Description:
Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer and the Clerk/Planning Coordinator, the successful applicant shall:
- Provide a wide variety of administrative support to the CAO and Clerk/Planning Coordinator.
- Manage calendars, including scheduling meetings and arranging conference/virtual calls with both internal and external parties.
- Prepare and compose correspondence, reports and presentations as required.
- Coordinate travel arrangements including preparing itineraries and expense reports.
- Manage and prioritize multiple sensitive projects and initiatives.
- Maintain an efficient and fully confidential filing system.
- Assist with the preparation of Council and Committee meeting agendas and minutes and attends all Council meetings.
- Circulates rezoning and official plan amendment notices pursuant to the Planning Act.
- Maintains files and records in accordance with the Town’s Retention By-Law and will assist Clerk with the implementation of the Town’s new Records Management System.
- Ensure databases are updated regularly and information remains current.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Post-secondary diploma in Office Administration, Records Management or equivalent with a minimum of two (2) year’s municipal government experience or equivalent.
- Strong attention to detail, and organization skills to prioritize workload to meet established deadlines.
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Elevated level of initiative, resourcefulness, and independent judgment.
Rate of Pay for this position is $30.87 hour (2023 Rate). This position is a 15-month contract working 35 hours per week. The Town of Goderich offers 11% in lieu of benefits, 4% vacation pay, option to enrol in the OMERS Pension Plan, Employee Recognition Programs, and a Professional Development Program.