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The strength in Middlesex Centre lies with its people. Located just west of the City of London, Middlesex Centre’s rural communities and small towns make it a great place to live, work and play.

Position Summary
The Administrative Assistant – Communications & Legislative Services provides support to the Office of the Clerk and the communications specialist. The key duties of this position require exceptional written communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while adhering to set deadlines. This position also performs customer service duties in support of the municipal office.
Preferred Qualifications

• College diploma in a relevant field of study, such as Communications, or Public Relations, or equivalent post-secondary education and experience
• Willingness to complete and obtain the Municipal Administration Program (MAP) from the Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO)
• 2 years of experience working in an office environment, ideally in a public sector or corporate communications role
• Proficient computer literacy using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Professional
• Experience with records management software (Laserfiche)
• Experience in desktop publishing and design for both print and digital media
• Knowledge of the use of social media applications for business
• Knowledge of legislative requirements and industry guidelines, including the Municipal Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection Privacy Act, Planning Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
• Professional demeanor with well-developed written and oral communication skills
• Ability to exercise discretion and good judgement when handling sensitive information
• Excellent customer service skills are required to respond to phone, email, and in-person inquiries, and provide information to internal clients
• Minimum of a valid Ontario class G driver’s license in good standing

Note: As a condition of employment, the incumbent must provide a successful criminal background check and a clean driver’s abstract.

The salary range for 2023 is $51,636 to $60,411, with a 37.5-hour work week. A comprehensive benefits package and OMERS pension plan are included.

For a detailed synopsis of this position, visit our website middlesexcentre.ca/careers. To apply, click on the Apply Now link on the Middlesex Centre career portal. Submit your resume and cover letter in one document, outlining your qualifications and experience, to the attention of Ruth Joyce, quoting Posting 2023-014, no later than 4:00 pm on Thursday, June 22, 2023.
In accordance with the Municipality of Middlesex Centre’s COVID-19 Vaccination Administration Policy, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination as a condition of hire, subject to accommodations required in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Middlesex Centre is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive recruitment and selection processes. Please advise us in confidence of any accommodations needed to ensure your access to a fair and equitable process.