Job: Legislative Assistant

Status: Full-time (32 hours/week), Temporary (until May 2027)

Department/Location: MPP Guy Bourgouin, Mushkegowuk-James Bay (Queen’s Park)

Salary: $78,801.66 per year

Application Deadline: July 24, 2026

Vacancy Status: Leave Coverage

Objectives: To assist the MPP with their political and legislative duties

Responsible to the Member for:

Public Relations

Contacting Constituents and general public, by telephone, writing and in person.

Dealing with enquiries and solving problems (case work) which come directly to Queen's Park, or which have to be referred from the constituency office for follow up.

Contacting senior government personnel, skilled people, officials from outside organizations, local government, the media, etc.

Administration

Administering Member's office at Queen's Park and correspondence emanating from that office

Advisory/Research Duties

Keeping track of legislation and proceedings of legislature

Keeping informed of NDP policy and the Caucus' position on topics of current interest, and concern.

Performing specialized research





Making enquiries and collecting information in connection with Member's legislative responsibilities and particular community interest and problems.

Deputizing as required for Member at appeal hearings (WSIB, EI, etc.), at meetings which he or she is unable to attend (take notes or participate).

Qualifications

Knowledge appropriate to the position of the NDP and/or Canadian Labour movement and of the Ontario Government and public affairs

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Equity and Diversity frameworks and considerations and as it applies to the duties of the position

Demonstrated knowledge, familiarity and understanding of the riding and MPPs critic portfolio

Excellent communication and writing skills.

Proficiency in speaking and writing in English and French

Social Media and editing skills is an asset

Ability to work with the public and stakeholders

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Ability to work under pressure.

Ability to do general research.

Experience in the Labour movement or NDP organization and election campaigns would be an asset.

The NDP Caucus is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.

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📌 Legislative Assistant (Ontario)
🏢 Ontario NDP
📍 Ontario