Administrative Assistant

(Community Building & Planning Services)
Regular Part-Time – Pay Grade 7 ($33.51 – 35.47/hour – 2024 Rates)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the ləkʷəŋən Peoples, notably the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, the District of Oak Bay is committed to recognizing and celebrating their historic and ongoing connection to these lands.
 
Oak Bay is a picturesque seaside community located within the Greater Victoria Region, with a population of +18,000. While offering all the amenities of a large metropolitan urban centre, Oak Bay has succeeded in maintaining all the peacefulness and charm of a small town. Residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life, with miles of spectacular West Coast shoreline, brilliant beaches, parks and greenspace, quaint tree- lined streets and vibrant, boutique villages just beyond their doorsteps.
 
The  Community  Building  &  Planning  Services  Department  is  excited  to  be  seeking  a  talented  and experienced administrative professional to join their collaborative team in a part-time capacity, working 17.5 hours weekly. The role offers diverse work, which includes interacting with the public, assisting a group of professionals in the review of building permits, development approvals, bylaw compliance matters and community planning projects. While no two days as an Administrative Assistant (Community Building & Planning Services) are the same, the team describe themselves as fun, engaged, and approachable, while also committed to doing their best, improving workflows, and finding new ways to accomplish tasks. If you have an interest in housing and construction and want to contribute to our busy yet relaxed work environment, we welcome your application!
 
Our ideal candidate has graduated secondary school with five years of recent related experience in administrative support. Two years of experience in local government or experience related to the role’s planning/building/licensing responsibilities are considered desirable (If you have other experience, don’t worry – the team is willing to support you as you learn and grow!). This position  is represented  by  CUPE Local 374.
 
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, continued career and professional development opportunities, employee engagement events, work-life balance, and a staff membership to the weightroom, fitness classes, skating and pool. An employer of choice, the District of Oak Bay is committed to fostering a culture of empowerment, accountability, and teamwork.
 
We want to hear from you if you are qualified and thrive on the challenges this position has to offer. Please apply in confidence, by 4:30 p.m. on October 18, 2024, with a resume and cover letter to:
 
oakbayjobs@oakbay.ca
 
A detailed job description can be found on our website at https://www.oakbay.ca/municipal-hall/employment-volunteering/employment, which outlines, in more detail, the key accountabilities and required qualifications.
 
We thank you for your interest in working for the District of Oak Bay.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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