The Municipal Services Clerk provides administrative support to the overall Community, Development and Infrastructure and Protective Services departments. The role involves maintaining records, work order and permit management, coordinating with residents, vendors, and public safety agencies. Key responsibilities include handling inquiries, records management, processing service requests and supporting regulatory compliance in areas such as municipal operations, bylaw enforcement, building, planning, and emergency services. The position ensures smooth communication and coordination between municipal departments and with the public, contributing to the effective delivery of municipal services

• Report writing techniques; proofreading; statistical and record keeping principles and procedures.
• Communicating effectively and tactfully with all co-workers, contractors, vendors and segments of the community, including private and public organizations.
• Ability to work in an office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations (if required).
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing less than 50lbs (i.e., office supplies).
• Minimum Grade 12 education with 5 years’ experience in an administrative role OR post-secondary business diploma or degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency in computer applications, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel), GIS.
• Fundamental accounting, bookkeeping and knowledge of procurement processes.
• Valid class “G” driving license.

Please see the Municipal Services Clerk’s Job Description for the complete requirements and responsibilities for this position.

Thank you for your interest. We encourage qualified candidates to email their resume and cover letter to HR@cochraneontario.com on or before April 11, 2025, at 3:00 PM.

The Town of Cochrane is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA). If you need an accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please call (705) 272-4361.

Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection Privacy Act.

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.