Quinte West, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
The City of Quinte West is situated on the shores of the beautiful Bay of Quinte. We are located directly along the Highway 401 corridor approximately 1.5 hours east of Toronto and 2.5 hours west of Ottawa. Over 46,560pe…
Skills: Office Administration, Planning Policies, Records Management, Google Workspace, Microsoft Word
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Provides administrative support to the Planning and Development Services department, including managing records and processing development applications. Acts as Recording Secretary for committee meetings and handles public inquiries and revenue collection.
Requires a minimum of a two-year College Diploma in Office Administration or a related field and at least two years of office experience. Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, along with knowledge of planning regulations, is essential.
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Position: |
Administrative Assistant, Planning |
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Department: |
Planning and Development Services |
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Division: |
Planning Services |
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Reports to: |
Manager of Planning Services |
Planning and Development Services
This department assists and advises the public, land stakeholders, government agencies and Council on matters related to land use planning and development, municipal by-law enforcement, and building services.
Planning Services
This department assists the public with proposals and applications for the development of land while ensuring that the City’s Official Plan and Zoning By-law are being maintained.
Purpose and Scope:
The Administrative Assistant, Planning is responsible for providing administrative support to the Director, the Manager of Planning Services and in general, the Department of Planning & Development Services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The position will:
Note: Above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all-inclusive.
Contacts:
The position will have direct contact with:
Internal: The Director of Planning & Development Services, the Manager of Planning Services, department staff, City staff, members of Council and Committees.
External: The general public, developers, consultants and solicitors as required.
Education/Specialized Training/Skills:
The position will require:
Work Experience:
The position will require:
Nice to Have
Although not required, the following would be considered an asset to this position
Previous municipal experience.
Decision Making:
The position is responsible for providing accurate and timely reports to the Director and Manager.
Supervision:
Not applicable.
Work Environment:
Note: This posting is for an existing full time vacancy.
What we offer you:
OMERS pension plan
Competitive employer-paid extended health benefits
Minimum of 3 weeks vacation
Opportunity to participate in our Flexible Work Program, subject to applicable policies and approvals, which includes:
Hybrid work model for eligible positions
Flexible start time for eligible positions
Compressed biweekly work schedule for eligible positions
Personal information and any supporting material are collected and administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Quinte West is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 613-392-2841 ext. 1106 or [email protected] to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Applicants will be required to consent to the completion of a criminal reference check and the completion of a driver’s abstract, if deemed a requirement of the position. The City of Quinte West does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates in its recruitment processes. All applications are reviewed and assessed by Human Resources staff and the hiring manager.
Quinte West, A Natural Attraction The City of Quinte West is situated on the shores of the scenic Bay of Quinte - the gateway to the world famous Trent-Severn Waterway. This beautiful natural setting, combined with a progressive and vibrant community and direct location along the Highway 401 corridor, makes Quinte West a great place to live and the right place to do business.
Offices: 7 Creswell Drive, PO Box 490, Trenton, Ontario K8V 5R6, CA
Quinte West, A Natural Attraction The City of Quinte West is situated on the shores of the scenic Bay of Quinte - the gateway to the world famous Trent-Severn Waterway. This beautiful natural setting, combined with a progressive and vibrant community and direct location along the Highway 401 corridor, makes Quinte West a great place to live and the right place to do business.
Offices: 7 Creswell Drive, PO Box 490, Trenton, Ontario K8V 5R6, CA
