General Director And Clerk-treasurer

Description:

La Municipalité de Béarn, a charming rural locality in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region, is seeking a General Director and Clerk-Treasurer to ensure administrative continuity and provide strategic leadership. The successful candidate will manage the Municipality's administrative, financial, and operational functions in compliance with the Quebec Municipal Code and related laws.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the administrative, financial, and operational aspects of the Municipality.

• Develop budget forecasts, monitor them, and advise the municipal council on financial orientations.

• Plan, prepare, and ensure the follow-up of municipal council meetings, including writing minutes, regulations, public notices, and other official documents.

• Supervise municipal employees and foster a healthy and motivating work environment.

• Implement council decisions and make informed recommendations to support decision-making.

• Act as a liaison between the council, citizens, regional partners, and government bodies.

• Manage human, material, informational, and financial resources.

• Ensure compliance with bidding processes, contracts, and internal policies.

• Represent the Municipality at various committees, regional events, and activities.

• Implement planning, accountability, and municipal performance tracking tools.

• Perform other duties related to the function.

Qualifications:

• Relevant experience of at least 3 years in a leadership role, ideally in a municipal setting.

• Knowledge of municipal legal and regulatory frameworks (Quebec Municipal Code, Cities and Towns Act, etc.).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and municipal management software (e.g., PG Solutions – an asset).

• Fluent in French (oral and written).

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and diplomatic skills.

• Excellent political awareness and the ability to work with elected officials.

• Strong communication, organization, and priority management skills.

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary context and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Autonomous, rigorous, and professional integrity.

Working Conditions:

• Permanent full-time position (35 hours/week).

• Competitive salary and benefits based on experience and skills.

• Flexible working hours, with required presence during council meetings and occasional activities.

• Start date: To be discussed.