Communications Assistant - Student

Town of LaSalle, Ontario; Lasalle; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of LaSalle in Ontario, Canada seeks a Communications Assistant - Student to help share information with the public, media, staff and Council. The role depends on strong research and writing skills to create clear, concise materials and visually appealing content.

The successful candidate will report to the Director of Strategy and Engagement and collaborate with the Corporate Communications and Promotions Officer on projects that engage internal departments and external partners.

Qualifications

• Must be a post-secondary student returning to school in September 2027.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ontario Class G2 or G driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, writing and design of communication resources including plans, media releases, advisories, newsletters, flyers, brochures, social posts.
• Provide general administrative support including filing, responding to correspondence, researching, writing letters/reports.
• Assist in planning, organizing and communicating events and activities.
• Attend events providing photos/videos and posting on the Town’s social media pages.
• Monitor media and social media.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Research skills

Education

Pursuing Marketing/Communications degree

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Canva

Constant Contact

Hootsuite

Photography

Videography

Graphic design

Job description

Reports To

Corporate Communications and Promotions Officer

Brief Description

Job Title: Communications Assistant - Student

Department

Strategy and Engagement

Reports To

Corporate Communications and Promotions Officer

Employment Period

January 4, 2027 - April 30, 2027

The Student Communications Assistant will be engaged in daily tasks to share information with the public, media, internal staff and Council members. This position will rely on their strong research skills and exceptional writing skills to create clear, concise and visually appealing communication materials. The Communications Assistant will report to the Director of Strategy and Engagement and work closely with the Corporate Communication and Promotions Officer and will be involved in projects that engage internal departments and external partners.

Requirements

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, writing and design of communication resources including communication plans, media releases, media advisories, newsletters, flyers, brochures, social media posts and other promotional materials.
• Provide general administrative support including photocopying, filing, responding to correspondence, researching, writing letters/reports etc.
• Assist in planning, organizing and communication of events and special activities.
• Attend events and special activities providing assistance with taking photos, videos and posting on the Town’s social media pages.
• Monitoring media and social media.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be a post-secondary student, working towards a degree/diploma in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business or other related program, and be returning to school in September 2027.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ontario Class "G2" or “G” driver’s license.

Qualifications Considered Assets

• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Canva, Constant Contact, social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and Hootsuite.
• Experience with photography, videography and graphic design.
• Ability to multi-task with strong organizational skills and time management skills.

Working Conditions

• Duties shall be performed mostly indoors with some exposure to the outdoors.
• Prolonged hours sitting at a desk.
• Manual dexterity to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Safety equipment as required.

Hours of Work

• Primary hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• May be scheduled afternoon, evening, weekend shifts as needed (35 hours per week).

Physical Requirements

• Physical work environment requiring extended periods of walking, standing, and sitting.

Leadership Responsibilities

• None

Summary

We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will only be used to determine eligibility for potential employment. We are dedicated to equal opportunity. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. The recruitment process does not utilize artificial intelligence for applicant screening or selection. This posting is for a newly created position.