Job Description

The Opportunity:

The City of Red Deer is currently recruiting for a

Legal & Legislative Services Administrative Assistant

to fill a permanent full-time position. This position provides professional administrative support to the Legal & Legislative Services Department. The primary focus of this position is providing support for the City's Privacy and Access program (FOIP).


This position is responsible for providing a wide range of professional administrative duties under tight deadlines that require a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and discretion and deals with politically sensitive issues and senior management.

As our preferred candidate, you will have:

Two-year diploma from a recognized school in Office Administration, Business Administration or equivalent. Two years of progressively responsible experience as an administrative assistant or office administrator. Knowledge of procedures, policies, bylaws, Municipal Government Act, Freedom of Information and Privacy Act, and political systems Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities and workload efficiently Demonstrated ability to manage all tasks and meet deadlines consistently Ability to focus on completing tasks with frequent interruptions Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information Experience with contract management processes, including execution requirements Excellent verbal and written communication skills Commissioner for Oaths, or ability to obtain Preference will be given to candidates with experience with Access and Privacy (FOIP).

Affiliation:

Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 417

Remuneration:

$33.25 to $35.00 per hour

Hours of Work:

75 hours biweekly, Monday to Friday; some evening and weekend work when required and needed.


We thank you for your application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.