The Job
The Town of Edson is seeking an experienced, professional, and competent individual for the Executive Assistant position.
Under the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Executive Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the CAO, Mayor, and Council. Organizational skills, conscientiousness, political sensitivity, and professionalism are fundamental in delivering exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders.
The Candidate
This person must possess a high degree of personal initiative, organizational skills, integrity, professionalism, and political sensitivity. They must
thrive in a fast-paced environment characterized by unexpected pivots that require a person to think on their feet. They must be skilled, courteous, meticulously organized, and highly resilient.
In addition to the above, the right candidate will possess:
- A post-secondary certificate in office administration, public administration, or related field, and
- Three to five years of related experience, preferably in a municipal setting.
Please see the below Job Description for a more detailed picture.
Compensation
The wage range for this position currently sits at
$60,000-$72,500 per year. Candidate placement within the range during the first six months on the job is dependent on experience, available budget, and internal equity.
How do you apply?
Please send us a resume and a cover letter not exceeding one page in length by 4:00 pm, May 20, 2022. Please tell us who you are, what you value, and why you think this position is a good fit for you in that cover letter
. If you plan to relocate for this position, please clearly indicate this.
Internal applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the position will have the opportunity to interview.
Please send your cover letter and resume to:
Email:
humanresources@edson.ca
Be sure to quote Competition Number: EDSOM-202207
Closing Date: May 20, 2022
Job Description
Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Executive Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the CAO, Mayor, and Council. Organizational skills, conscientiousness, political sensitivity, and professionalism are fundamental in delivering exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders.