MINJobs posting: Senior Committee Clerk
January 30, 2025
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Senior Committee Clerk

Organization:
District of Saanich
Region:
British Columbia
Application deadline:
February 12, 2025 before 23:30
Type:
Permanent Part Time Position (CUPE Local 2011)
Category:
Other
Description
The District of Saanich is seeking a Senior Committee Clerk with experience in coordinating/arranging meetings, taking minutes and providing procedural advice in a public setting. The Senior Committee Clerk also provides a full range of legislative and administrative services for the Board of Variance, Council and assigned committees, responds to a variety of enquiries regarding bylaws/policies, prepares statutory notices and follows-up on action items. The successful candidate will undertake special projects to identify issues, conduct research, analyse options, and recommend solutions. The ideal candidate thrives in an environment where accuracy is essential, deadlines are met and much of the work follows legal/legislative mandates.  

Requirements

Essential requirements include knowledge of local government and the role of Council and the rules and procedures used in meetings.  Excellent written and verbal skills with a strong knowledge of business English - including sentence structure, grammar, punctuation and the ability to listen and summarize key points is essential. You will have a proven track record with problem-solving, attention to detail, building positive relationships and demonstrating political acumen. A strong customer focus and the ability to be flexible in a changing work environment are equally important. The incumbent must possess a solid understanding of records management systems and best practices.

Also required is Grade 12, supplemented by a one year certificate in local government administration, public administration or related discipline and additional courses on topics such as Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy, records management, parliamentary procedure and communications; three years related administrative experience in a government environment, including two years experience acting as secretary to committees, boards, and/or commissions, at the local government level; Experience with personal computers and computer based applications including advanced level word processing, intermediate level excel and website applications; An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (27.5 hours per week) and will be required to attend meetings outside regular working hours. In addition to the interview process, testing will also be conducted, and applicants must provide proof of typing speed from a recognized educational institution or hiring agency. We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be contacted.

Salary & Benefits

This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $39.72 per hour and an excellent benefits package. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 quoting competition 25030 to: Human Resources, District of Saanich, 770 Vernon Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8X 2W7.

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