Technical Assistant

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal government in Manitoba seeks a Technical Assistant for its Office of Sustainability, effective from May to September 2026. The role involves conducting research, supporting public engagement, and preparing communication materials. Candidates should have a minimum of one year in a relevant post-secondary program. The position offers a salary of $24.11 per hour with comprehensive employee benefits. Applications must be submitted online by February 24, 2026, for consideration.

Benefits

Employer-paid benefits

Dental and vision care

Pension plans

Education and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Successful completion of at least 1 year in related courses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and learning new software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with varied stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct best practice research and data reviews.
• Support public engagement and prepare reports.
• Prepare responses and presentations for internal and public inquiries.

Skills

Research and data review

Effective communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Collaboration skills

Report writing

Education

1 year of recognized post-secondary program

Job description

Recruitment Details

Technical Assistant
Department: Office of Sustainability, Water and Waste Department.
Designated Work Location: 1120 Waverley Street, On site.
Position Type: Temporary, until September 2026.
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, as assigned/required.
Salary: $24.11 per hour (35 hours/week) as per the Technical Assistant classification within the CUPE Collective Agreement.
Employee Group: C.U.P.E.
Posting No.: 126739
Closing Date: February 24, 2026.

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits. We take pride in fostering a diverse, safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self‑declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Metis, Inuit), Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Newcomers, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples. In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self‑identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process. Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

The City of Winnipeg Water and Waste Department is offering the following seasonal employment opportunity in the Office of Sustainability Division. As the Technical Assistant you will perform tasks required for the successful support, development and implementation of the City’s climate action policies. The position term is from May to September 2026.

As The Technical Assistant, Your Duties Will Include

• Best practice research, information gathering, data review, and report writing.
• Support public engagement including coordination, preparation, facilitation, recording, and report writing.
• Support communication, including preparing responses to internal and public inquiries, presentation preparation and delivery.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Successful completion of at least 1 year of a recognized post‑secondary program in Engineering, Environmental Studies, Public Administration, Environmental Design, Resource Management, Science, Social Science, City Planning, or other related courses.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products with an aptitude for learning new software applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including excellent written communication skills, facilitation and collaboration skills, presentation and formal report skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service (https://www.canalliance.org/en/) at application.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.

How To Apply

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume (Required).
• Cover letter indicating the year and area of study.
• Transcript of courses.
• For internal applicants: Please note, in accordance with Article 12-8, this position is typically filled by new employees. If you intend to apply for this external job posting, please contact the relevant HR department to clearly outline any unusual, irregular, or extraordinary reasons that should warrant your consideration for this role.
• Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*

Notes

Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/. For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311.

Position Reports To

Senior Sustainability Planner

• The successful applicant will be required to complete job specific training required for this position as directed.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.