EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Post-secondary Diploma in Accounting, Human Resources or a related field is required.
- Completion of Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) Certificate from Canadian Payroll
Association; and or Benefits Administration Programs/Courses is considered an asset.
- Two (2) years of related benefits and/or payroll experience is beneficial.
- Experience working in a municipal setting is an asset.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of benefits, pay administration or HR is an asset;
- Working knowledge of relevant Government and legal regulations including but not limited to the
Employment Standards Code and Municipal Government Act;
- Education and/or knowledge of LAPP pension plan is an asset; and
- A combination of equivalent experience and education can be considered.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Strong analytical and creative thinking skills; able to solve problems and deal effectively with
people in difficult situations;
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; able to communicate professionally and
maintain ongoing communication to anticipate and prevent potential problems, develop, and maintain
positive and effective working relationships with employees, council and members of the public;
- Strong work ethic and highly motivated; able to work in a fast-paced environment, respond to
action requests and competing deadlines in a timely matter. Able to maintain a high level of
accuracy and attention to detail;
- High level of integrity and the able to maintain confidentiality; and
- Intermediate proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- A satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
The regular hours of work are between 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (overtime
eligible).
What we offer?
- • We are a growing municipality that is focused on energy, agriculture, and tourism.
• Staff engagement and satisfaction are crucial to our success. Our leadership team values your
voice and input and welcomes feedback.
• We support local charities and the Lamont County foodbank.
• We are connected to each other and access to other employees is easy for advice, support or
answers (both in person and virtually).
• We have a defined benefit pension plan, a competitive health and dental benefits plan, education
and membership opportunities, three weeks vacation to start (inclusive of statutory holidays), and
a friendly team environment.
This competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found – internal and external
candidates will be considered.
Lamont County is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and to promoting the health
and well-being of its employees. We are a smoke-free work environment; smoking & vaping is
permitted in designated outdoor areas only.