Municipal Clerk

at  The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula

The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula has a permanent population of over 4,000. That number swells during the summer as people arrive looking to escape the city and enjoy beautiful Northern Bruce Peninsula.
The Municipality is currently seeking a full-time, permanent Clerk, due to an upcoming retirement. The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer. This position will have the ability to have a flexible work arrangement.
Why join our team?
· Competitive remuneration package;
o Annual salary range: $104,559 to $130,689
· Our municipality values a work life balance;
· Your family will enjoy a slower, richer pace of life;
· Be steps away from a national park;
· Easily access and explore Bruce trails; and
· Live in a community where you can enjoy outdoor activities, in all four seasons.
As our Clerk, you will:

OPERATIONAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE

o Carries out all duties of the Municipal Clerk as set out in the Municipal Act.
o Prepares a variety of reports, letters, and memorandums for the Department.
o Attends Council, Committee and other meetings, as required.
o Acts as Registrar under the Vital Statistics Act.
o Acts as a resource person to Council, advising on Council procedures and the duties and responsibilities of Council members.
o Develops policies and procedures related to the responsibilities of the position and assists the Council and the CAO in developing Municipal policies and procedures.
o Oversight of a Records & Information Management program including active and inactive storage of records, electronic records, archival and library material and ensure all corporate records are retained or destroyed in accordance with Municipal By-laws.
You have:
· Post Secondary education in Public Administration, Political Science, Law, Business Administration or a related field.
· Five years of experience within a Municipal Clerk’s department with a minimum of two years of experience in a supervisory and/or management level experience.
· Thorough working knowledge of municipal legislation/regulations including the Municipal Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Municipal Elections Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and other legislation.
· Ability to provide functional advice to all Municipal staff with regard to Council decisions and provides advice and recommendations to Council, staff, and the public regarding legislation, policies, and procedures.
· Must possess the ability to preserve the integrity of confidential matters that may have legal implications on the Municipality.
· Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of agenda and minute preparation software, Microsoft Office software and other related software packages.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills to prepare reports, presentations to Council and provide policy advice.
· Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence.
A full job description can be found at www.northbrucepeninsula.ca

Please refer the Job description for details