City of Greenwood

202 S. Government Ave.
PO Box 129
Greenwood, BC V0H 1J0

Chief Election Officer

(1 Position)
TERM APPOINTMENT

The City of Greenwood is seeking a qualified and impartial Chief Election Officer to administer the 2026 local government election. This independent statutory role is responsible for ensuring that the election is conducted fairly, transparently, and in full compliance with the Local Government Act, Election Act, and Elections BC requirements.

Department: Legislative Services / Administration

Duties & Qualifications: See attached Job Description

Rate of Pay: A fixed fee of $8,000 will be paid for services rendered as Chief Election Officer, covering all duties associated with the preparation, conduct, and completion of the election, including advance voting and post-election responsibilities. (room for negotiation based on experience)

Term & Hours of Work: This is a term appointment related to the administration of local general elections and any required by-elections, including all statutory preparation, voting, and post-election reporting periods.

Hours of work are as required, with significant workload during nomination periods, advance voting, general voting day, and campaign finance disclosure periods. Evening and weekend work will be required. Mandatory availability during legislated deadlines and ability to work extended hours during vote counting and results certification.

Union: This is an appointed statutory position under the Local Government Act and is excluded from the City’s collective agreements.

Benefits: Not applicable.

Reporting To: Corporate Officer

This job posting will remain open until 4:00 PM May 18, 2026. For further information please contact Brooke McCourt, Corporate Officer at 250-445-6644; corporate@greenwoodcity.ca.

If you are interested in applying for the position, send a cover letter and detailed resume which notes your qualifications and experience relevant to the job description in a WORD or PDF format to:

Brooke McCourt, Corporate Officer, City Hall, 201 Government Avenue
Greenwood, BC V0H 1J0

Email: corporate@greenwoodcity.ca ; Ph: 250.445.6644

We wish to thank all applicants however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Description

City of Greenwood

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Chief Election Officer