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ADVISOR, CORPORATE ASSET MANAGEMENT

City of Brampton

Brampton, ON
Job Description

ADVISOR, CORPORATE ASSET MANAGEMENT (2)

POSTING NUMBER: 103295

SALARY RANGE: $76,421.80 TO $84,630.00 PER ANNUM (UNDER REVIEW)

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Reporting directly to the Manager, Corporate Asset Management, this individual is responsible for leading the
delivery and ongoing management of an effective departmental asset management plan for various operating
departments which includes a diverse group of assets. Interact on a regular basis through formal and informal
meetings with departmental management to thoroughly understand ongoing operating and capital business needs,
while providing exceptional leadership, customer service, communication and strategic insight. Provide
recommendations on the prioritization of the City's infrastructure replacement needs given the City's available
financial resources and new infrastructure funding supported by optimized evidence based decision making. Liaise
with other senior business partners from Human Resources, Information Technology, Internal Audit, Service
Innovation and Corporate Performance, Strategic Communications, and Corporate Finance/Client Services to
discuss and address current and changing business needs by analyzing, recommending and implementing
corporate performance solutions and process enhancements as they relate to the effective use, management and
replacement of the City's infrastructure assets and delivering on Councils approved program service levels. Promote

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an environment of trust, respect, diversity and inclusiveness throughout the organization.The Program Manager,
Corporate Asset Management will play an active part in the development and shaping of the following functional key
roles as carried through the Corporate Asset Management Office.
Key Roles:

Policy development
Strategy development
Asset management planning
Implement asset management plans
Asset management capability development
Risk management and performance improvement
Asset knowledge management

Ensures adherence to Departmental Policies and Procedures, Corporate Policies & Procedures, Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles, provincial/federal regulations, and municipal By-Laws; interprets laws, regulations,
guidelines, and policies for financial implications and/or compliance for non-routine or complex situations. Support
the coordination and leading of corporate asset management improvement initiatives. Organize and lead the
implementation (Corporate Asset Management network team) of project plans, business cases, and business
process improvements through research, analysis and monitoring of relevant factors such as staffing, technological
and organizational resources to meet corporate service standards, budget, timelines, policies and guidelines in
alignment with City’s overall corporate asset management policy. Provide training to staff at varying levels within the
organization on concepts and systems to foster an improved understanding of corporate asset management and
develop capacity building within the organization.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Policy and Strategy Development

Collaborate with senior leaders on the management, investment approaches for asset management.
Present and recommend priorities for tangible capital assets while ensuring Council established municipal
service levels are maintained.

Asset Management Planning

Provide leadership and direct the development, implementation and management of the Departmental Asset
Management plans
Lead the development of asset management plans, working with internal and external resources to build
capacity for asset management planning and develop a strong internal knowledge base
Provide training to staff at varying levels within the organization on concepts and systems to foster an
improved understanding of corporate asset management and develop capacity building within the
organization. Assess, design, deliver and coach others to create awareness and understanding to support
and sustain business changes.
Provide pro-active strategic advice on critical issues, risk mitigation opportunities and recommend
contingency plans.
Work with CAM Network, CAM Steering Team, Project Leads- Asset Management and senior leadership to
develop prioritized asset lifecycle management models to ensure optimized evidence based decision making.
Prepare, lead and manage Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) and relevant contract documents on the
acquisition of professional services and/or solutions, including the evaluation processes.

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Implement Asset Management Plans

Develop options and recommendations for decision-makers to maintain the state of good repair program of
The City of Brampton’s infrastructure.
Report directly to the Manager of Corporate Asset Management to provide timely and relevant information to
assess City priorities, negotiate resources, communicate progress and deliverables
Liaise, coordinate and collaborate regularly with all the CAM Network, Steering Team members, operations
and maintenance staff across the City.
Negotiate, persuade and facilitate staff and Department Management toward resolution and direction on
issues of infrastructure needs, asset management methodologies, and proposed directions
Continuously review project direction and progress to provide subject matter expertise, well developed
reporting and communication to key stakeholders and senior management.

Asset Management Capacity Building

Develop service area Departmental asset management plans and support the development and integration
with the Corporate Asset Management Plan with Program stakeholders that will be used to guide the
Programs’ short term operational and long term capital plans.
Apply an extensive understanding of risk management, engineering, infrastructure, operations and program
services to undertake risk assessments and determine asset criteria (asset levels of service) to support
Program service delivery
Apply expertise gained over years of experience to analyse and resolve unique, complex and non-recurring
issues
Identify and establish networks and relationships with relevant associations, other municipal asset
management staff and upper tier peers etc., to effectively leverage the work of others
Enhance departmental stewardship through ongoing education and building awareness by providing training
and advice to the Department about the Corporate Asset Management Strategy.
Encourage role model client-oriented innovative solutions to meet Program and organizational needs
Effectively apply project management methodology and implement project strategies by researching,
analysing, and evaluating existing methods, procedure and protocols to ensure overall business needs have
been addressed.

Risk Management and Performance Management

Lead and guide direct and non-direct reports throughout the department; all of whom are dedicated to the
ongoing implementation of both corporate and departmental Asset Management Plans.
Cultivate direct reports to build strong and lasting partnerships with clients and colleagues; ensuring that staff
understands the customers’ perspective is the driving force behind all activities role modelling customer
orientation to lead staff.
Recruit, coach, motivate, train and evaluate direct reports while ensuring efficient and effective utilization of
resources, recommends disciplinary action when necessary
Provide guidance on technical and human resource issues

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Accountable for building, sustaining an engaged workforce, supporting/promoting succession planning within
the Asset Management Section and building trust and confidence within the team and throughout the
department and City

Asset Knowledge Management

Lead and guide direct and non-direct reports throughout the department; all of whom are dedicated to the
ongoing implementation of asset information systems throughout the Corporation.
Cultivate direct reports to build strong and lasting partnerships with clients and colleagues; ensuring that staff
understands the customers’ perspective is the driving force behind all activities role modelling customer
orientation to lead staff.
Recruit, coach, motivate, train and evaluate direct reports while ensuring efficient and effective utilization of
resources, recommends disciplinary action when necessary
Provide guidance on technical and human resource issues
Support and Lead Corporate Information Technology in asset information systems integration and leading
technology best practices for knowledge management and training.
Accountable for building, sustaining an engaged workforce, supporting/promoting succession planning within
the Asset Management Section and building trust and confidence within the team and throughout the
department and City

SELECTION CRITERIA:

University degree in Engineering, Planning, Policy or other relevant discipline is required

Master's degree in Business or other relevant discipline is an asset
3 years of progressive experience preferably in asset and portfolio management
2 years of supervisory experience an asset
Master's degree or AAM designations is an asset
Member of Canadian Network of Asset Managers (CNAM) preferred
Institute of Asset Management - Certificate in Asset Management or equivalent
PROSCI- Change Management Certification or equivalent
Thorough knowledge in the principles and application of asset management concepts and practices specific
to the municipal environment
Thorough knowledge of asset management.
Thorough understanding of municipal infrastructure, engineering, operations, municipal finance and risk
management including Municipal Maintenance Standards and applicable Legislation associated with
inspection requirements.
Understanding of the Municipal Act and other federal/provincial/municipal regulations and legislation is
considered an asset
Highly effective interpersonal skills to develop effective partnerships with operational and corporate staff.
Excellent research skills using evidence informed decision making best practices, exercising a high degree of
sound independent judgment and decision making with no clear guidance or precedent
Excellent negotiation, facilitation and conflict resolution skills
Excellent people management skills
Excellent verbal and oral communication skills in order to articulate abstract concepts and ideas to senior
management, program staff and other government agencies
Ability to develop and make council presentations.
Ability to build and lead teams with different expertise and interests toward common asset management
objectives

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Ability to think strategically and look to the long term to identify issues and risks well in advance of them
becoming critical
Strong customer service philosophy to deliver work plan outcomes that meet the needs of end users
Political acuity.
Effective time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and juggle multiple priorities in a very
dynamic and changing environment
Results oriented
High adept at exercising tact and diplomacy

Exciting things are happening at the City of Brampton. Watch our Join Our Team video to hear what our employees
say about working here. For insight about Brampton’s future, take a peek at what renowned urban planner Larry
Beasley has to say.
**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Job status: Permanent

Job Type: Union
Applications must be received by: March 11, 2019

Alternate formats will be provided upon request.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online at: www.brampton.ca/employment
quoting reference # 103295 by March 11, 2019 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants;
however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a
condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement.

Please be advised, the City of Brampton uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from
unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is
imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that
you are no longer interested in the Job Competition and your application will be removed from the Competition.

The City is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection
processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources
Division of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information
received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
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