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02/06/2025

Placement Announcement by HumanEdge Recruitment & Consulting Services

04/16/2024

I am very much looking forward to participating as a Session Speaker at the Local Government Administration Association - Alberta Annual Conference and Trade Show this June 19-24th.

As many know, HumanEdge Executive Search has an established MUNICIPAL PRACTICE providing senior and executive recruitment and consulting services to Municipalities and related Municipal Organizations (e.g. Commissions, Corporations...).

Over the last few years there has been a notable amount of turnover among Chief Administrative Officers (CAO's) and City Manager's. While we will touch upon some of the reasons for this phenomena, this fact and other factors continue to impact and influence the recruitment of CAO's and City Managers. Our presentation will focus on the trends and realities associated with CAO and City Manager recruitments and employment agreements. The information and perspectives will be relevant for all municipal Councilors and municipal executives.

It is a fabulous conference program and we understand registration space is still available.
To register, reach out to Vivian Cox at [email protected] or visit:
https://lgaa.ab.ca/events/lgaa-conference-tradeshow-information

We look forward to meeting you in the Town of Canmore

10/13/2023

It was a pleasure to represent our firm, HumanEdge Executive Search to deliver a presentation on “Adressing Recruitment & Retention Challenges” to the delegates at the annual conference of the Association of Alberta Registry Agents at the River Cree Resort & Casino

It was also an absolute bonus and treat to meet and listen again to the keynote speaker, someone whom I truly enjoy and admire, Shawn Kanungo!

Always love and appreciate Shawn’s keynote messages on embracing “Innovation & Disruption”, as he so dynamically delivers and this time touching on a few elements from his new book, “the Bold Ones” (an inspiring read btw!).

Thank you Rikki McBride and to your team and organization. Enjoy the remainder of your conference!

Btw, HumanEdge welcomes speaking opportunities. [email protected]

08/19/2023

Disaster and Emergency Management (DEM) - An increasingly required accreditation among municipal executive & senior level position descriptions across Canada.

Past and current natural disasters affecting municipalities like the tragic situations in Kelowna and Yellowknife have greatly influenced the qualifications for municipal executive and leadership candidates. Specifically, HumanEdge Executive Search has seen a notable increase among municipal clients requiring candidates to possess Disaster and Emergency Management accreditation and training.

The appearance of legislation among the provinces like the Emergency Management Act in Alberta, have elevated the role of municipalities in the prevention, preparation, and response to all kinds of disasters and emergencies like floods and fires. The appointment of a Director of Emergency Management (or equivalent) has become (in most provinces) a legal requirement for all municipalities.

Among all municipal searches conducted over the last 3 years by HumanEdge's Municipal Practice, 78% specifically required a DEM accreditation. This included searches for Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Senior Administrative Officer (SAO), City Manager, Fire Chief and Director level positions. The DEM position description requirement is significantly higher than in the past and will likely increase in the future.

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05/27/2023

09/13/2021

Executive Search compliments Council at the Town of Bon Accord for their commitment and work throughout the search!

Special thanks to retiring CAO, Joyce Pierce for her assistance with search logistics, and her impressive contributions to the Town.

Every search is different and every search you meet and engage with quality individuals, and this search was no exception!

Our sincere congratulations to Ms. Jodi Brown on her appointment as Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Bon Accord.




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08/27/2021

3 Tips on References - Dear candidates and applicants alike, references are important! "...make sure your reference is not deceased!", ...read on.

When I call your references, what will they say about you? Will they be expecting my call? Do they know what role you are pursuing? As a candidate heading into the final stages of a job competition you will be expected at some point to provide references. Generally, our clients (potential employers)...

07/08/2021

HumanEdge Executive Search is pleased share in announcing Mr. Derek Homme as the Regional Manager, Emergency Services for the Flagstaff Emergency Services Society (FRESS).

We acknowledge and congratulate the commitment of all the municipalities involved in the development and establishment of FRESS, and in working with HumanEdge Executive Search through the recruitment process for the organization's first Regional Manager.

What a regional accomplishment! 👏👏

Congratulations to the Flagstaff Regional Emergency Services Society and the member municipalities:
Flagstaff County
Town of Hardisty
Town of Sedgewick
Town of Killam
Town of Daysland
Village of Alliance
Village of Forestburg
Village of Lougheed
Village of Heisler
Hamlet of Strome
Hamlet of Galahad

Town of Lamont, City of Camrose, Alberta Town of Viking Municipal District of Bonnyville Camrose County

Ken Glover, BSc., RPR, [email protected]

07/01/2021

The Municipal Team at HumanEdge Executive Search is pleased to be engaging with another fabulous Alberta municipality in the Town of Bon Accord, AB.

Did you know that in August 2020 the Bon Accord commenced operation of their 648KW Solar Farm which generates the power to cover the Town’s infrastructure consumption; a net-zero!

For more details: https://humanedgeglobal.com/opportunities/chief-administrative-officer-3/