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Job Title


Chief Administrative Officer


Company : The Rural Municipality of Taché


Location : Dufresne, Manitoba


Created : 2026-01-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Chief Administrative Ocer Employer: The Rural Municipality of Tach Location: Dufresne Application Deadline: February 13, 2026Job Description:Job Title: Chief Administrative Ocer Salary Range: $140,000 -$160,000.00 a yearDepartment: Administration Reports to: CouncilPosition Type: Full-time Closing Date: February 13, 2026Position SummaryThe Chief Administrative Ocer (CAO) is the administrative head of the municipality. The CAO works with senior leader ship to ensure ecient operations, regulatory compliance, and the achievement of strategic goals, and is accountable to Council for overall administration, nancial management, and human resources.The CAO oversees the implementation and delivery of Council-approved programs and services, ensuring they are pro vided eciently and eectively to residents and ratepayers. The CAO also serves as Councils principal advisor, ensuring Council is informed of its legislative responsibilities, authorities, and all information necessary to make informed munici pal decisions.Key Responsibilities:Provide overall leadership and administrative management in alignment with Councils goals andEnsure sound nancial stewardship, including development and management of operating and capitalOversee municipal departments and operations, including public works, utilities, solid waste, nance, planning and development, recreation, community services, andFoster eective communication and collaboration among Council, sta, residents, stakeholders, and other levels of government.Ensure compliance with all municipal, provincial, and federal legislation andLead, mentor, and manage sta to promote professionalism, accountability, and highOversee infrastructure projects, economic development initiatives, and service deliveryServe as the principal advisor to Council, providing research, analysis, and recommendations on policy and opera tionalPromote transparency, public engagement, and community involvement in localRepresent the Municipality in dealings with external agencies, community organizations, and businessQualications and ExperiencePost-secondary degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Commerce, Political Science, or a related municipal eld.Certicate in Manitoba Municipal Administration considered anMinimum of ve years of progressive leadership experience in municipal government or a related sector, or anequivalent combination of education and experience.Strong nancial management and budgetingProven ability to lead and manage diverseExcellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagementStrategic thinker with the ability to implement innovativeExperience in economic development, planning, or infrastructure management is anHow to ApplySubmit a resume and cover letter to or by mail to 28007 Mun Road 52N, Dufresne, MB R5K 0N7.Learn more about this exciting opportunity and a complete job description, visit us at thank all applicants; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Reasonable accommodationsare available throughout the hiring process.The Rural Municipality of Tach is committed to building a diverse workforce reective of the community we serve. Ap plications are encouraged from underrepresented groups, including Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals, and Newcomers. Applicants are welcome to self-identify. #J-18808-Ljbffr