Job Description:

The Municipality of Two Borders is seeking an experienced, detail oriented and dynamic Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to lead its municipal administration and support Council in delivering effective governance and services to approximately 1,120 residents in southwestern Manitoba.

Formed on January 1, 2015, through the amalgamation of the former RMs of Albert, Arthur and Edward, the Municipal of Two Borders is a rural municipality with a strong agricultural base, oil industry presence, and diverse outdoor recreation. The municipality is comprised of the communities of Bede, Broomhill, Coulter, Elva, Lyleton, Pierson and Tilston which are rooted in a proud rural tradition and strong community values.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to Council, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) serves as the senior administrative leader of the Municipality. The CAO is responsible for the overall management and coordination of municipal operations in accordance with The Municipal Act and all other applicable legislation.

This role provides executive leadership across all departments and ensures effective governance, organizational performance, and delivery of municipal services aligned with Council’s strategic direction.

The CAO is accountable for financial stewardship, policy implementation, human resource leadership, and the execution of both operational and strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

The CAO will:

• Provide overall leadership and direction for municipal operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and implementation of Council decisions
• Advise Council on policy, strategy, operations, financial matters, and emerging issues
• Lead the development and execution of long-term strategic and operational plans
• Oversee fiscal management, including preparation and administration of an annual budget exceeding $7 million
• Ensure transparent, accurate and accountable financial reporting and controls
• Provide executive oversight of human resources, including recruitment, performance, management, compensation, and organizational development
• Lead, mentor, and develop department heads and senior staff while supporting succession planning and organizational capacity building
• Foster a high-performance organizational culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Lead policy development, administrative systems, and corporate governance processes
• Support land use planning, economic development initiatives, procurement, and major municipal projects
• Act as the key liaison between Council, staff, residents, government agencies, and external stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong intergovernmental and community relationships
• Identify and recommend innovative initiatives, programs, and opportunities for Council consideration

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Significant senior leadership experience in municipal administration or a related public sector setting
• Strong in Human Resource Management
• Thorough understanding of municipal governance, legislation, and financial management
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to lead teams, manage change, and strengthen organizational effectiveness
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
• Strong strategic thinking and operational execution abilities
• Preferred knowledge of the ASYST 365 program
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365
• Post-secondary education in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Certified Manitoba Municipal Administrator (CMMA) designation is considered an asset

Compensation

The Municipality of Two Borders offers a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, salary expectation and references by July 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM to Reeve Sandra Clark at Sandrac@twoborders.ca

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for consideration will be contacted.