Employment Opportunities

Mackenzie County is currently inviting applications for an Administrative Assistant position.  The primary location for this position will be in La Crete, however, the individual may be required to work in other areas of the municipality as per operational requirements. This is a full-time unionized position with a 40 hour work week (8 hours per day) Monday to Friday. This is a term position which will commence immediately and end in February 2026.

Reporting to the Director of Planning & Development, the successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Providing administrative support to the Planning & Development Department (data entry, file creation, digital filing, etc.);
• Create designs and maps using computer programs such as Catalis;
• Assisting the front counter administrative assistant with their duties when required;
• Assisting public in completion of municipal related forms (road access, construction, dust control, utility connections & disconnections, etc.);
• Preparing meeting agenda packages and take meeting minutes;
• Communicating with the public in a professional manner;
• Other duties as required.

 Requirements for this position are:

• Completion of Grade 12 Diploma, post-secondary is considered an asset;
• Two (2) years of experience in an administrative position;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint);
• Attention to detail, accuracy and professionalism;
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally & in writing with the public and with municipal, provincial and federal agencies;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment;
• Must be a self-starter and motivated to complete projects and tasks with minimal supervision;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• General knowledge of the County would be an asset;
• A valid class 5 driver’s license;
• Evidence of successfully passing a police Criminal Record Check;

Salary Range: $49,109 – $65,166 per annum.  Mackenzie County offers a Comprehensive Benefit Package.

Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mackenzie County is currently inviting applications for a Finance Clerk position. The location for this position will be in Fort Vermilion. This is a full-time unionized position with a 40 hour work week (8 hours per day) Monday to Friday.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Enter budget data into the budgeting software and capital budget reports for operation departments.
• Prepare and distribute monthly operating budget and capital budget reports for operating departments.
• Record the credit card and other monthly account transactions and prepare journal entry, and invoices for submission to the Director of Finance for review.
• Regularly enter invoices and other project data in the project costing spreadsheet and regularly reconcile it to the general ledger. Verify all documentation required as received.
• Assist in preparation of the project reports to granting agencies as required.
• Prepare GST return monthly/quarterly for review and submission by the Finance Controller.
• Record and prepare report for Bursary applications, documentation requirements, and awarding including but not limited to payment or reimbursement requests.
• Work with the Finance team on cross training, and team projects.
• Other Administrative duties as assigned.

 Requirements for this position are:

• Office Administration Diploma or combination of equivalent training and experience are required;
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word;
• Evidence of successfully passing a police Criminal Record Check;
• Effective problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
• Minimum of 2 years accounting experience;
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism, and maintain a high degree of confidentiality;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Canadian Payroll Association Certification (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) and knowledge of Great Plains Dynamics Accounting Program would be an asset.

Salary Range: $63,086 – $88,733 per annum.  Mackenzie County offers a Comprehensive Benefit Package.

Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mackenzie County is currently inviting applications for a Casual General Maintenance Labourer – Custodian position. The primary location for this position will be in La Crete. This is a unionized position and the hours of work are on an as needed basis.

Reporting to the Project Coordinator, the successful applicants will be responsible for:

• Providing janitorial services at the buildings that are directly or indirectly administrated by Mackenzie County.
• Ensuring a high standard and consistent level of cleanliness throughout the facilities;
• Cleaning of washrooms, offices, meeting rooms & lunch rooms;
• Waste removal;
• Floor care (including vacuuming, wet mopping, etc.);
• Window cleaning;
• Bi-annual seasonal cleaning;
• Reporting damage and major repairs;
• Comply with security regulations such as ensuring all doors & windows are secured;
• Other duties as required.

 Requirements for these positions are:

• Previous custodial experience;
• Good verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work under minimal supervision within a team environment;
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License;
• Evidence of successfully passing a police Criminal Record Check.

Wage Range: $23.61/hour – $31.33/hour.  This position does not qualify for benefits.

Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.