Job Overview The Municipality of the District of Chester (MODC) is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our Community Development team.

As our next Administrative Assistant, you are friendly and approachable, organized, and able to keep pace in a busy office environment. You enjoy helping customers get the information that they need and are computer savvy and comfortable in a digital setting (digital accounting and records management especially). You have excellent communication skills and are a natural problem-solver. If this sounds like you, let us know!

Under the direction of the Director of Community Development & Recreation, the Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to Planning, Development and Building Services. The incumbent will complete various day-to-day administrative duties and functions including responding to routine inquiries, processing of applications and maintaining files and records.

Qualifications:

- Certification in Office Administration or equivalent or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the capability to assume the duties of Administrative Assistant.
- Experience working as an office administrator is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Knowledge of modern office practices and equipment.
- Knowledge, ability and experience operating computers (i.e. Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet & Email). Knowledge of Townsuite or (other accounting software) and Laserfiche is an asset.
- Ability to learn assigned administrative tasks readily and to adhere to prescribed routines.
- Ability to interact well with the public and provide high-quality customer service.
- Friendly, outgoing personality.




- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and public.

Fine Print Employment Status: This is a term position (until February 2027) to backfill a vacancy.

Regular hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (35 hours per week).

Salary: Level 2 ($44,581 - $59, 293), commensurate with qualifications.

Benefits: Vacation pay (4%). As a term role, this position is not eligible for group benefits or pension.

To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter, in confidence. Applications will be accepted until 4:30pm, Friday, October 9, 2026.

While we thank you for your interest, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Our commitment to fair treatment The Municipality of Chester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity, and to offering equal employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance — free from discrimination or harassment because of age, race, colour, religion, creed, ethnicity, national or aboriginal origin, sex (including pregnancy and pay equity), sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, family status, gender identity, gender expression, or other protected characteristics, in accordance with the Nova Scotia Human Rights Code.

The Municipality of Chester is committed to the principles of the Accessibility Act. As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodation as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources.

Pay: $44,581.00-$59,293.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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