Ready to lead the next wave in Ucluelet?
Whether you are exploring the coastline, kayaking, hiking, fishing, surfing or enjoying the local culinary scene, Ucluelet offers an exceptional quality of life where work and lifestyle naturally align!
The Candidate We Are Looking For: Leading Ucluelet Forward
The District of Ucluelet is looking for a CAO who brings clarity to complexity and has the judgment, confidence, and perspective to lead a high-performing municipal organization. A leader who understands the important distinction between governance and administration, provides Council with candid and impartial professional advice, and turns Council’s direction into focused, effective action. We are seeking someone who can see the bigger picture while staying grounded in what is achievable. Someone who can navigate competing demands, establish organizational priorities aligned with Council’s direction, and create the conditions for staff to do their best work. Political acuity, resilience, curiosity, and sound judgment will be essential, as will knowing when to listen, when to advise, and how to move an organization forward. Relationships will be central to success. We are looking for a leader who connects genuinely with people and understands that trust, reconciliation, partnership, and respectful engagement are fundamental to effective local government, particularly in our relationships with Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government and neighbouring First Nations. Above all, we are looking for someone who is genuinely drawn to Ucluelet: its character, its people, its opportunities, and the realities of leadership in a small coastal community. Someone who wants to be present, contribute meaningfully, and lead the organization in delivering on Council’s vision for Ucluelet’s future.
Working Culture – The District of Ucluelet
Trade your commute for an ocean view! At the District of Ucluelet, meaningful public service is complemented by a relaxed yet vibrant coastal lifestyle. You will work alongside dedicated professionals who value integrity, innovation, respectful relationships, and service excellence. Our workplace is collaborative, welcoming, and community-focused. Employees are encouraged to share ideas, build meaningful connections, and contribute to the community they serve. While the work is important and often dynamic, Ucluelet’s natural surroundings and close-knit community offer a grounded pace of life, with space to recharge and enjoy life beyond the office. Here, professional purpose and personal well-being can coexist.
Core Leadership Competencies
- Strategic leadership and execution
- Council relations and governance support
- Integrity, accountability, and sound judgment
- People leadership and organizational culture
- Financial stewardship and risk management
- Reconciliation and collaborative relationships
- Community focus and service excellence
- Adaptability, resilience, and continuous improvement
What We Offer
- A starting salary of $162,298, with flexibility based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and years
- of experience
- Generous annual vacation leave, increasing with years of service
- A comprehensive, employer-paid benefits package
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
- Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan
- A flexible working schedule, including flex days, flex week, and time in lieu, where operationally
- appropriate
- Reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses
- Employer-paid professional development opportunities and association memberships
Visit Ucluelet.ca/Careers for more details on the position and how to apply.
