Tourism & Economic Development - Student - Full Time - Government Relations - Port Elgin, ON

Tourism & Economic Development - Student - Full Time - Government Relations - Port Elgin, ON Who We Are Welcome to Bruce County We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small‑town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end. Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well‑being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper‑tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long‑term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability. As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here. What You’ll Do Reporting to the Economic Development Officer, the Economic Development Student is responsible for a variety of administrative, research and data collection, promotional, and marketing tasks. The day‑to‑day duties include front line customer service, business engagement and retention efforts, primary and secondary research, supporting office administration, and drafting and reviewing promotional and marketing content for websites, digital media, and brochures. This role may be required to act as an ambassador of the County and work with various communities and partners. Contract Duration: 16 weeks, May to August 2026. What We’re Looking For Education & Experience One year of post‑secondary education related to Journalism, Digital Media, Business Administration, Marketing Communications or Public Relations. Six months of experience in a customer service, economic and community development, marketing or tourism role. Skills & Abilities Ability to absorb new ideas and concepts quickly and to ensure they are clearly communicated to an audience. Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally. Ability to work individually as well as part of a team. Excellent writing skills, including proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Experience working with media software. General understanding of social media marketing. Valid Class G Driver’s License. What We Offer Competitive Salary: $18.10 per hour. Hours per week: 35. Vacation pay. OMERS pension with equal employer match. Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP). Apply by: February 1, 2026. Join Us Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcoming environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca. The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency‑based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting is for an existing vacancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr