The Town of Drumheller is seeking a creative and professional individual to fill the summer seasonal position of Communications and Economic Development Assistant within the Office of the CAO.
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Communications Officer and Manager of Economic Development, this position will support the Communication Department and Economic Development Department with short-term communications and marketing initiatives while providing administrative support to the Team.
Specific Accountabilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with the implementation of summer economic development and communications initiatives.
- Assisting as a content creator for multiple departments in social media, websites, and other communication channels.
- Assisting in the development and realization of municipal project marketing plans.
- Assisting with research and data collection for economic development initiatives (e.g. film industry and land development sectors).
- Providing administrative support including drafting reports, correspondence, and presentations.
- Assisting in the processing of municipal communication and advertising requests
Qualifications:
- Completion of Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Post-secondary education in communications, marketing, business, or a related field
- Experience with social media management and content creation
- Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
- Basic graphic design and photography skills are considered an asset.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Sharepoint and digital media tools
- A desire and ability to learn while in their role.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision and work to a deadline.
- Ability to represent the Town and Department in a competent, professional manner.
- Ability to complete the administrative tasks associated with the role and the ability to complete daily activity reporting.
- Class 5 Driver’s License, with the ability to provide a satisfactory Driver's Abstract
Hours per Week: 37.5 hours Monday to Friday
*Please note that due to the seasonal nature of this role, time off will be limited
Anticipated Start Date: May 1, 2025 End Date: August 29th, 2025
Pay Scale: $24.95/hour (CUPE 4604 Collective Bargaining Agreement)
Deadline for Applications: April 6th, 2025
How to Apply: Please submit your resume via the CAREERS section on our website
The Town of Drumheller is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace; all qualified candidates who are authorized to work in Canada are welcome to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
