Community Committee Clerk - Winnipeg, Canada - City of Winnipeg

City of Winnipeg

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Winnipeg, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Under the general supervision of the Manager of the Decision-Making Process, the Committee Clerk attends meetings of, and provides assistance to, the Executive Policy Committee, Standing Committees, Community Committee, other Committees of Council, as assigned, and acts as an Election Officer in Civic Elections and By-Elections.

The Clerk works directly with the Manager of the Decision-Making Process as well as the Senior Committee Clerks doing all things necessary to ensure the needs of the committees are met.

As the _Community Committee Clerk, _
you will:

Attend meetings of Committees of Council as required, providing support
Compile/prepare written materials, including disposition of items, minutes and other correspondence as required
Provide procedural and policy advice
Conduct research on items as required
Arrange/Clerk Community Committee and Ad Hoc meetings, provide notification of such and attend all meetings
Liaise with elected officials, the administration, the public and citizen/business groups
Provide accurate communications on Committee decisions and recommendations
Act as an Election Officer

Your education and qualifications include:

University Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or other related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Prior related experience required, including experience working with elected officials and senior administration/management.
Knowledge of the Civic structure, Council and its Committees
Knowledge of relevant legislation, bylaws and Council policies
Knowledge of the municipal decisionmaking process and procedures
Ability to effectively utilize word processing and other related software including specialized departmental systems such as DMIS and Elections databases
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing (bilingual for Riel Community Committee position)
Ability to take notes rapidly and to prepare concise and accurate minutes / related correspondence
Analytical ability and problemsolving skills
Ability to train, supervise, develop and evaluate staff
Ability to work under pressure, set priorities, meet deadlines and organize work
Ability to work discreetly with confidential matters

Conditions of employment: