Records and Legislative Coordinator - Simcoe, Canada - Norfolk County

Norfolk County

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Simcoe, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Basic Function:

Position Description:

Records Management Coordination:

Perform business analysis of functional legislative, legal, and operational recordkeeping and evidentiary requirements to identify information, procedures and decision flows and recommend changes for improvement and initiate solutions.
Implement and review policies, procedures, guidelines, programs and practices related to the management of the Corporation's official records. Implement and maintain the Records Management Program, in both paper and electronic formats, making recommendations for amendments and updates as required and providing assistance to all service areas.
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations related to records management.
Administer the Records Management By-Law ensuring that service areas adhere to the policies and procedures.
Conduct audits to assess compliance with records management policies, procedures, and practices. Review and make recommendations for amendments and updates to the policies, procedures, and practices.
Representative on committees that relate to facility moves or departmental changes that impact records storage and information management in all formats.
Maintain the Corporation's inactive and permanent records within the Records Centre; provide records retrieval services for all County departments; manage the physical transfer of records to and from County buildings.
Collaborate with County Archivist to identify and preserve records of historical value within the Corporation.
Prepare and deliver corporate records and information management program training, web site content, and provide oneonone advice to increase education, awareness, and compliance.
Provide technical records support for end users of records management software upon request.
Implement a corporatewide secure shredding system, provide advocacy for secure destruction of confidential temporary documents, and maintain the contract for shredding services.

Legislative Coordination:

Maintain and coordinate vital statistics registration in accordance with the Vital Statistics Act.
Commissioner for taking Oaths
Receive freedom of information requests submitted under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, issuing search memos, indexing and numbering responsive records, and preparing letters.
Coordinate research requests for corporate knowledge and information.
Provide general administrative support to Clerk's office to ensure deadlines and objectives are achieved, including provision of mail and courier services.
Provide backup administrative support to the Licensing Officer.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Knowledge and Experience:

Community College Diploma or University Degree in Records and information Management, Business or related discipline with over two (2) years of experience directly in a records and information management role

OR :
Masters of Information and Library Science would be considered as equivalent to the above combination.
Relevant certification would be considered an asset or a combination of the above

Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of municipal legislation/regulations including Municipal Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Vital Statistics Act and Municipal Elections Act.
Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in information analysis, research methodologies and project management.
Ability to work independently with little direction and to meet deadlines with constantly shifting priorities.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decisionmaking skills, and attention to detail.
Able to manage multiple concurrent duties and prioritize tasks and work with minimum supervision.
Able to work with and contribute positively to serviceoriented teams.
Proven ability to research, assemble and present information and recommendations in a professional manner.
Must have ability to routinely lift and move file boxes weighing up to 10 kg.
Ability to operate general office and records storage equipment.
A valid Ontario driver's licence and access to a vehicle as travel is required.
Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Benefits

Posting #:
CUPE 17.24

Position:
Records and Legislative Coordinator

Status:
Permanent Full Time

Employee Group:
CUPE Local 4700

Salary:
$ $33.65 per hour

Division:
Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

Department:
Clerks and By-Law

Reports To:
Deputy County Clerk

Location:
Simcoe, ON. This role is currently eligible for the hybrid work model.

Norfolk County's hybrid model requires employees to be flexible with the days of the week and number of days in office vs working at home.

This is based on requirements of