Brianne Hillson
Summary
Seasoned municipal professional with over 21 years of diverse public sector experience, adept at navigating complex and evolving environments. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, and drive organizational goals through strategic planning and effective decision-making. Known for strong analytical skills, adaptability, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Proven success in both independent and team settings, with a track record of delivering high-quality, efficient outcomes. Highly self-motivated and experienced in leading cross-functional teams with professionalism and purpose.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager, Corporate Services
City of Camrose
04.2024 - Current
- Provided executive leadership for Corporate Services at the City of Camrose, reporting directly to the City Manager.
- Responsible for leading and managing the Corporate Services department, including Human Resources, Information Technology, Health & Safety, and Legislative Services.
- Ensured City wide compliance with the Municipal Government Act, FOIP Act, and other applicable legislation.
- Participated in strategic planning and high-level decision-making as part of the senior management team.
- Delegated service responsibilities while maintaining accountability for delivery and performance.
- Advised on corporate matters including policy, compliance, and governance.
- Acted as Returning Officer for municipal elections under the MGA.
- Ensured compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act, including policy development and access request handling.
- Managed municipal election planning and execution, including voter registration and tabulation.
- Developed key performance indicators to monitor progress towards organizational goals and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Acted as Census Coordinator, overseeing planning, execution, and reporting of municipal census operations.
- Managed employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
Director of Corporate Services (Corporate Officer)
Town of Osoyoos
06.2021 - 04.2024
- Responsible for ensuring the department meets the legislative requirements in the Community Charter, Local Government Act, and other relevant statutes. Required to perform a variety of corporate duties and responsible for Human Resources.
- Statutory authority responsible for arrangement and preparation of Council meetings.
- Ensured accurate minutes of meetings of Council and Council committees were prepared and minutes, bylaws, and other records of the business of the Council and their committees were maintained.
- Ensured appropriate indexing, storage, and maintenance of official documents, bylaws, and other materials for the Town.
- Certified copies of bylaws and other documents.
- Liaised between Council, department heads, other government agencies, community stakeholders, and the public.
- Freedom of Information/Protection of Privacy Coordinator for the Town of Osoyoos.
- Responsible for the processing of bylaws, resolutions, and advertisements.
- Responsible for Insurance and Liability claims for the Town.
- Acted as the Human Resources Director for the Town of Osoyoos. Interviewed, selected, and hired candidates for positions. Responsible for providing leadership and direction to management on Human Resources issues. Represented the employer in grievances and handled other labour relations matters.
- Provided consulting services and support to Managers on various Human Resources issues, including applying the Town's values and promoting consistently high levels of leadership practices that encourage a high-performance workplace culture.
- Coordinated the safety requirements in accordance with Workers' Compensation Board regulations for the Town. Provides absenteeism control programs, including accommodation and return-to-work programs.
- Supervise the maintenance of administrative records, bylaws, contracts, leases, and agreements, and maintenance of confidential files, forms, and requests.
- Ensures that the Corporate Services Department and the Corporation provides high level of customer service internally and externally.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Coordinated the 2022 General Local Elections and 2019 Water Councillor By-Election.
- Responsible for Corporate Communication, including newspaper and radio advertisements, Corporate Branding, and the Town's website.
Acting Director of Corporate Services/Corporate Officer
Town of Osoyoos
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Responsible for ensuring the department meets the legislative requirements in the Community Charter, Local Government Act, and other relevant statutes. Required to perform a variety of corporate duties and responsible for Human Resources.
- Statutory authority, responsible for arrangement and preparation of Council meetings. During the COVID-19 pandemic, ensured the Town complied with the directives of the Province with Ministerial Orders.
- Ensured accurate minutes of meetings of Council and Council committees were prepared and minutes, bylaws, and other records of the business of the Council and their committees were maintained.
- Ensured appropriate indexing, storage, and maintenance of official documents, bylaws, and other materials for the Town.
- Certified copies of bylaws and other documents;
- Liaised between Council, department heads, other government agencies, and the public.
- Freedom of Information/Protection of Privacy Coordinator for the Town of Osoyoos.
- Responsible for the processing of bylaws, resolutions, and advertisements.
- Responsible for Insurance and Liability claims for the Town.
- Acted as the Human Resources Director for the Town of Osoyoos. Interviewed, selected, and hired candidates for positions. Responsible for providing leadership and direction to management on Human Resources issues. Represented the employer in grievances and handled other labour relations matters.
- Provided consulting services and support to Managers on a variety of Human Resources issues, including applying the Town's values and promoting consistently high levels of leadership practices that encourage a high-performance workplace culture.
- Coordinated the safety requirements in accordance with Workers' Compensation Board regulations for the Town. Provides absenteeism control programs, including accommodation and return-to-work programs.
- Supervise the maintenance of administrative records, bylaws, contracts, leases, and agreements and maintenance of confidential files, forms, and requests.
Deputy Corporate Officer
Town of Osoyoos
11.2015 - 04.2020
- Responsible for assisting the department in meeting the legislative requirements in the Community Charter, Local Government Act, and other relevant statutes. Required to perform various professional administrative and corporate duties while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.
- Prepared and distributed Council meeting agendas, minutes, eNews Council meeting highlights, and correspondence communicating the actions of Council to ensure accurate reporting of Council business and action reports.
- Administered the electronic Action Tracking system and referred action items to the appropriate Director for follow-up and completion.
- Attended and participated in Council, Council Committee, and Director's meetings as required.
- Responsible for preparing the agendas and recording the minutes of all Labour Management meetings.
- Responsible for electronic posting for all external job postings.
- Prepared and distributed annual report.
- Responsible for the maintenance and diarizing of the Municipal Ticketing System.
- Certified copies of bylaws and other documents.
- Acted as signing officer for the Town as required
- Administered oaths and takes affirmations, declarations, and affidavits in relation to Town matters.
- Researched and drafted regulatory bylaws, policies, leases, agreements, reports, procedures and Council resolutions.
- Prepared and maintained consolidated versions of Town bylaws and policies.
- Arranged for filing of notices, registering other legal documents, and releasing documents from the land titles of private property as required by the Local Government Act and Community Charter.
- Provided procedural/policy advice and general information to Council, Town staff, the public and directed public inquiries to the appropriate department(s).
- Administrator for the electronic filing system.
- Ensured the safekeeping and filing of the Council meeting minutes, bylaws, agreements, and committee meetings.
- Served as Deputy Freedom of Information (FOI) Coordinator. Processed and responded to information requests as necessary.
- Served as Deputy Chief Election Officer.
- Screened, Interviewed, and Hired staff.
- Provided confidential secretarial support and performed other special projects.
Planning and Economic Development Secretary
Town of Osoyoos
05.2012 - 10.2015
President
CUPE Local 608
05.2012 - 10.2015
Accounting Clerk (Temporary)
Town of Osoyoos
05.2011 - 12.2012
Operational Services Clerk
Town of Osoyoos
05.2005 - 05.2012
Relief Clerk
Town of Osoyoos
05.2004 - 05.2005
Education
Diploma - Public Sector Management
University of Victoria
01.2023
Certificate - Local Government Service Delivery
Province of British Columbia
01.2018
Diploma - Business Administration
Okanagan College
01.2018
Certificate - Local Government Administration
Camosun College
01.2017
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Time management
- Customer relations
- Training and development
- Verbal and written communication
- Administrative skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational Skills
- IT Computer Literacy
Timeline
General Manager, Corporate Services
City of Camrose
04.2024 - Current
Director of Corporate Services (Corporate Officer)
Town of Osoyoos
06.2021 - 04.2024
Acting Director of Corporate Services/Corporate Officer
Town of Osoyoos
04.2020 - 06.2021
Deputy Corporate Officer
Town of Osoyoos
11.2015 - 04.2020
Planning and Economic Development Secretary
Town of Osoyoos
05.2012 - 10.2015
President
CUPE Local 608
05.2012 - 10.2015
Accounting Clerk (Temporary)
Town of Osoyoos
05.2011 - 12.2012
Operational Services Clerk
Town of Osoyoos
05.2005 - 05.2012
Relief Clerk
Town of Osoyoos
05.2004 - 05.2005
Certificate - Local Government Service Delivery
Province of British Columbia
Diploma - Business Administration
Okanagan College
Certificate - Local Government Administration
Camosun College
Diploma - Public Sector Management
University of Victoria
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