Employment Opportunity: Executive Assistant
Full-Time, Permanent Position (On-Site)
The Township of Tay, located on the vibrant sunset shores of Georgian Bay, is seeking an individual who thrives in a culture of collaboration and progression to join #TeamTay as an Executive Assistant. This opportunity has become available due to an upcoming retirement. The ideal candidate is adaptable, forward-thinking, and committed to making a positive impact both within the organization and across the community. If you are passionate about providing the very best in municipal service delivery and are looking for a place to challenge yourself and grow, we invite you to explore this opportunity to build your career with the Township of Tay.
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer/Deputy Clerk, the Executive Assistant provides direct, executive administrative support and research assistance to the CAO, Mayor and Council, and Communications support to the Communications and Technology Services Division.
Key Qualifications
- Completion of post-secondary education from an accredited educational institution, in Business and/or Office Administration, or another relevant discipline.
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of related, progressive work experience, providing executive-level support, preferably in a municipal or public sector environment.
- Experience with web writing and online content management as well as developing and implementing effective social media strategies is considered an asset.
- Advanced computer skills, including document management, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software, internet and e-mail programs and related office equipment; internet-based research proficiency is essential.
- Excellent and concise writing and report writing skills with a prominent level of accuracy; exemplary proofreading skills and careful attention to detail.
- Must possess and exercise exemplary oral communication skills as well as an effective presentation style and method; advanced analytical, organizational, and research skills, with the ability to problem solve.
The compensation range for this Full-Time, Permanent position is $32.20 to $37.66 per hour with a 35-hour regular work week.
Join #TeamTay today and help transform the way local government connects with the community it serves.
Interested applicants are encouraged to do the following:
- Reference the complete position description, including comprehensive qualifications available on the Tay Township website – tay.ca/jobs
- Please submit a (1) Cover Letter and (2) Resume via email by 4:00 p.m., Monday, October 27, 2025, to the attention of Human Resources (HR@Tay.ca).
Application Notes:
- Please reference 2025-017 within the email subject line.
- Please indicate how you heard about this opportunity within your application.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted. Only applications submitted through email communication will be accepted. Applicants must provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Written correspondence pertaining to this recruitment may be sent to the email address provided. Personal information collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act will only be used to determine eligibility for potential employment. Tay Township is an inclusive employer committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible support you may need.