Temagami, the jewel of Northern Ontario, is a place where towering old-growth forests and crystal-clear lakes provide a stunning backdrop for a life enriched by nature and heritage. Rooted in deep Indigenous history, Temagami celebrates its cultural legacy while fostering a close-knit, forward-looking community.
The Municipality of Temagami is recruiting to fill an existing full-time Municipal Clerk vacancy.
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer/Treasurer, the Municipal Clerk performs the statutory duties of the office, supports effective and transparent municipal governance, and provides procedural and administrative support to Council, committees, and staff. Key functions include Council and committee administration, records and information management, access to information and privacy, municipal elections, accessibility coordination, and other assigned corporate services.
Highlights of Key Responsibilities
- Perform the statutory duties of the Municipal Clerk under section 228 of the Municipal Act, 2001, and other applicable legislation.
- Coordinate Council and committee meetings; prepare agendas, draft by-laws and resolutions, record proceedings and decisions without note or comment, record votes when required, and maintain official minutes and by-laws.
- Provide procedural advice and governance support to Council, committees, the CAO/Treasurer, and municipal staff, consistent with the Municipality’s procedure by-law and applicable legislation.
- Review reports and correspondence, prepare responses and reports, and coordinate follow-up on Council decisions and routine administrative matters.
- Provide administrative and meeting support for planning and building functions, including application intake and Committee of Adjustment processes, as assigned.
- Administer records and information management (RIM), including corporate records, retention schedules, and the municipal filing system.
- Coordinate access-to-information requests and privacy responsibilities under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).
- Conduct municipal elections in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.
- Administer municipal licensing and permits, including lottery licences and marriage licences, as authorized; support corporate property and rental agreement administration as assigned.
- Perform civil marriage ceremonies and act as a commissioner for taking affidavits where authorized under applicable legislation.
- Support compliance with relevant legislation, including the Municipal Act, 2001, Planning Act, Municipal Elections Act, 1996, and other applicable statutes and regulations.
- Work collaboratively with Council and staff to support timely, accountable, and well-documented municipal decision-making.
- Coordinate assigned accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA).
- Carry out responsibilities in accordance with applicable occupational health and safety policies and requirements.
- Organize civic and municipal functions in accordance with established protocol.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Completion of post-secondary studies in Public Administration, Law, or a related discipline; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
- Completion of AMCTO’s Municipal Clerks Institute (MCI) training is considered an asset; applicants who have not completed the training must be willing to undertake it.
- Previous experience working in municipal government or at any other level of government is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of municipal administration and applicable legislation, including the Municipal Act, 2001, MFIPPA, Planning Act, and Municipal Elections Act, 1996, is an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and public service skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Diligent or comparable agenda and governance software is considered an asset.
- Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to interpret and apply legislation, by-laws, policies, and procedures.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills, with attention to detail.
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional discretion.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional municipal office.
- A satisfactory police record check appropriate to the position will be required following a conditional offer of employment.
The Municipality of Temagami offers an annual salary ranging from $64,954 to $75,740, commensurate with qualifications and experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume in PDF format by email only, no later than 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2026, to:
Email: CAO@temagami.ca
Applicants must include “Municipality of Temagami – Clerk Position” in the email subject line.
