The City of West Kelowna is a local government located in British Columbia’s stunning Okanagan Valley. The city was incorporated on December 6, 2007 and is composed of several vibrant and distinct communities with a population of 30,892. The diverse economy includes agriculture, construction, light industry, lumber manufacturing, retail, services, tourism and wineries. As part of West Kelowna’s continuing evolution, an opportunity exists for an…

Executive Assistant
City of West Kelowna

The incumbent will work closely with the Chief Administrative Officer and the Mayor to provide a high level of complex administrative and communications support. This position requires a high level of confidentiality, sound judgment, diplomacy, and an understanding of the organization’s strategic priorities.

The essential qualifications are post-secondary education in business administration, public administration, local government administration, communications, public relations or related field of study with a minimum of five years’ experience in a high level administrative position.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and preparing confidential records and correspondence, facilitating requests for speaking engagements including preparing briefing notes and presentations and taking minutes. The candidate will also oversee the scheduling and coordinating of meetings and maintaining records under the Local Government Management Association Records Management System.

The Executive Assistant will actively participate in planning activities and supporting cross departmental collaboration on corporate and council priorities.

This exempt position offers a competitive salary, benefits package and municipal pension plan. If you are seeking a challenge and are ready to join a city that prides itself in being progressive, please submit your resume with cover letter, in confidence, to the Human Resources Department by Monday, November 30, 2015.