Saint John Hires Retired Major-General To Run City Hall
SAINT JOHN – The city government has a new manager. John Collin, a retired Major-General, small business owner and former senior executive of a nuclear power generator, will assume his new responsibilities January 7, 2019.
“This is an important leadership role within the municipality and we are delighted to have attracted broad interest from top candidates across the country,” says Mayor Don Darling in a release.
“[Collin] was selected for his leadership track record, his commitment to creating an exceptional customer service culture, his broader public sector experience and for his drive, clear focus, high-level collaboration and strategic communication skills. We look forward to him leading our organization.”
Collin was with the Canadian Army for 35 years, retiring as a “two-star” general. He then worked as a senior executive with Bruce Power, the world’s largest nuclear power generator, and also designed and operated a fine-dining restaurant.
“I am very excited to be joining the City of Saint John and I look forward to working with my new colleagues to deliver on the priorities and achieve the vision that the Mayor and Council have set for our community,” said Collin.
Collin was hired after the city conducted a nationwide search to replace Jeff Trail, who resigned in June.
Darling and the members of the Common Council participated in the search process with support from Organization Consulting Limited and received more than 70 applications from across Canada.
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