Full-Time Legislative Assistant

The District Of Fort St. James; Fort St. James; Hybrid; CAD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and pension plan

Job summary

The District of Fort St. James is seeking a permanent full-time Legislative Assistant to support the Corporate Officer with council meetings, agenda packages, minutes and research.

You will help with community engagement, reports, travel arrangements for officials and staff, and front counter duties in a busy municipal office. Requirements include a post-secondary administrative diploma/certificate with 3+ years’ experience, knowledge of Microsoft Office, strong communication skills, and a Class

Qualifications

• Diploma/Certificate from a post-secondary administrative program with 3+ years of experience.
• Local government experience is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong communications (verbal and written).
• Ability to maintain professional relationships and confidentiality; Class 5 Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Assist Corporate Officer with council meetings and agenda packages.
• Facilitate meeting invites, minutes and research for council and staff.
• Prepare reports, registrations and travel arrangements for elected officials.
• Assist with Front Counter and some accounts payable.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Education

Post-secondary administrative diploma/certificate

Job description

Position Overview

The District of Fort St. James is seeking a permanent full-time Legislative Assistant. The successful candidate will report to the Corporate Officer. The Legislative Assistant is responsible for assisting the Corporate Officer with council meetings and agenda packages, facilitating meeting invites, meeting minutes, research, community engagement, completing reports, registration and travel arrangements for elected officials and staff, assisting with the Front Counter, and some accounts payable.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Diploma/Certificate from a post-secondary administrative program with at least 3 years experience, or a combination of equivalent experience and education. Knowledge of and experience in a local government setting is an asset. Ability to work in a formal environment maintaining professional relationships and confidentiality. Applicants would have a good knowledge of Microsoft Office, have strong verbal and written communications skills, and possess a Class 5 Driver’s License.

Additional Information

This is a permanent full-time union position offering 35 hours of work per week, the hourly rate is $35.56 with 4% in lieu of vacation, after the successful completion of a 90-day probationary period the District offers a comprehensive benefits and pension plan.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check.

Posting Date

Sept 1, 2026

Contact Information

District of Fort St. James
477 Stuart Drive West
Fort St. James, B.C.
V0J 1P0
250-996-8233

The District of Fort St. James offers competitive compensation, a commitment to training and professional development, a supportive and inclusive work environment and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the organization and the community of Fort St. James.