Corporate Services Assistant

Spanning approximately 1387 square kilometres, the Municipal District (MD) of Fairview No. 136 is among the smallest rural municipalities in Alberta. The MD of Fairview No. 136 is bordered by the mighty Peace River on the west and south sides and boasts one of the most picturesque welcomes in the province across the Dunvegan Bridge (colloquially known as the "Golden Gateway to the North").

As of 2021, the MD has a population of approximately 1580 residents. The rural municipality surrounds the Town of Fairview and includes the Hamlets of Bluesky and Whitelaw within its boundaries.

The main economic activities within the Municipality include agriculture, agricultural processing, oil and gas, tourism, and manufacturing. The preservation and strengthening of agriculture continue to be a primary focus, however progressive development, economic growth, and an environmentally responsible approach helps us move towards a financially sustainable future. Please visit our website for additional information (www.mdfairview.com).

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Services & Finance, the Corporate Services Assistant will provide administrative and project support primarily within the areas of health and safety, development and planning and property tax and assessment related functions.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Minimum of two years’ business or municipal experience preferred

• Valid Alberta Class 5 Operator’s License with suitable Driver’s Abstract

• Certified in or willing to obtain certification in:

  • Municipal Health and Safety Management Systems (AMHSA) & Health and Safety Auditing (AMHSA)

  • Leadership for Safety Excellence (AMHSA)

  • Assessment Review Board Clerk Certification

  • WCB’s Return to Work Seminar

  • WHMIS, Standard First Aid/CPR-C & other training related to Occupational Health and Safety

A competitive overall compensation and pension package will be provided to the successful candidate. Specifics will be discussed in a personal interview.