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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