Location
Nisku, AB | Canada
Job description
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Establishes, maintains, and contributes subject matter expertise and guidance to members of council, administration and the public regarding legislative process, roles and procedures, in accordance with legislation and established practices.
- Prioritizes work in a changeable environment.
- Verify necessary materials and documents, including bylaws and submissions from the public, are properly presented and considered before Council and its committees.
- Accurately records council and committee activities and decisions for the corporate record.
- Ensures debate and decisions are conducted according to proper procedure and legislation.
- Provides necessary support, templates and procedures to facilitate legislative processes.
- Serves as the clerk of quasi-judicial tribunals for the Regional Subdivision and Development Appeal Board and Regional Assessment Review Board.
- Oversees the County’s agenda management software program and required audio/visual systems, including liaison with appropriate internal partners and vendors.
- Coordinates municipal elections and acts as Returning Officer.
- Researches best practices, prepares reports, and delivers education activities to stakeholder groups.
- Implements projects and day-to-day work assignments to meet service area deliverables.
- Supports the Freedom of Information and Privacy (FOIP) Act process as the backup for the records management coordinator for access to information requests under the FOIP Act.
- Purchases good/services on behalf of the county, within their assigned authority, ensuring efficient, responsible use of funds.
- Develops and recommends administrative directives and procedures, ensuring adherence to applicable legislation.
- Researches and carries out projects, studies and reports as assigned.
- Strives to continually enhance the quality and delivery of services through efficiencies and innovation.
- Adheres to guidelines as set out in Leduc County’s policies and administrative directives.
- Accountable for working in compliance with the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code and participation in the Health, Safety and Wellness Program.
- Performs related duties as required.
Requirements:
Must-have
- A diploma in administrative law, business, commerce, political science, public administration or related discipline
- At least five years of progressively responsible and diversified experience working in a public sector environment or equivalent multi-disciplined organization • Experience working with legislation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of tools and other database and spreadsheet applications
- Experience with the Municipal Government Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Local Authorities Election Act
- Knowledge of municipal government functions, including parliamentary procedure, tribunal administration, general legal processes and interpretation of legislation
- A service focus with strong verbal and written communication skills
- The ability to deliver presentations, and prepare clear, concise reports for senior levels of management
Nice to have- National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA), local government program certificate, Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation, Registered Parliamentarian (RP), and/or Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) designation will be considered assets
- Demonstrated proficiency in an agenda management software program
- Familiarity with municipal operations and knowledge of rural communities
Additional Job Information:
Posted Date: Mar 07, 2024
Closing Date: Mar 20, 2024
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