The R.M. of Spiritwood No. 496 is accepting applications for a permanent, full-time (35 hours /week) Administrative Assistant position to support daily administrative, financial, legislative & customer service duties.
The municipality serves a rural agricultural and recreational region with a strong community base and offers an excellent opportunity for an Administrative Assistant seeking a rewarding career in municipal administration and exceptional quality of life in rural Saskatchewan.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Administrative Support: Answer phones, manage email, maintain filing systems, prepare correspondence, order supplies, and provide customer service to ratepayers
- Financial: Process daily transactions, receipting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank deposits, cash reconciliations, etc.;
- Taxation & Assessment: Assist with property assessment, tax collection and tax enforcement processes;
- Legislative & Compliance: Perform duties under The Municipalities Act, ensure bylaws and resolutions are current, track building permits, and assist with agreements and contracts;
- Communications & Public Information: Prepare letters, newsletters, notices, update websites and social media, respond to inquiries and complaints;
- Other Duties: Assist with grant applications, support partner organizations, manage rural cemeteries, learn new software and systems as required, and perform other duties as assigned by the CAO.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of daily & monthly accounting procedures (accounts payable, accounts receivable, receipting, bank deposits, cash balancing,);
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software (pdf documents, Word documents and excel spreadsheets);
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, time management and communication skills;
- High attention to detail and accuracy;
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and be a team player;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality;
Education/Training
- Rural C Certification in Local Government Administration or completion of office administration program is preferred; or
- Previous municipal or administrative office experience with ability to attain local government certification;
The RM of Spiritwood offers a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package including a pension plan, extended health and dental benefits, short-term disability and long-term disability.
Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Security checks will be required upon offer of employment.
Interested individuals should submit their resume, including qualifications, work experience and three work-related references to the RM of Spiritwood No. 496 at Box 340, Spiritwood, SK. S0J 2M0 or via email to [email protected].
The ad will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.
The RM of Spiritwood thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
