Jeremy Valeriote, MLA for West Vancouver – Sea to Sky is seeking to fill the position of Constituency Advisor for his office based in Squamish.
A Constituency Advisor (CA) is a non-partisan employee responsible for answering public enquiries in the Constituency Office (CO) of a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA). The CA manages and responds to constituent casework on a strictly confidential basis and maintaining excellent customer service, including outreach and correspondence with provincial ministries. The CA is part of a team led by the Constituency Manager (CM) providing administrative, research, and constituency support for the MLA.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
> Salary range of $43,000 – $54,000+ per year based on full or part time hours.
> Schedule is Monday – Friday, with occasional coverage outside regular office hours.
> Office hours are at a downtown Squamish location.
> 15 vacation days annually plus all statutory provincial holidays.
> Extended Health and Dental Plan.
> Public Service Pension.
For more information and to apply: https://www.squamish-jobs.com/job/constituency-advisor-9666
THE PERFECT CANDIDATE:
> Post-Secondary education in a related field is preferred;
> 2 years of relevant experience in a public service or customer-facing workplace;
> Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and public holidays;
> Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective diplomacy and good judgement is an integral part of this position;
> Able to work collaboratively as a team player and independently,
with excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
> Maintaining strict confidentiality in all matters related to individual constituents and groups’ interactions with the CO, except where expressly waived by the individual or group;
> Service-oriented with strong customer service skills and friendly demeanor;
> Able to focus on anticipating, meeting or exceeding the needs of the MLA and/or constituent in a timely and appropriate manner;
> Ability to administer the various aspects of a community office, with well-established organizational skills;
> Ability to work under pressure, flexibly, and to be decisive in order to meet deadlines;
> Tactful, diligent and reliable;
> Understand the role of the three levels of government, plus a cross-section of provincial issues/concerns;
For more information and to apply: https://www.squamish-jobs.com/job/constituency-advisor-9666
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Assistance and Advocacy for Constituents
> Respond to constituent inquiries and casework including outreach and correspondence by email, phone call, or in person meetings;
> Liaise with provincial government ministry offices and administrative bodies in order to provide constituents with information and assistance in resolving questions and problems;
> Use knowledge of community resources to refer constituents for further assistance.
Community Outreach and Liaison
> Monitor local government and community activities to keep the MLA informed on local issues;
> Advise and assist the MLA in enhancing their role and duties in the constituency;
> On-the-job travel to accompany the MLA to meetings and functions, as required.
Information and Public Relations
> Provide constituents and community bodies with information and clarification on legislation, regulations, and government policies and programs;
> Monitor the local press in order to advise about community issues;
> Assist with social media, newsletters, and other outreach communications as required.
For more information and to apply: https://www.squamish-jobs.com/job/constituency-advisor-9666
FOR MORE JOB DETAILS & TO APPLY:
VISIT: https://www.squamish-jobs.com/job/constituency-advisor-9666
EMAIL:
[email protected]
ABOUT WHISTLER & SQUAMISH PERSONNEL:
We are helping this business recruit and/or interview for this position. Our career matching and consulting services are confidential and FREE to job seekers – with no strings or commitments required. Unfortunately we are unable to assist out of country candidates who do not have a valid work permit for Canada.
Pay: $43,000.00-$54,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
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