Municipality of North Middlesex - Chief Administrative Officer
Middlesex, County of
About this job
The Chief Administrative Officer reports to Council and provides advice and support to the Mayor and Council for efficient management of the Municipality of North Middlesex, developing and implementing policies and strategies in accordance with the Municipal Act.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide effective advice and support to Mayor and Council
- Develop and implement policies and strategies addressing Municipality needs
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation
- Manage Municipality operations efficiently and effectively
Qualifications
- University degree in Business, Public Administration, or relevant discipline
- Minimum 5 years municipal government experience or equivalent private-sector experience
- Strong knowledge of legislation and policy relating to municipal government
- Proven success developing and implementing strategic and operational business plans
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, administrative, conflict resolution, and analytical skills
At a glance
- Full-time position
- 40 hours per week
- Salary: $161,408.00 to $188,843.00 annually
- Closing date: Monday, November 16, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
- Location: Municipality of North Middlesex, Southwestern Ontario
- Submit cover letter and resume electronically by closing date
Summarized from the official posting. See the full posting below or apply for complete details.
Full posting
Municipality of North Middlesex - Chief Administrative Officer Department Administration Closing Date Mon, 11/16/2026 - 16:30 Employment Type Full-time Overview Located in Southwestern Ontario, the Municipality of North Middlesex serves a population of 6,700. Being conveniently positioned along main routes from more urbanized areas (20-minute drive to London and under one hour to Sarnia) to key travel, recreation, and tourism destinations (just minutes from Lake Huron and the Pinery Provincial Park). North Middlesex offers a close-knit, friendly and safe community, offering a great place to live, work and play. Having a history that is firmly rooted in agriculture and farming, our mission is to lead, live and invest in a dynamic, inclusive community. North Middlesex is known for its diversified, export-focused agricultural sector; two vibrant downtown commercial centres underpinned by small business and entrepreneurship; and ongoing residential and employment growth supporting an increase in population and economic opportunity. Reporting to Council, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) will provide effective advice and support to the Mayor and Council in maintaining the efficient and effective management of the Municipality of North Middlesex. The CAO will provide effective advice and support to the Mayor and Council in developing and implementing policies and strategies that address the needs of the Municipality of North Middlesex as per the Municipal Act. Authority from Council, its by-laws, resolutions, management practices, strategic plans and other expressions of corporate resolve. Ensures compliance with all relevant legislation. Compensation: The compensation for this position is $161,408.00 to $188,843.00 annually (40 hours per week). Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Business, Public Administration or relevant discipline, and a minimum of five (5) years of experience working in a municipal government environment, or equivalent private-sector experience. With a strong knowledge of legislation and policy as they relate to municipal government, you will bring a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory framework that guides municipal operations and decision-making, along with proven success developing and implementing strategic and operational business plans. As the ideal candidate, you will bring excellent interpersonal, leadership, administrative, conflict resolution, time management and analytical skills, fostering collaboration, communication, teamwork, and a demonstrated commitment to the empowerment, development and mentoring of staff. As a strategic, trusted and innovative leader with a proven ability to champion and successfully implement change, you will bring a proven ability to translate vision and strategy into tangible results and outcomes, alongside demonstrated municipal financial, human resources and administration experience. Additional details and a full job description are available at www.northmiddlesex.on.ca How to apply Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume electronically by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, November 16, 2026, to @email Attachments Job Advertisement - CAO
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Closes November 16, 2026
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