Student – Municipal Advisor Assistant

1 week ago

Kingston, Canada Various Ministries Full time $18

Are you a student or recent graduate looking for an opportunity to build your career over the summer? Are you passionate about making a difference?

The Summer Employment Opportunities program provides opportunities to obtain valuable work experience, gain transferable skills, and build professional networks.

  • LEARN: Jump start your career, whether you want to learn business skills, use your French language skills, help out in a lab, or work outdoors. Put the knowledge you've acquired at school into action.
  • GROW: Enhance your skills and expand your network by working on projects, leading initiatives and sharing your ideas. Transfer the skills you learn to your future school and work experiences.
  • CONTRIBUTE: In addition to advancing your professional and personal skills, you will also give back to your community. Spend your summer working to support the interests of Ontarians
Information to assist you with the application process is available on the Summer Employment Opportunities website (opens in a new tab).

This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and at various locations across Ontario. Certain cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Carefully review locations through Google Maps (opens in a new tab) and select ONLY those locations that you are able to travel to and work in. You can select up to 10 locations.

Notes:
  • Relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries.
  • The number of positions to be filled is approximate and subject to change.
  • Please use your legal name when applying to the job ad.
  • Summer placements are typically full-time (working 36.25hrs/week or 40 hrs/week). However some part-time placements MAY be available based on mutual agreement between the hiring manager and student, if operationally feasible. Please inquire at the interview stage.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
What can I expect to do in this role?

Work Description

As a Municipal Advisor Assistant, you may have the opportunity to support the local government section in its role to provide advice and support to:

  • Build the capacity of municipalities and service managers to comply with legislation and regulations governing the operations of municipal government, and to use tools and practices to deliver services and infrastructure more efficiently.
  • Gather local/market intelligence about the capacity of municipalities and disseminate information and practices.
  • Help service managers implement and meet the objectives of their housing and homelessness plans.
  • Provide advice and support to municipalities in Central Ontario, and provide relevant information about Central Ontario municipalities to senior management.

You may have the opportunity to work on some or all of the following activities:
  • Conduct research and prepare reports, briefing notes, presentations, and letters regarding municipal and affordable housing issues.
  • Track and provide analysis on the following:
  • Local/market intelligence
  • Leading practices
  • Implementation of initiatives, such as Housing and Homelessness Plans, Ontario Disaster Relief Assistance Program, and Leader's Forum.
  • Review and update municipal governance and financial information.
  • Coordinate the tracking of municipal and affordable housing project documents.
  • Provide support to the delivery of a leader's forum or learning events for municipal stakeholders by finalizing event materials and logistics.
  • Attend meetings with municipal government staff and participate in other special projects.

How do I qualify? Mandatory

You must meet all eligibility criteria by the first day of employment (contracts begin between May and July):

  • Student Status: You must be enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution (currently or for the fall semester) OR you must have graduated within the past six months (for example, if you graduated in December, you can apply for and start a summer student position up until June of the following year).
  • Age: You must be a minimum of 15 years of age. There is no maximum age limit.
  • Residency: You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.
  • Work Status: You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) for the full duration of your summer employment.
  • Application: Applications are only accepted online by clicking the "Apply Online" button. Your application should describe how you meet the knowledge and skill requirements outlined on this ad.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • You apply your written communication skills to record data and prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, briefing notes, etc.).
  • You apply your verbal communication skills to provide advice to clients.

Technical Skills and Knowledge
  • You have knowledge of local government financial matters, and applicable policies and legislation.
  • You apply your experience using Microsoft Office applications, such as Word (word processing) and Excel (spreadsheets), as well as databases, email, and the internet to conduct research and prepare a variety of documents.

Analytical and Organizational Skills
  • You apply your research and analytical skills to assess municipal issues and provide advice.
  • You apply your planning and organizational skills to collect, organize, review, and verify information/data through review of files, reports, and other means.
  • You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines.

Other Requirements
  • You must have a valid Ontario G2 (or higher) Driver's Licence or equivalent.

Other student and recent graduate opportunities See what other summer opportunities are currently available
Also, check out all the other student and new recent graduate opportunities offered within the Ontario Public Service.
Additional Information: Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Understanding the job ad - definitions Schedule: N/A
Category: Finance and Economics
Posted on: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Note:
  • Some positions advertised on this job ad are represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and successful candidates will be required to pay monthly union dues, which are automatically deducted from your pay.

    Other positions advertised on this job ad may be excluded from the OPSEU Collective Agreement (i.e. not represented by OPSEU), depending on the business area within the Ministry in which the work is performed. You will be advised during the recruitment process by the hiring manager of the business area.

    You will receive a confirmation splash page verifying receipt of your application when it has been successfully received. You will only receive an email confirmation if you have entered your email address in the application. If you do not receive a confirmation splash page, it is likely that your application was not successfully received and it is recommended that you resubmit your application. If that still does not result in a confirmation, please contact SEO@ontario.ca during the posting period. We cannot provide assistance with submitting your application after the job ad deadline date.

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