Temporary Administrative Assistant

Autism Services; Balcarres; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SUMA benefits

Bondable

Job summary

Autism Services in Canada seeks a Temporary Assistant Administrator to support the CAO, Public Works Foreman, and Town Council. The role focuses on daily administrative and financial operations while delivering professional service to residents and staff.

The successful candidate will handle budgeting, taxation, and office management tasks, with an emphasis on accuracy, independence, and strong communication. This is a 6-month engagement with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of municipal operations and local government administration.
• Experience with budgeting, financial operations, assessment, taxation, and general office management is asset; certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and financial support to the CAO, Public Works Foreman, and Town Council.
• Deliver professional and courteous service to Council, staff, residents, and the public.
• Assist with day-to-day operations and ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

MS Office proficiency

Independent worker

Municipal knowledge

Education

Post-secondary education

Certificate in Local Government Administration

Tools

MuniSoft

Job description

6 months with possibility of an extension

Education:

Completed at least some post-secondary

Experience:

1-2 Years

Apply By Date:

12-Sep-2026

The Temporary Assistant Administrator reports directly to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and provides administrative support to the CAO, Public Works Foreman, and Town Council.
The successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day administrative and financial operations of the municipality and will be expected to provide professional and courteous service to Council, staff, residents, and the public.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills;
• A friendly, professional, and courteous demeanor;
• Keen attention to detail with the ability to multi-task, prioritize workloads, and meet deadlines;
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook;
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently;
• Knowledge of municipal operations and local government administration;
• Experience with budgeting, financial operations, assessment, taxation, and general office management is considered an asset;
• Knowledge and experience with MuniSoft is considered an asset;
• A Certificate in Local Government Administration or equivalent education is preferred. Consideration will also be given to candidates who are willing to obtain the appropriate municipal administration education.

Compensation & Benefits

The Town of Balcarres offers a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience, along with SUMA benefits. The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory confirmation that they are bondable, including a Criminal Record Check.