Communications - Municipal Projects Student - Closing March 31, 2025

The Communications – Municipal Projects Student is responsible to assist the departmental staff in the development and delivery of communications to enhance public and stakeholder awareness of Municipal Capital Projects, and Municipal Programs.

Benefits and Perks

• Optional OMERS Pension Plan from the date of hire
• Work-life Balance Initiatives
• Wellness, Social and Staff Ambassador Committees
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Perks and Savings Partnerships

Compensation and Work Term

• High school Diploma or equivalent; plus some post-secondary education in economic development, communications or marketing would be considered an asset.
• Experience in Customer Service role considered an asset
• Verbal communication skills including courtesy, tact, discretion and explanation.
• Written communication skills including grammar, spelling for proofreading, editing, and writing of reports and correspondence.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Intermediate computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite’s InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop would be considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building/relationship management skills.

• Assist in the composition of print and digital communication campaigns, letters, correspondence, and reports.
• Assist with door-to-door communications regarding Municipal Capital Projects.
• Assist with incoming phone calls from the public and provide information,  and/or direct as appropriate to department/contact.
• Assist as required to provide administrative and clerical support to the department, including photocopying, scanning, faxing, filing, formatting of documents, distribution of information, mail and courier service administration, research information; relay communications on behalf of staff; arrange meetings.
• Adhere to high standards of ethical behaviour and demonstrate understanding that their personal actions impact the public’s perception of the Municipality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or designate.

The Municipality of Port Hope is a progressive employer who believes a diverse and inclusive workplace strengthens the team and fosters an environment where everyone feels as though they belong and their dignity, beliefs and identity are respected.

We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment that provides a supportive workplace and equal opportunity for all employees. Accommodations can be requested throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Applications will be reviewed, and interviews may be scheduled prior to the job posting closing date. All applicants will receive an automated email confirming the submission of their application, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be further contacted by Human Resources.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Municipal Act, as amended.