Now boasting a population of over 11,000, Blackfalds is one of the youngest and fastest growing communities in Canada.
Ideally situated in Central Alberta, and in between Alberta’s two largest urban centres, Blackfalds retains the feel and security of a small town while being only a short drive from first, middle, senior and post-secondary education, regional scale shopping outlets, and entertainment.
Outstanding recreational opportunities, a robust and diversified economy and affordable land and housing are among the factors contributing to our thriving, successful, and dynamic community.
The Town of Blackfalds is seeking an energetic person with a great work attitude as our Executive & Legislative Coordinator. You have an abundance of personal initiative, strong organizational skills, a high level of integrity and political sensitivity you play a key role within the Town of Blackfalds team!
As the Executive & Legislative Coordinator, you will provide high level executive and confidential administrative support, as well as assist in ensuring fluid communications, coordination and continuity between Mayor, Council, CAO, and Senior Leadership.
You will be responsible for leading and coordinating daily operations of Mayor and CAO offices. You will have primary responsibility of the preparation of Council and meeting agenda packages and meeting minutes in addition to meeting decision follow up and associated processes.
You will be responsible to assist in providing legislative, governance and procedural support, including analysis, research and drafting of new policies and bylaws, and other related documents. The position also assumes the role of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) Secretary, as well as the Returning Officer for Municipal Elections and Census Coordinator.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent working knowledge of The Alberta Municipal Government Act as well as municipal government structure and functionality.
- Excellent judgement, interpersonal and customer services skills.
- Ability to maintain and uphold a high level of confidentiality.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills working with Council, Staff, Provincial and Federal government bodies and officials, and the general public in all types of circumstances.
- Competent with MS Office Suite.
- Ability to take a leadership role in projects ensuring positivity, creativity, and innovation on joint projects with other team members while ensuring the CAO is properly informed and involved where needed to make decisions as project sponsor.
- Exceptional problem solving, research and writing skills.
- High level of attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
- A professional and calm demeanor coupled with a strong intuition for dealing with people.
The Executive & Legislative Coordinator position is a salaried full time permanent position.
The position works 35 hours / week which includes attending biweekly evening meetings and weekend workshops.
The salary range for this position is $70,896.00 - $81,064.00 / year.
The posting remains open until suitable candidate found.
Application Return:
The Town of Blackfalds is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals interested in applying for any positions to submit their cover letter and resume via our
online applicant tracking system.
You must apply for this position online. We do not accept applications in person, by fax, email, or mail.