Administration

The General Manager of Community Services Branch is responsible for managing all matters relating to key interests of the community, including parks, recreation, fire protection, emergency planning, transit and sustainability. They ensure a comprehensive and integrated approach in the provision of services in order to meet the strategic priorities and requirements of the CVRD Board of Directors, Chief Administrative Officer and various stakeholders, while supporting and enhancing the sustainability principles and policies of the Regional Growth Strategy and related land conservation, public health and safety strategies.

James is responsible for managing all matters relating to corporate services including: administration, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) office inquiries/ombudsperson complaints, communications, elections, external relations, freedom of information requests, geographic information systems, information technology, legislative services, marketing, media relations, public education, records management, risk management and strategic planning. James ensures a comprehensive and integrated approach in the provision of services in order to meet the strategic priorities and requirements of the board, the Chief Administrative Officer and various stakeholders, while supporting and enhancing the sustainability principles and policies of the Regional Growth Strategy and related land conservation, public health and safety strategies.

Teresa is responsible for managing the smooth and efficient operation of the office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The position facilitates communications and information flow between the CAO and the executive team, the board, board committee members and a broad variety of external stakeholders, ensuring commitments are met and urgent issues are addressed. Teresa researches information, coordinates submissions from the CAO's office and ensures the CAO is prepared for all board, board committee and executive meetings. The position organizes meetings, takes minutes, performs executive secretarial duties, maintains executive office files and undertakes various assignments of a confidential nature. As the Executive Assistant, Teresa provides administrative assistance to the human resources department.