Employment Opportunities

Description

Parkland County has a temporary, full-time position for a Legal Services Coordinator working approximately July 2023, to January 2024. Reporting to the Director, Strategic Services and working closely with Parkland County’s external Legal Counsel, the Legal Services Coordinator provides legal file support through the preparation and review of correspondence, calendar and records management and general administrative support. The Legal Services Coordinator leads Parkland County’s corporate records management program and serves as the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Coordinator which involves working with external parties and internal staff to fulfill access to information requests and ensuring proper procedures for the collection, use, access and disclosure of corporate information. 

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:A certificate or diploma in Legal Administration, Business or equivalent

• Three (3) to five (5) years of related administrative experience in an office environment working with FOIP, records management and/or legal experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Above average writing skills and computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote)
• Knowledge of the Municipal Government Act (MGA) and FOIP Act
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail
• Diplomacy and tact in dealing with internal and external parties with the ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Possession of a valid Alberta driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

The total rewards package for this position includes:

A starting annual salary of $60,596 - $75,745 based on a 35-hour work week and option to join the Earned Day Off Program.

In addition, extended health and dental benefits, access to our confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program, paid sick time, three (3) weeks vacation a year with your birthday off, flexible work arrangements allowing remote work options (based on position’s needs), and personal days. Our organization offers access to physical fitness including an employee on site gym and lunch exercise programs, a Social Club, a mental health committee, and a comprehensive training program with extensive learning and development opportunities. Visit our careers page to view the complete Total Rewards Package for this position!

Additional Information

Interested Candidates are Invited to Apply Online at careers.parklandcounty.com by Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at humanresources@parklandcounty.com

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