There is “Lots to Love” in Clearwater, B.C. Located at the entrance to the world-famous Wells Gray Provincial Park, Clearwater is your gateway to a unique lifestyle and a lifetime of continued adventure. Our backyard, includes the world-famous Trophy Mountain Meadows, the impressive Helmcken Falls (three times higher than Niagara Falls) and the world-famous canoe only Murtle Lake! This vibrant, provincially recognized community is friendly and affordable with a population of 2,450 people and is only a 75-minute drive from Kamloops. Our community has an amazing quality of life with something for everyone, an abundance of activities – sports, including an ice arena (hockey, figure skating and curling), 2 – 9-hole golf courses, hiking, biking, kayaking, camping, cross country skiing, arts and culture, community recreation healthy living program, senior’s activity centre, a hospital, schools for K-7 & 8-12, and rural adult education opportunities through Thompson Rivers University.
The District is currently recruiting for an Executive Assistant to join our management team. The individual must be enthusiastic and highly motivated, This is a full time exempt position that requires a high level of confidentiality, will perform a variety of complex administrative duties for the Mayor and Council, the Chief Administrative Officer, and Director of Finance. The Executive Assistant position involves a wide range of responsibilities carried out under tight deadlines and requires a high level of accuracy in relation to assisting with statutory duties and administrative tasks as set out in the Community Charter and Local Government Act. A working knowledge of the Community Charter, Local Government Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, statutes and other relevant legislation and regulations applicable to work performed is required.
Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point is required; along with highly developed organizational and executive skills. The role responds to a wide range of inquiries (written, telephone and in person) from key stakeholders, and maintains effective relationships with the general public, community organizations, Council, District staff, other levels of government and outside agencies.
A Certificate or Diploma in Public Sector Administration from a post-secondary institution or a related field, along with at least five years’ experience in local government administration is an asset. An equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered. The successful candidate will also possess excellent communication, research and interpersonal skills, and be a team player. The complete job description is available upon request.
The District offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, a supportive work environment and supports continued career and professional development. Qualified applicants are invited to send your resume including references and covering letter by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19th, 2017 to:
Leslie Groulx, Chief Administrative Officer
District of Clearwater
Box 157, 209 Dutch Lake Road
Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N1
Fax: 250-674-2173
Email: lgroulx@docbc.ca
We thank you in advance for your interest in our position, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.r, only those short listed for interviews will be contacted.