“On behalf of Council, I am very pleased to welcome Derek into the role of City Manager,” said Mayor Danny Breen. “With extensive municipal experience and a deep understanding of our organization, Derek has demonstrated strong leadership and sound financial stewardship. We are confident he will continue to guide the City forward in service to our residents.”

Derek brings more than 23 years of experience in municipal leadership and public service.

Since joining the City in 2003, Derek has held several senior roles, including Internal Auditor, Team Lead for Project Velocity, Manager of Budget and Treasury, and most recently Deputy City Manager, Finance and Corporate Services. His experience spans financial management, organizational improvement, and corporate leadership.

Derek holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Co-operative, Honours) from Memorial University of Newfoundland. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA).

“It is an honour to serve as City Manager for the City of St. John’s,” said Derek Coffey, City Manager, City of St. John’s. “I look forward to working with Council and staff to continue delivering high-quality programs and services and supporting the priorities of our community.”