Union of BC Municipalities

Executive Director

The Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) is the collective voice of local governments across the province of British Columbia. For more than a century, this highly regarded member association has represented local governments of all sizes. UBCM plays a central role in advancing shared interests through policy development, government relations, and sector-wide collaboration. Its mission is grounded in being the recognized advocate for local government in British Columbia while meeting the evolving needs of its members through advisory services, training and information sharing. In today’s environment - marked by increasing centralization and complex policy challenges - UBCM’s role as a trusted, non-partisan convenor and advocate has never been more critical.

The Executive Director reports directly to the UBCM Executive Committee (Board of Directors) and is responsible for strategic advice, design and implementation of all UBCM advocacy and outreach, member engagement, policy development, funding program delivery and member benefit programs. Overseeing a staff of 35, the Executive Director ensures that UBCM effectively represents and advances the collective interests of all local governments in British Columbia, consistent with its mission to be the recognized advocate for their common interests and to meet member needs through policy leadership, communications, and services. The role operates at the intersection of governance and execution- providing strategic advice to the President and Executive Committee, while ensuring the effective implementation of the annual work program and organizational priorities.

The ideal candidate has held senior executive roles within municipal or provincial governments, or executive leadership roles within membership-based associations delivering multi-faceted programs spanning advocacy, policy development, and/or member services. Experience working in a non-partisan manner with a diverse membership or Board is crucial; experience that includes an understanding of the needs of both rural and urban members from across the province is essential. Highly strategic, with advanced stakeholder relationship skills, the preferred candidate has the ability to deftly balance competing interests while maintaining organizational integrity and credibility.

UBCM has offices in both Victoria and Richmond, BC. The Executive Director will be based in one location and will travel regularly between the two offices, in addition to travel throughout the province. The position has an expected salary range of $220,000 to $260,000 based on experience, plus benefits and pension.

This is a phenomenal opportunity to lead a highly influential and impactful provincial organization. To explore this opportunity further, please submit your resume by clicking ‘apply’.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward with our client.

Union of British Columbia Municipalities

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Executive Director