Foothills County                                                  Employment Opportunity

Legislative Services Assistant-Communications and Assistant to Deputy CAO

(Permanent – Full Time)

Foothills County encompasses a diverse rural landscape covering approximately 3,600 square kilometres located in the foothills of southern Alberta.  Foothills County is inviting applications for a permanent full-time Legislative Services Assistant-Communications and Assistant to Deputy CAO.

This role provides administrative and clerical support to the Deputy CAO and supports the Communications Coordinator in all areas relating to the Communications Department.  Additional duties include providing legislative and clerical support to the Legislative Services Manager by supporting functions of Council, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Assessment Review Board, Agricultural Services Board as well as other County Boards and Committees.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills, diplomacy and professionalism including strong oral and written communication skills.  Excellent communication skills with an emphasis on accuracy and clarity.  The candidate must have time management and above average organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.  Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, web based interfaces and key social media platforms.

To view the complete job description and more information about this opportunity, please visit our website at www.mdfoothills.com

 

Qualified candidates are invited to forward their cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources

Foothills County

Box 5605, 309 Macleod Trail

High River, Alberta  T1V 1M7

Email:  opportunities@mdfoothills.com

 

This competition closes on Friday, February 22, 2019 at 4:00 p.m.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those applicants to be interviewed will be contacted.