Office of the City Manager

Role of the City Manager

The City Manager is appointed by Vaughan Council to ensure their decisions and policy direction are effectively implemented in support of a progressive vision of building a City of Choice that promotes diversity, innovation and opportunities for all residents.

As the head of the administration, the City Manager provides leadership to the organization to:

• drive the economic prosperity of the city.
• pursue service excellence in governance and fiscal responsibility. 
• engage staff and create a positive work environment.
• ensure exceptional end-to-end citizen-centered services.

The Office of the City Manager is supported in these tasks by a professional and dedicated staff. At the senior level, there is the Senior Leadership Team – Executive, working collaboratively to deliver on Council-approved priorities and initiatives.

The following City departments report directly to the City Manager:

• Internal Audit provides objective assurance, advisory activities and advice that contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the City’s programs, services and processes by assessing risk and suggesting effective controls.
• Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer (HR) works with City departments to hire and retain talented individuals. Departmental services include providing information and resources on new employee onboarding, benefits and compensation, health, safety and wellness. HR also manages and evaluates pay, develops recommendations about policies and procedures, and ensures compliance with relevant legislation.
• Office of the City Solicitor provides timely and practical strategic advice to Members of Council and internal departments on a broad range of legal matters. The department also advises internal stakeholders on matters related to litigation, planning, real estate and development, procurement, labour and employment, by-law, construction, prosecution, corporate risk management and municipal law.
• Real Estate negotiates and implements the purchase and sale of property on behalf of the City, ensures administrative and legislative requirements are met, and is responsible for cash-in-lieu of parkland estimates.