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 Deputy Chief Executive Officer

The Shire of Mount Magnet, situated 560kms northeast of Perth, is the Geo Hub of the Murchison and abounds in culture, history, and community. Following a recent organizational restructure, the Shire is seeking to appoint a Deputy Chief Executive Officer to strengthen Councils administration, governance and finance functions and to assist the Chief Executive Officer and Elected Members in leading their community in continued growth and prosperity.

As a member of the Executive Team, the DCEO provides leadership and direction in the areas of corporate strategy and governance, strategic financial management, community services and the various functions necessary to support the operations of the Shire as a whole. This position is accountable for the delivery of Council’s services while working to continuously improve all aspects of Administration and Community Services to meet the needs of the organisation in its service delivery to the community. The DCEO will provide vision, leadership and expert guidance while ensuring short and long-term plans are in place to deliver sustainable corporate and community services to the Shire.

To be successful in this position you will have previous experience in a Local Government Executive Management position, exceptional finance skills, a strong community focus, a proven reputation for good governance and a sound understanding of Local Government policies and procedures. You will be the driving force for administrative excellence, with the ability to identify the training needs of our administration team and work to develop and upskill them. 

This position is offered on a performance-based contract of between three and five years with a remuneration package in the range of $175,000 per annum. The package includes a negotiated base salary of $110,000 to $120,000, a rent-free house and utilities subsidy, a motor vehicle with private use, generous superannuation, professional development, phone and utilities allowances and relocation expenses. The successful applicant will be subject to completion of a six month probationary period.

Interested applicants must address the Selection Criteria as outlined below. For further information contact Ms Tralee Cable, Chief Executive Officer on 0417 177 524 or ceo@mtmagnet.wa.gov.au  

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

The following selection criteria are identified as being required to achieve the outcomes of the position. Applicants will need to provide evidence of their capability to meet each of the following criteria.

Essential

• Extensive practical experience in the preparation of financial reports within a Local Government regulatory framework, including the complete preparation of final accounts evidenced by experience.
• Experience in the preparation of budgets and ongoing review of actuals to budget estimates
• Sound knowledge of contract and procurement practices in a local government context with a good understanding of governance procedures required to provide effective control over contract and procurement activity.
• Sound knowledge of information technology including computer systems and software operations with a working knowledge of Synergy Soft and IT Vision operating systems.
• Demonstrated experience in a senior management position or substantial experience in administration and finance that reflects team leadership and supervision management.
• Well-developed interpersonal, public relations and communication skills.
• Hold a current and unrestricted “C” class driver’s licence.
• Hold right to work in Australia.

Desirable

• At Least 3 years or more experience in a similar position within local government.
• Demonstrated knowledge of corporate and strategic planning.
• Interpersonal skills including conflict resolution, negotiating and public relations.
• Well-developed decision-making abilities with innovative problem-solving skills.