Executive Assistant – Regional District of Nanaimo – Nanaimo, BC

As one of the most attractive areas in British Columbia to live and work, the Regional District of Nanaimo provides a variety of local and regional services throughout Vancouver Island’s beautiful central east coast.  Communities within the regional district include the municipalities of Nanaimo, Lantzville, Parksville and Qualicum Beach, as well as seven unincorporated Electoral Areas for a total population of more than 140,000 people.  The RDN is governed by a 17-member Regional Board, which is comprised of ten directors from the member municipalities and seven directors elected by Electoral Area residents.

The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking an Executive Assistant who will be responsible for providing confidential administrative and organizational support to the Chief Administrative Officer, Chair, Board members, General Managers / Directors, and for providing administrative support to the Corporate Services department relating to selection and recruitment for Human Resources.

Qualifications include a Certificate or Diploma in Business Administration or related degree, plus a minimum five years administrative experience in a local government, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  A Certificate in Local Government Administration is an asset.  Experience working in a political environment with senior staff and elected officials is preferred, along with considerable knowledge of the Local Government Act, the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and the Local Government Management Association Records Management System.

This excluded position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.  Visit our website at www.rdn.bc.ca for a complete job description, and more information on the Regional District of Nanaimo.

A complete resume of experience, qualifications and references will be accepted until 4:00 pm, May 13, 2015 quoting Competition No. 2015-32, to the Human Resources Department, Regional District of Nanaimo, 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6N2; Fax: 250-390-4163, or email rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca.

Thank you for your interest in this position.  Only those under consideration will be contacted.

Location: Nanaimo, BC
Profession(s): Corporate Services
Office Administration
Date Posted: Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 8:51:16 AM (PST)
Posting Expires: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 4:00:00 PM (PST)

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