Policy & Committee Co-ordinator

Simcoe County; Midhurst; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Ontario is seeking a Policy and Committee Coordinator to develop and manage the corporate policy framework. The candidate will coordinate Council meetings, provide internal advisory support, and ensure compliance with municipal policies. A post-secondary diploma and relevant experience in policy coordination are required. This is a full-time position offering opportunities for professional growth within the public sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years in office administration or equivalent experience.
• Experience in policy coordination or development in municipal government.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as per relevant laws.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain corporate policy framework.
• Coordinate meetings for Council and Committees.
• Provide advice to internal stakeholders on policy compliance.

Skills

Excellent presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Two-year post-secondary diploma in Office Administration

Degree in Public Administration or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Outlook)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Deputy Clerk, the Policy and Committee Coordinator is an integral position within the Clerk’s Department.

The position will develop, coordinate, and maintain a corporate policy framework (policies, procedures and work instructions), liaise with policy owners, monitor policy revisions and reviews to ensure alignment with the mission, vision and values of the corporation. This position also provides advice to internal stakeholders to ensure corporate awareness and compliance with the corporate policy framework.

This position works collaboratively with others on the Clerk’s Department team delivering secretariat services (agendas, minutes, by-laws), supporting meeting coordination for Council and its Committees, and administrative support to the County Clerk and Director of Statutory Services, the Deputy Clerk, and the Clerk’s Department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)

Policy Development and Analysis :

1. Develop, implement and maintain a corporate policy / procedure / work instruction framework.

2. Promote and create awareness of the framework with internal stakeholders.

3. Provide recommendations and advice to and work collaboratively with departments to achieve adherence with the framework.

4. Consult and advise on corporate policy creation and revision in response to corporate need, updated legislation or direction of Council.

5. Ensure consistent format and language of new and revised draft policies and manage approval and publication processes including records maintenance and version control.

6. Provide regular review and report on the current status of corporate policies, such as but not limited to the list of policy owners, key policy stakeholders, last policy review date.

7. Edit and amend policy drafts as required and propose suggestions using data and analysis to improve the effects of policies.

Committee Coordination :

1. Provide meeting coordination and secretariat support to Council and its Committees and Boards. Tasks include : establishing meeting dates, meeting location, set-up of room, nameplates, refreshments, food service, technology requirements, notifications / invitations, tracking and reporting council absenteeism, organizing special meeting requirements.

2. Support the secretariat and legislative process from the preparation of draft materials to the compilation and production of final Council / Committee documents, such as agendas and minutes. This position will utilize an electronic agenda management system to publish agendas and minutes, organize and provide information regarding Council and Committees to the public and staff.

3. Attend Council / Committee meetings to provide support to Council, members and staff, and guide the public during proceedings, as may be required.

4. Provide routine guidance, explanations and interpretations to staff, Members of Council and the public with respect to meeting procedure as it relates to Council’s Procedure By-law and the Municipal Act.

5. Regularly interface with staff and the public with respect to meeting procedure as it relates to the business of Council, Committees and Boards and develop and manage routine correspondence emanating from actions related thereto.

6. Organize and lead training and development sessions for staff in relation to meeting management processes including agenda management software and best practices, report writing, as well as relevant governance and legislative related policies and procedures.

7. Maintain revisions to the County’s governance related policies such as the Procedure By-law, Council Code of Conduct, Notice Policy, Accountability and Transparency Policy, Delegation Policy, and Terms of Reference for Committees of Council.

8. Regularly research Council reports and by-laws to respond to inquiries.

9. Assist the Clerk’s Department with special projects and initiatives as directed.

10. Provide routine administrative and clerical support to the County Clerk, and Director of Statutory Services and Deputy Clerk and administrative support to the Department including maintaining inventory, conference / seminar registration, travel / accommodation arrangements, document tracking, creation of purchase orders / cheque requisitions / goods receipts and maintaining contact lists.

11. Participate on committees, task forces, work groups and special projects as directed.

12. Perform other duties as assigned.

13. Comply with provincial and County occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.

14. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

CORPORATE COMPETENCIES

Has knowledge of and demonstrated ability in our corporate competencies :

• Acts with the Customer in Mind
• Ensures Accountability
• Continuously Seeks to Improve Work Processes
• Collaborates
• Communicates with Impact
• Is Resilient

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION

Minimum two (2) year post-secondary diploma in Office Administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Completion of a degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related discipline is considered an asset.

General awareness and knowledge of related municipal legislation, including municipal policy context.

Excellent presentation, interpersonal and written and oral communication skills.

Excellent skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint and Outlook).

Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Ability to work in co-operative environment, and independently.

Ability to attend off-site locations. Class G Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.

Works well under pressure, complete multiple assignments and function effectively in a high volume workplace with multiple deadlines necessitating a high degree of accuracy.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in progressively responsible, related positions.

Experience in policy coordination, development, and analysis, preferably in a municipal government environment.

One (1) year experience as a municipal Council / Committee Coordinator or similar position would be an asset.

EFFORT

Visual effort when reviewing and preparing agendas for Committee and Council.

Mental effort when recording meeting proceedings or assisting with drafting of policies.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Regular office environment.

Availability and flexibility to work beyond normal working hours as required.

Salary Grade Union Non Union

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act (2001) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

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