of natural justice.
- Knowledge of municipal government operations, emerging trends, and industry best practices.
- Experience in policy development, analysis, and evaluation.
Equivalencies: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
- 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
- 1 year of experience for 1 year of education