Council Officer Jobs

Office of the City Clerk

for an experienced and motivated individual.

• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in the City’s core competencies.

CITIZENS FIRST THROUGH SERVICE EXCELLENCE

• Monitors emerging trends and issues from community stakeholders including residents, business and organizations.

• Gathers data to inform potential policy solutions, member’s resolutions and decision-making by the Member at meetings.

Develops and manages relationships with Council and committee members and departmental staff to meet the priorities of the department.

3-4 years’ of related experience. Experience working with a professional regulator considered an asset including experience in preparation of minutes.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Excellent oral and written communications skills with an ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders including Council, senior staff, and the public.

Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Demonstrate leadership in project planning, including the prioritization and identification of the requirements for projects;

Significant experience in optimizing cell culture processes in vat-fed mode based on high-throughput multi-bioreactor systems.

Experience in optimizing cell culture processes in perfusion mode is an asset.

Experience in feedback loop design is an asset.

Experience in drafting technical specifications for the purchase of complex equipment is an asset.

Extensive knowledge of cell culture behaviour, different cell culture systems, and process optimization.

High attention to detail, excellent customer service, ability to meet deadlines and skillfully manage multiple priorities.

Excellent computer skills (Advance, Excel, Word, Google Suite, experience with Zoom and webinars).

Negotiates contracts for services, vendors, suppliers, and contractors and manages program expenditures.

2-3 years of experience working in non-profit sector, student engagement, alumni relations, fundraising, community relations, communications, or special events/programming.

Well-developed communication skills (written and oral) and proven diplomacy when dealing with volunteers.

Experience working at a large post-secondary institution or non-profit organization. Experience within the University of Alberta faculty environment is an asset.

Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, its regulations and knowledge of the hazards associated with the work.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged

We offer a smoke-free office environment

Attend meetings with or on behalf of the Councillors as required and remain current on related issues and outcomes.

Coordinate travel arrangements for workshops/conferences/events, planning and hosting of local conferences/meetings with government dignitaries and other governmental organizations/associations.

Provide assistance and follow-up on initiatives arising from various committees of Council.

Ability to set priorities effectively and problem solve, including early identification and management of risks, with strong attention to detail

Project management training is an asset or demonstrated ability to manage projects through to completion within budget and timeframes

Establish and manage workplans, budgets, and provide direction to any contractors or staff

Exceptional oral and written communication skills, and demonstrated ability to create compelling content and copy

Design skills with the ability to develop creative content and understanding of current trends in communications

Ability to manage strategic partnerships and work in partnership with First Nations communities and organizations

Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency;

Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to communicate with difficult customers;

Experience working with Agenda.Net, City Website editing and Live Link will be considered an asset;

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged

We offer a smoke-free office environment

Prepares and types items such as reports, resolutions from Council/Standing Committee meetings, agendas, CAO Delegation of Authority Reports, Mayor’s proclamations, etc.

Post-secondary degree in public administration, Indigenous studies, environmental studies, resource management, or a related field, plus minimum five years of experience

Strong budget management/forecasting; human resource skills including planning; and the ability to develop workplans

Develop and manage workplans, budgets, and reporting requirements

Oversee management of Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator

A knowledgeable manager who understands BC First Nations relations and environmental issues

Demonstrated experience in stakeholder and government relations