The Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (DCAO) assists in the functions of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, including acting on behalf of the Chief Administrative Officer in their absence.
The DCAO drives corporate initiatives, supporting the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer and all City departments in delivering key projects. The Deputy Chief Administrative Office includes Community Services, Engineering and Public Works, and Community Safety. It oversees the City’s legislative services, real estate and lands, and economic development functions.
Legislative Services
Key responsibilities include:
- Operates as a key communication link between City Council, staff and the community
- Managing statutory notification processes
- Preparing agendas and minutes for Council and Committee meetings
- Managing corporate records, including City bylaws and Freedom of Information requests
- Providing administrative support to Council and its Committees
- Providing operational support services (reception and mail services)
Intergovernmental Relations and Reconciliation
Key Responsibilities include:
- Liaising with other levels of government on initiatives that impact Coquitlam
- Supporting a government-to-government relationship with neighboring First Nations
- Engaging in reconciliation initiatives with the kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm First Nation and other Indigenous peoples, including urban indigenous peoples that reside in the Coquitlam
Real Estate and Lands
Key responsibilities include:
- Management of the City’s real estate assets
- Optimizing City-owned land development activities to create value for the community through land sales revenue
Economic Development
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing, managing and implementing a variety of strategic initiatives in an effort to promote, attract and grow the local business community
- Marketing the competitive advantage of the City and its businesses and attracting investors, tourists and film productions
- Supporting the City’s Business LinQ program to support, expand and retain new and existing businesses
- Building relationships with key stakeholders such as provincial/federal government agencies, international trade offices, real estate firms, industry associations and others