Temporary Administrative Assistant 6 (up to 12 months)

Competition number: 26-092

Salary: $66,550.00 - $73,288.00/Year Job Type: Temporary Full Time Closing Date: September 30, 2026 Position Overview:

Reporting to the Manager, Customer Service & Operations in Growth and Community Services, the position is responsible for a variety of administrative duties to provide the necessary support to the management team, front line customers, Council Committees, as well as all departmental staff. The position is primarily responsible for providing front line support to customers and support to the various programs and services delivered by the Service area, ensuring services are being provided in an efficient manner and processes are meeting service area targets.

Key Responsibilities

•Ensures the efficient and effective operation of the ONE Stop Shop front counter.

•Supports the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and Departmental Committees of Council including the Planning Advisory Committee and Heritage Development Board, often outside of core office hours, by providing essential administrative support.

•Ensures legislative requirements are being met with respect to planning and development processes.

•Assists with the development and implementation of Service area or corporate engagement with the public, clients, stakeholders, partners and/or City staff.

•Provides budget administration support and payroll support.

Essential Qualifications:

A proficiency and level of knowledge in Microsoft Office Systems.

A diploma in Business Administration from the New Brunswick Community College, Business Certificate 1 and 2 from the University of New Brunswick or an equivalent program is required.

The position requires strong customer service skills and experience, excellent communications skills both verbal and written and proven ability to work in a fast paced and demanding public facing environment.

A minimum of one year experience in a similar role is required.

The successful applicant may be eligible to participate in a Flexible Time Options Program which includes the option of working a 4 or 5-day work week, subject to business requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letters and resumes to:

City of Saint John

Attn: Hiring Committee

(careers)

Only those applicants being considered further will be contacted.