Department of Environment and Local Government
Rural District Manager
Pay Band 5
2 Year term/Secondment
Open
Northwest and Restigouche Rural Districts

Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Local Government Division is the primary point of contact between GNB and local communities. With a vision of fostering vibrant and sustainable communities, the division provides support and advisory services to local governments and regional service commissions and is responsible for the administration of Rural Districts (RDs). The division consists of two branches: Regional Collaboration and Planning, which includes the Regional Collaboration and Provincial and Community Planning Units; and Community Finance, Local and Rural Governance which includes the Rural Districts, Local Governance, and Community Finance Units.

The Department of Environment and Local Government provides integrated stewardship through planning and management of land use, and waste management issues. It ensures effective enforcement of, and compliance with, environmental legislation and regulations and provides effective consultation and liaison with local governments, regional service commissions and Rural Districts on governance related issues.

What you will do
As a member of the Rural Districts team, you will be responsible for the management and administration of services provided to rural districts. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• liaising with various organizations and individuals including Rural District Advisory Councils, local governments, regional service commissions, Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) staff; fire service personnel, various community groups, staff of the Department of the Environment and Local Government and the public;
• administration and facilitation of rural district services including fire protection, street lighting, solid waste collection and disposal, recreational services etc.;
• preparing and monitoring annual rural district budgets and capital projects;
• approval of all expenditures for services;
• procurement of goods and services and negotiation and execution of contracts;
• developing cost and service-sharing agreements with other rural districts and local governments;
• providing consultative services to local governments and to regional service commissions;
• supporting, coordinating and participating in emergency planning, response and recovery activities;
• extensive travel throughout the region to meet with fire departments, stakeholders, Rural District Advisory Councils, EMO, other government departments, etc.;
• overseeing the coordination of and facilitating a variety of public meetings as required;
• evening and weekend work as required;
• analyses of issues and preparation of briefing notes and other documents; and

• other duties as assigned.

Work environment

• Office location: Variable - Grand Falls, Edmundston or Campbellton
• Office layout: Office
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30 (office schedule)
• We promote a scent-reducedenvironment.

Who you are
You are open to new challenges, solution-oriented and able to work within a fast-paced team environment. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team working towards common goals. You are concerned for the safety and wellbeing of New Brunswickers.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Essential qualifications
Bachelor degree in Business Administration or Public Administration, or a related discipline and a minimum of (5) five years of related program management experience, including experience providing services to the public, public policy development or budget preparation and administration of services on a municipal, regional or provincial level (i.e. solid waste management, fire service, police or emergency measures, transportation, etc.) and one (1) year of supervisory experience.

OR

High school diploma, with a diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution and a minimum of seven (7) years of related program management experience, including experience providing services to the public, public policy development or budget preparation and administration of services on a municipal, regional or provincial level (i.e. solid waste management, fire service, police or emergency measures, transportation, etc.) and one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Proficiency in working with Microsoft Office Suite, with particular emphasis on Excel.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Asset Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate one or more of the following:

• Demonstrated experience in public engagement;
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating public meetings and group discussions;
• Demonstrated experience in problem solving and conflict resolution.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

Operational Requirements

• Class 5 Drivers License to support travel throughout the region;
• Variable hours may be required

Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability.

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
• Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your resume.

Behavioural competencies

• Client Service Orientation;
• Effective Interactive Communication;
• Flexibility;
• Analytical Thinking/Judgment;
• Organizational Commitment;
• Relationship / Network Building and;
• Results Orientation.

Technical Competencies

• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications
• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Written Communication

Wage
Pay Band 5: $2,450 to $3,422 bi-weekly, based on 36.25 hours per week

The Department of Environment and Local Government Offers:

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, optional health and dental plans, Life Insurance, and participation in the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan;
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community;
• Departmental social committee.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we encourage applicants to apply on-line at: https://www.ere.gnb.ca or by email to [email protected] by July 9, 2024.

Department of Environment and
Local GovernmentP.O. Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
Telephone: 506-453-2690

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups.

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