Employment Opportunity

The Township of Burpee & Mills

Employment Opportunity, Clerk-Treasurer - 1 Year Term

The Township of Burpee and Mills is located at the west end of Manitoulin Island. We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated individual for the position of Clerk-Treasurer for a 1-year term.

This senior management role reports directly to Council and is responsible for the overall delivery of services with the Municipality. The successful candidate will assume statutory responsibilities of Clerk-Treasurer under the Municipal Act, 2001.

Reporting to Council, the Clerk-Treasurer has the following key duties and responsibilities: Act as the principal advisor to Council and perform any duties associated with authorities delegated by Council ensuring that decisions align with the will of Council;

Oversee the development and administration of the Municipality’s operating and capital budgets; Ensure compliance with the statutory duties of the Clerk-Treasurer as set out in the Municipal Act, 2001, and other statutory roles as may be required;

Liaise with provincial ministries and agencies;

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of municipal, provincial and federal legislation applicable to the municipal sector.

Qualifications: College diploma in a related field or hold a recognized municipal designation (AMT or equivalent) and five years municipal experience or a combination of education and experience. Exceptional communication skills and political acumen to interact with diverse interest holders. Fully proficient in information technology including Microsoft Office, Excel and Quick Books.

Advanced understanding of policies and legislative requirements related to Ontario Municipalities, municipal by-laws, government administration, Council process and procedural activities, including but not limited to the following: Municipal Act, Municipal Elections Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Lottery Licensing.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills, Ability to ensure integrity, impartiality and professionalism in the conduct of duties. This position is for a 1-year term, 35-hour work week from Monday to Friday, After-hours work required for Council and Committee meetings, critical periods or situations. Annual salary range as per the Township of Burpee and Mills pay scale is $66,300.00 to $86,700.00. Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume (by email) to burpeemills@vianet.ca quoting “Clerk-Treasurer” in the subject line. Resumes will only be accepted until Thursday February 6, 2025. We appreciate all responses; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted