Opportunity Profile Chief Financial

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1 Opportunity Profile Chief Financial Officer

2 City of Dawson Creek Chief Financial Officer Contents The Organization City of Dawson Creek 1 Corporate Vision 2 Mission Statement 2 Guiding Principles 2 The Opportunity Chief Financial Officer 4 Core Accountabilities & Responsibilities 4 Primary Duties 5 The Person 6 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 6 Key Competencies & Personal Characteristics 7 Compensation 8 To Apply 8 For Further Information 8

3 The Organization City of Dawson Creek Dawson Creek is a youthful and vibrant community that is strategically located in the centre of the sunny Peace Region in northeastern British Columbia. Also known as the Mile 0 City, referring to its location at the southernmost end of the Alaska Highway, Dawson Creek was incorporated as a City in 1958 and has solidified its agricultural economy, diversified its industry and expanded its retail and service sectors. Careful, deliberate planning for sustainable and responsible growth has prepared Dawson Creek for further development in both the City and in the region, and will ensure that Dawson Creek will continue to be a community of choice for future generations. So how do the 13,000+ residents describe Dawson Creek? First and foremost, a warm and welcoming community full of fun and opportunity! Dawson Creek is, without a doubt, a truly great place to work, play, live and invest. In 2014, the national Cities Journal rated Dawson Creek as the #1 Small City in Canada for its quality of life. For the arts and culture enthusiasts there are the iconic Calvin Kruk Centre for the Arts and the Dawson Creek Art Gallery. The South Peace Community Multiplex houses three incredible facilities: the Encana Events Centre which has hosted a multitude of world-class events ranging from the Under 17 World Hockey Challenge to big name shows such as KISS, Russell Peters and Luke Bryan; the Lakota Agri-plex, an impressive equestrian centre; and the Kenn Borek Aquatic centre that has an 8-lane lap pool, a leisure pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub and even a climbing wall. For even more activities, there are two ice arenas, a curling rink, numerous outdoor walking trails and multiple sports fields. AND then there are the quadding, snowmobiling, boating, skiing, hiking, fishing and golfing opportunities. Dawson Creek also has great public and private schools, a top-notch college, and a local hospital with transportation services for special medical needs. With an airport three minutes from downtown you can find daily flights to Vancouver if you ever feel the need to get away. But why would you when you are enjoying the crisp, sunny winters (winter precipitation totals around 25 mm/month) or the nearly unlimited sunshine of the summers with daylight of up to 17.5 hours. For even more information please take the time to check out the We Are Dawson Creek video. City of Dawson Creek - Chief Financial Officer - Opportunity Profile 1

4 Corporate Vision The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek will be a forward looking, honest, respectful, fair, accessible and collaborative government that prides itself on responsive fiscal stewardship and holds the trust and confidence of the community. Mission Statement The Corporate Mission of the City of Dawson Creek is to provide excellence in service and leadership that promotes a dynamic community within a healthy environment for all generations. Trust and Integrity We will have a reputation for acting with integrity and will earn the trust of our stakeholders by: Keeping promises. Pledging to align our actions with the guiding principles that support our vision. Modeling competence and anchoring behaviour on enduring values. Communicating with care and respect. Working to develop positive relationships. Sharing information in timely and comprehensive ways. Creativity We will foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and learning by: Encouraging cooperative and collaborative thinking. Supporting risk taking and challenging conventional practices. Employing open dialogue and wide input into decision making and planning. Including learning opportunities in all actions. Guiding Principles Inclusivity We will create an invitational climate by: Ensuring all individuals have equal access to services and opportunities for success. Seeking ways to reflect and celebrate the diversity of our community and ensuring physical accessibility. Engaging people in issues that directly affect them. Maintaining and strengthening our links to the First Nations, Aboriginal and Metis populations. Making literacy concerns a core component of communication strategies. Health We will optimize opportunities for healthy living by: Developing an environment free from undue risk. Providing opportunities to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Enhancing the cleanliness and aesthetic appearance of our community. Promoting physical activity. City of Dawson Creek - Chief Financial Officer - Opportunity Profile 2

5 Modern Economy We will strengthen the community s economic vitality by: Establishing a climate that encourages responsible economic development. Honouring small and big business partnerships and contributions. Focusing on and promoting the opportunities for economic development that are inherent in our community and region. Encouraging projects that serve the local community and enhance regional self sufficiency in areas such as power, general supply, and food. Lifestyle We will nurture engagement in a collective sense of belonging and contribution by: Celebrating arts, heritage and culture. Creating recreational opportunities. Providing opportunities for life-long learning. Optimizing transportation and movement around the city. Working to reduce crime rates and opportunities for crime in our community. Governance We will strive to make decisions that reflect the needs and desires of our community by: Providing opportunities for engaged, active citizens to help create and participate in developing solutions for pressing issues. Encouraging a wide range of agencies and citizens to take a meaningful role in decision-making. Excellence We will achieve excellence in all our endeavours by: Incorporating principles of excellence in all our actions. Developing shared goals to serve the long term interests of the community. Establishing appropriate measures of success and being accountable for the level of achievement of shared goals. The Environment We will demonstrate respect for the future of the earth by: Fostering recycling, reuse and reduced consumption. Promoting, demonstrating and using renewable energy. Advocating for the preservation of clean air, clean water and healthy land. City of Dawson Creek - Chief Financial Officer - Opportunity Profile 3

6 The Opportunity Chief Financial Officer Core Accountabilities & Responsibilities The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the City s financial planning, statutory and compliance reporting and administration of its financial affairs. As an integral member of the Senior Management Team, the CFO provides financial advice to the CAO, Council and staff on decisions integrating business modeling and forecasting, best practices, risk management, asset management and innovative approaches to long term planning and sustainable and effective service delivery. The CFO is responsible for all statutory duties of the Financial Officer as required under the Local Government Act and the Community Charter. City of Dawson Creek - Chief Financial Officer - Opportunity Profile 4

7 Primary Duties Oversees the City s financial planning processes and the development and preparation of the City s five year financial plan including operational and capital plans that align with Council s strategic plans. Provides strategic financial leadership and oversight for long term capital and infrastructure planning and asset management. Oversees the City s financial reporting systems, ensuring all compliance reporting requirements are completed in accordance with legislation, Council policy and/or other strategic plans and initiatives. Responsible for managing the annual audit and the preparation of the City s financial statements in accordance with legislative time frames. Ensures that accurate and timely information is provided to internal and external stakeholders for informed decision making. Prepares advisory reports as requested by the CAO and Council. Keeps the CAO advised of any financial issues that may affect the operations of the Municipality as necessary. Develops and administers the City s financial policies, procedures and programs to ensure strong internal controls are maintained over the City s resources. Undertakes internal audits as deemed necessary. Responsible for risk management and insurance related services including procurement services, stakeholder relations and claims processing. Responsible for IT system planning, reporting and operational management including contract management. Leads the activities of a highly successful Finance team to meet functional and corporate work objectives ensuring the effective use of staff and resources including recruitment; staff training and development; supervision; motivation; performance evaluation; and recommendations for promotion and termination. Provide a high level of service to the public ensuring public inquiries and complaints are handled promptly, effectively, efficiently and in a professional manner with courtesy. Works with the Senior Management team to establish the strategic direction for the City, provides leadership for department managers and supervisors throughout the organization and collaborates on corporate policy ensuring corporate consistency. Reviews the Collective agreement and administers the agreement accordingly. Provides input and assistance for collective agreement negotiations. Maintains current knowledge of developments in the fields of public administration and administrative and financial techniques and practices, and maintains awareness of political and legal developments. Attends professional development workshops and conferences to keep abreast of current trends and developments. Acts as Financial Signing Officer for the City. City of Dawson Creek - Chief Financial Officer - Opportunity Profile 5

8 The Person Are you passionate about providing first class services to the community? The City of Dawson Creek is looking for a motivated, strategic leader who shares the same passion, drive and determination as the City s already exceptional senior management team. That someone is an enthusiastic team player, results oriented, forward looking in his/her everyday approach and has the confidence and expertise to work with the CAO and the senior management team in implementing Council s vison and long term plans for the Community. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities A recognized financial designation is preferred - CPA (CGA, CA, CMA) or a Master s in Business Administration with a degree in Accounting, Business Management or Finance. Minimum five years of progressive post designation experience in strategic financial leadership, preferably in Local Government. Thorough knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards, the Community Charter, the Local Government Act and other legislative regulations. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite software and applications and local government financial software. Excellent financial analysis, strategic planning, fiscal and project management skills. Superior communication skills able to clearly convey and receive messages through multiple mediums utilizing effective listening, interpreting, formulating skills and delivering verbal, non-verbal, written, and/ or electronic messages. Strong, well developed organizational and time management skills. Excellent problem solving and judgement abilities able to reason and analyze data to accomplish work objectives; ability to emphasize logic and data when assessing situations and identifying choices and/or opportunities. Valid drivers licence. City of Dawson Creek - Chief Financial Officer - Opportunity Profile 6

9 Key Competencies & Personal Characteristics Leadership encourages a team approach, leading and collaborating to innovatively meet challenges and create opportunities; brings energy and passion to the work; sets an example for others; demonstrates a progressive management style and actively promotes the involvement and viewpoints of others. Strategic focuses resources to achieve the goals of the organization; sets objectives that are realistic but assertive; emphasizes corporate values, mission and long term goals rather than short-term objectives or perspectives. Interpersonal Skills effectively builds relationships with multiple complex and diverse stakeholders; handles relations with staff, the public, customers, suppliers, and others both inside and outside the organization in a way that conveys the message with tact and diplomacy; has a positive outlook and a sense of humour. Creativity and Innovation Encourages new ideas and innovations; shows personal willingness to embrace change; designs and implements new or cutting edge programs/processes. Self Confidence possesses confidence in own skills and abilities; able to make difficult and sometimes unpopular decisions and stand by them. Communication clearly presents written and verbal information; writes with clarity and purpose; communicates effectively in both positive and negative circumstances; listens well; able to present Council s and the team s Vision in a compelling manner. Client focused strives to provide superior public service; ensures customer needs are identified and addressed in a timely, respectful manner; encourages feedback on improving services. Integrity and honesty professional demeanor; consistently exhibits honesty and integrity; sets an example of professionalism and ethical propriety; holds self and others accountable for responsibilities. People Development Mentor and positive role model; encourages learning and development in self and others; able to teach, train, develop and otherwise improve the skills of others through effective coaching. City of Dawson Creek - Chief Financial Officer - Opportunity Profile 7

10 Compensation A competitive compensation package including an attractive base salary and excellent benefits will be provided. Further details will be available during the interview process. To Apply Please forward your resume in confidence to the City of Dawson Creek, A St., Box 150, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4G4 or via to resumes@dawsoncreek.ca (WORD or.pdf format) prior to 4:30 pm, May 31, Please quote Competition No For Further Information Contact: John MacArthur, Human Resources Manager Phone jmacarthur@dawsoncreek.ca Links: Financial Statements & SOFI Reports Financial Plan & Budget Information City of Dawson Creek Facebook page Community Profile & Investment Guide City of Dawson Creek - Chief Financial Officer - Opportunity Profile 8