Summary of Duties:

Reporting to the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports, this Director position supports and coordinates the planning, decision making, accounting and administration of the City’s capital infrastructure in keeping with legislated requirements.  Additionally, Capital Assets and Projects conducts detailed technical studies to inform recommendations to Council on funding required to meet levels of service for existing assets and Development Charges rates necessary to provide new infrastructure for growing communities.  The Director is an insightful and effective people leader, adept at leading the transformation of Divisional culture aligned with the Council’s strategic priorities.   

Work Performed:

• Direct the planning, management, and administration for the Capital Assets & Projects Division; develop and maintain comprehensive policies, programs, procedures and protocols regarding growth and development and capital asset management.
• Develop and implement the work plan and direction for the Capital Assets & Projects Division to meet the organization’s strategic plan and effectively deliver the business responsibilities of the unit.

• Provide advice to the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports on strategic priorities with responsibility to operationalize those goals and strategies.

• Provide professional opinion and information to the Senior Leadership Team, Committees and Council on policies, programs and services as required.

• Identify and develop internal controls in the form of policies, procedures, practices in relation to the general and specific risks of the Corporation.  Ensure internal controls are implemented and adhered to within the Division.

• Oversee a team of experienced Managers; delegate authority and accountability for the execution and delivery of services and programs.  Provide leadership in the following areas of accountability:

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• • Oversee all aspects of development charges studies including the development of background reports, by-laws, consultation with individuals and presentation to Committee and Council. 

• • Monitor expenditures and revenues relating to development changes ensuring that sufficient funds are being collected to meet financial obligations to undertake capital works and pay claims.

• • Develop effective relations with the development industry, external agencies, agents and consultants. 

• • Oversee the financial aspects of the City’s annual Growth Management Implementation Strategy (GMIS) Update to ensure that adjustments to planned infrastructure do not jeopardize the health of the Development Charges Reserve Funds; make recommendations to Council on adjustments to the City’s capital budget to reflect the outcomes of the GMIS process.

• • Lead the financial review of development applications and financial implication of urban growth management issues with other Service Areas to provide advice to Council.

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• • Lead the development, implementation, maintenance and review of the Corporate Asset Management Policy, Asset Management Strategy and Asset Management Plans, ensuring programs meet established milestones.

• • Provide oversight of Tangible Capital Assets accounting, capital asset inventories and administration, ensuring programs meet legislated accounting standards and records to support the annual audit of the consolidated financial statements.

• • Establish, review and approve processes, policies and procedures for all Service Areas for controlling, planning and reporting on Tangible Capital Assets and to advance corporate initiatives.

• • Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of a robust Enterprise Resource Planning System for Tangible Capital Assets.  

• • Develop short and long-term strategies for Tangible Capital Assets.  Ensure effective reporting relationships with Service Areas, Municipal Benchmarking Network and provincial bodies.

• • Oversee periodic comprehensive reviews of corporate assets and make recommendations related to potential disposition and sale.

• • Lead special projects for various service area matters, as required.

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• Perform regulatory compliance activities applicable to capital assets associated with the Development Charges Act, Asset Management Planning for Municipal Infrastructure Regulation (588/17), Public Standards Accounting Board, and Municipal Act.
• Lead and encourage Divisional employee participation and commitment to organizational objectives. 

• Actively mentor, provide development opportunities and build team performance with direct report leaders; ensure managers within the division are providing the same among their direct reports.

• In consultation with People Services, develop and maintain a divisional succession planning program and other related programs.

• Direct the Capital Assets & Projects team, including hiring, administration and performance aspects of reporting staff. Respond to sensitive and confidential human resource issues as required.

• Liaise with respective unions on issues that affect bargaining unit members. Promote and foster constructive working relationships with employees and bargaining units and monitor collective agreement compliance.

• Administer provisions of various Collective Agreements to promote resolution of grievances and provide representation at mediation and arbitration proceedings.

• Build and encourage employee commitment to strive for consistently high levels of performance in all areas of service delivery.   

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• Create and maintain a culture of enterprise-wide collaboration.  Seek opportunities to work across Divisions and Service Areas in support of the strategic initiatives.

• Demonstrate commitment to supporting diversity, equity, inclusion and Human Rights through interactions with community partners, employees and individuals and ensure that policies, programs and protocols reflect this commitment.

• Champion commitment and adherence to Health & Safety legislation and programs; demonstrate commitment to the Corporation’s culture of safety.

• Prepare or delegate the preparation of written reports and correspondence as required to advise Council and Committee; seek direction from Council and Committee on related issues as required.
• Implement proactive progressive change in redesign and implementation of business processes; support organizational change-management projects, communications, and transition plans.

• Provide direction, guidance, processes and tools needed to increase efficiencies and improve the effectiveness of services provided by the Division.

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• Build capacity across the Division for evidence-informed decisions supported through strong analytics and engagement.

• Adhere to the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy; includes the responsibility of delegation of procurement initiation approval authority and delegation of approval authority for professional consulting services as per policy amounts.

• Establish, administer, forecast and monitor the annual capital and operation budget for the Division. 

• Ensure that the expenditures are controlled and maintained within approved budget; manage and promote stewardship of financial and organizational resources.

• Represent the Division on the various boards and committees of external organizations and government partners to promote the City of London as a leader, share best practices, build relationships, and recommend solutions.

Qualifications:

• This position requires a Degree in Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent, preferably with a professional designation (such as Chartered Professional Accountant) and at least ten years of progressive involvement in development finance and/or capital asset management.  Considerable knowledge of accounting practices, with five to ten years in a management role including direct supervision of a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the above identified areas of accountability with an in-depth understanding of the Division’s programs and services.
• Knowledge of development finance and capital assets management, including the ability to provide expertise in development charges studies and guidance with Tangible Capital Assets accounting standards and Capital Assets programs.    

• Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, collective agreements, and related legislation (e.g., Development Charges Act, The Municipal Act), Public Sector Accounting Standards, and related regulations and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to co-create a vision for the Division aligned with strategic priorities, build common purpose and direction, and deliver outcomes to strengthen overall organizational performance.
• Highly developed analytical and business planning skills with a proven track record for long-term visioning and big-picture thinking.
• Demonstrated successful experience in a management role; positive and proactive leadership capabilities, adept at leading a diverse group of employees, contracted services and consultants; demonstrated commitment to developing high performance teams.

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• Ability to be a trusted advisor and/or advocate in sensitive and/or emotionally charged situations.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire the people they lead through productive and honest dialogue, with personal integrity and actions.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex issues to a wide and varied audience including facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills; political acumen to identify and manage issues.
• Proven ability to establish purposeful relationships and work effectively with senior leaders, elected officials, representatives of other levels of government, bargaining units, management, peers, employees, business community and the public.
• Strong financial management skills and accountability for operating and capital budgeting.
• Proven commitment to the safety of employees with knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations as it relates to the position.

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• Ability to provide a high level of attention to detail, make sense of data and solve problems.
• Ability to understand the vital importance of internally and externally focused service delivery and develop and implement initiatives that support customers in a timely and effective way.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, and related software and database applications, including, JD Edwards, Kronos, and asset management systems.

• Demonstrated successful experience in leading continuous improvement and change management initiatives and projects that shape culture and enhance service delivery.

Compensation & Other Information:

$146,851 - $193,343

This posting is for one (1) permanent, full-time position.

Standard hours of Work: Monday - Friday from 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m.

These hours of work are subject to change in accordance to business requirements.

Police Record Check

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.