Title

The Future of CAOs in Small Ontario Municipalities: A Study of What Small Ontario Municipalities Are Doingto Recruit and Retain ‘Top Talent’

Author

Michael Szarka, Western University

Date of Award

8-1-2017

Degree Type

Major Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration

Program

Political Science

Supervisor

Chris Alcantara

Geographical Areas

Ontario, Town of Tecumseh, Town of Wawa

Abstract

Many Chief Administrative Officers will retire in the coming years, posing a succession problem for municipalities. The problem is especially acute in small and Northern municipalities. Municipalities must develop talent recruitment and retention strategies. Analysis of two case studies indicates that strong council support for succession planning is required, and municipal organizations should invest in their staff so that they can ascend to leadership positions, including promoting professional networking opportunities.

Recommended Citation

Szarka, Michael, "The Future of CAOs in Small Ontario Municipalities: A Study of What Small Ontario Municipalities Are Doingto Recruit and Retain ‘Top Talent’" (2017). MPA Major Research Papers. 174.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/174