Legislative Services Manager
- AB, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in legislative services, municipal governance, or policy development.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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Aplin is seeking a dedicated and experienced Legislative Services Manager to oversee legislative, regulatory, and governance functions for our client located in Campbell River. This role requires a strong understanding of legislative processes, policy development, and compliance management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage direct reporting staff with an emphasis on the execution of plans and delivery of legislative services.
- Manage the administration and coordination of legislative services, including updating, drafting, reviewing, and implementing City-wide corporate Administrative and Council policies and bylaws.
- Assume a leadership role in implementing key aspects of Council’s strategic plan with respect to management and governance.
- Provide expert advice and support to senior leadership and council/board members on legislative matters.
- Act as Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Head ensuring statutory responsibilities regarding public access to records and the protection of privacy are met.
- Ensure the safekeeping and preservation of all corporate records that meet applicable legislation and the needs of all City operations.
- Will be appointed the City’s Deputy Corporate Officer, and will serve as the Chief Elections Officer.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Law, Political Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in legislative services, municipal governance, or policy development. As well, Minimum 3 years in a Supervisor position.
- Strong knowledge of legislative frameworks, municipal bylaws, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing teams and working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.
- Proficiency in records management systems and governance software.
- Ability to interpret complex legal and regulatory documents.
Why Join ?
- Competitive salary and benefits package, with great vacation!
- Relocation support available for qualified candidates.
- Opportunity to contribute to impactful policy and governance initiatives.
- Supportive work environment with professional development opportunities.
If you are a detail-oriented and strategic professional with expertise in legislative services, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.
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Responsibilities
The Legislative Services Manager at Aplin's client will lead staff, draft and maintain city bylaws and policies, and advise senior leaders and council. The role also protects public records and privacy and runs municipal elections.
Requirements
Aplin needs candidates with a bachelor's degree, at least 5 years in legislative services, municipal governance or policy, and 3 years supervising staff. Strong knowledge of bylaws, regulatory compliance and records management systems is required.
Skills
- Legislative drafting
- Bylaw development
- Policy development
- Regulatory compliance
- Records management systems
- Governance software
- Freedom of Information administration
- Privacy protection
- Election administration
- Staff supervision
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Legal document interpretation
- Analytical problem-solving
- Strategic planning
- Written and oral communication
Benefits
- Relocation support
- Professional development opportunities
Categories
- Government & Public Sector
- Management & Leadership
- Legal
Keywords
- Legislative Services Manager
- municipal governance
- bylaws
- council policy
- regulatory compliance
- records management
- freedom of information
- privacy
- elections
- governance software
- policy development
- legislative drafting
- public administration
- local government
Seniority
Manager
Perks
- Relocation support
Tools
- records management systems
- governance software
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Public Administration
- Law
- Political Science