Do you love Edmonton? Do you want to be part of making Edmonton the best place to live, work & play? Do you thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? If yes, then please read on.

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with City of Edmonton Councillor, Thu Parmar and the Ward sipiwiyiniwak team. With over 100,000 residents in the southwest ward, we are a team dedicated to building public trust and confidence in our local government.

As Council Assistant, you will play a key role, working closely with the Councillor, the team, and the community at large to further advance the vision and mission of the office.

What will you do?

- Administrative Support:
- Coordinate scheduling and logistics for the Councillor, including meetings, and community engagement events
- Organize and maintain digital and paper documentation

- Constituent Support and Community Outreach:

- Deliver excellent customer service by handling inquiries and concerns from public members via phone, email, or in person. Ensure prompt service to residents
- Proactively identify issues and escalate them to the Councillor as appropriate
- Attend meetings and events as appropriate

- Communication and Research Support:

- Research and synthesize information to create reports, briefing materials and ward communications
- Create monthly newsletter
- Maintain politically sensitive information





- Completion of Grade 12 and related post-secondary course work
- Two years of related administrative, customer service and/or public relations experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to handle conflict and demonstrate effective listening skills
- Excellent computer proficiency
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Assets:

- Live in Ward sipiwiyiniwak
- Relevant political and media experience
- Experience with managing social media accounts

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected]. Learn more about our perks https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Up to 1 Project Term position up to October 24, 2029

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Salary Range: $25.174 to $31.256 at 40 hours of work per week

Recruitment Consultant: SM/SB

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation

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