The Preferred Proponent will be expected to provide the following Scope of Services:
1. Review and finalize the position description, qualifications and performance standards.
2. Development of key competency areas for evaluating qualified candidates.
3. Development of a recommended approach for recruiting, initial screening, interviewing, and evaluating candidates (search methodology) based on agreed upon criteria with the Selection Committee Members.
4. Development and placement of advertisements for the position through provincial and national channels.
5. Reference checks for short-listed candidates including but not limited to education and employment verification. Criminal checks will be managed by the Authority.
6. Recommendations of finalists for the position not exceeding four (4) top candidates;
7. Support in the scheduling and conducting of interviews with potential candidates for the position.
8. Communication with all candidates acknowledging their applications and informing them of their final status on the search.
9. An all inclusive competitive cost proposal based on a flat fee (retainer) and/or the Manager, Industrial Programs compensation (contingency), include all administrative expenses on a not to exceed basis. A separate fee proposal should be included to highlight associated costs should the successful candidate be an internal employee. Please include all relevant taxes as part of your cost proposal; and,
10. A detailed timeline for the successful completion of the Vice President, Conservation search.
Search Firms should plan on at least 2-3 in person meetings with the Authority during this search contract.