Municipal Clerk/Library Chief Executive Officer Position

Position Details

• Location: Tay
• Hourly Rate: $66.04 to $77.26
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Engagement Type: Permanent
• Department: Corporate Services
• Closing Date: 2026-10-28
• Work Location: On-Site

Tay Township, located on the vibrant, sunset shores of Georgian Bay, is seeking an individual to join #TeamTay as the Municipal Clerk/Library CEO. The successful candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, is committed to continuous improvement, and is dedicated to making a positive impact both within the organization and across the community. If you are looking for a place to challenge yourself, contribute meaningfully, and grow professionally, we invite you to explore this opportunity with Tay Township.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to fill an existing vacancy, offering a competitive hourly rate of $66.04 to $77.26 based on a 35-hour workweek. The role requires regular attendance at evening Council meetings, as well as occasional attendance at other meetings and events outside regular business hours.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer/Deputy Clerk and working collaboratively as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Municipal Clerk/Library CEO fulfills the statutory duties of the Clerk under the Municipal Act and is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, policies, and procedures. In addition, this position fulfills the duties of the Library CEO in accordance with the Public Libraries Act.

Key Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education from an accredited educational institution in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Law, or another relevant discipline.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of related, public sector work experience, preferably in a municipal environment, with at least three (3) years at a management level, preferably senior management.
• Completion of the AMCTO Municipal Administration Program and formal leadership and coaching/mentoring training.
• Working experience with and knowledge of local government functions and responsibilities, federal and provincial government, and associated agencies relevant to clerk responsibilities, practices, and applicable legislation.
• Experience working with the Public Libraries Act and Public Library operations is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

As the Municipal Clerk/Library CEO, responsibilities include:

• Fulfilling the statutory duties of the Clerk under the Municipal Act, including serving as Council Secretariat and Returning Officer for Municipal Elections.
• Overseeing Legislative Services activities including Council and Committee governance, Records Management, Municipal Cemetery Services and Operations, Licensing, Accessibility, Freedom of Information Requests, privacy matters, and Municipal Elections.
• Leading Legislative Services in a compliant, best-in-class, and sustainable manner that meets the needs of the Township’s departments, community members, staff, and Council.
• Providing sound and insightful advice to the CAO, Council, and staff on Township strategies and processes to achieve goals and foster a positive workplace culture while demonstrating a high level of acumen and integrity.
• Fulfilling the duties of the Library CEO in accordance with the Public Libraries Act (details truncated).

Application Information

• Applicants are encouraged to review the complete position description available at www.tay.ca/jobs.
• Submit a cover letter and resume via email by 4:00 p.m. (EST), October 28, 2026, to Human Resources at HR@Tay.ca.
• Include the employment opportunity reference number (2026-011) in the email subject line and indicate how you heard about this opportunity.
• Only applications submitted by email will be accepted. Applicants must provide a valid email address for recruitment communication.
• Tay Township is committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process and encourages applicants to request accommodation as needed.