New Job Executive Assistant - Mayor And City Council In British Columbia

City of Kamloops
Executive Assistant - Mayor and City Council

(Permanent, Full time) # 901
Closing Date: December 20, 2022

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview
An exciting and challenging opportunity exists for an Executive Assistant to Mayor and City Council with the City of Kamloops! This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the office of the Mayor and City Council and for communicating and providing liaison with all levels of staff and the general public. If you have a passion for local government and a keen interest in public administration, check out this opportunity!

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Public Administration/Office Administration Diploma.
• One to three years of business or administrative support experience, including experience in preparing meeting minutes in a municipal government is preferred.
• Previous experience in intermediate word processing and intermediate spreadsheet applications, as demonstrated through testing.(Minimum 70% pass rate required)
• Previous experience in planning corporate events.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Extensive organizational skills.
• Knowledge of and experience with filing systems and office technology.

This position has a starting salary of $74,743.50 (2023), with a performance-based progression through a step system. The City also offers a comprehensive benefit package including generous vacation and an Earned Days Off program. Along with these benefits, the City provides access to fitness facilities, various instructed programs, an community volunteer/engagement opportunities.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check.

A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position.

Hours & Days of Work
Monday – Friday:
8:00am – 4:00pm (Summer) 8:30am – 4:30pm (Winter)

Hours per Week
37.5

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [email protected] or in person at 105 Seymour Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.