Current Employment Opportunities

Tax Collector/Deputy Treasurer

The Municipality of Brockton invites qualified applicants for the full-time position of Tax Collector/Deputy Treasurer. The Tax Collector/Deputy Treasurer requires strong accounting, administrative, and communication skills with knowledge of municipal government processes.

This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer, will interact with all staff across the organization including interaction with the Senior Management Team as necessary.

The Tax Collector/Deputy Treasurer is responsible for performing the statutory duties of the Tax Collector and the Deputy Treasurer as described in the Municipal Act; to perform all duties associated with the billing and collection of taxes and other revenues; acts in the absence of the Treasurer, and provides financial support for the operations of the municipality, as necessary.

Candidates must have superior financial knowledge, and be able to work well with residents and employees, be self-motivated, flexible, exhibit superior time management capabilities have excellent written/oral communication and computer skills.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible as Tax Collector for the property tax billing and collection processes
• Assisting in the preparation of the annual Financial Information Return and Financial Statements
• Prepare the year end working paper file including the preparation of various working papers and backup to facilitate the year end audit
• Responsible for the computerized Municipal Payroll system-Ceridian

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Qualified candidates will have a minimum post-secondary degree/diploma in Accounting/Business
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in municipal financial administration, in a position of Tax Collector, Deputy Treasurer or Senior Financial Clerk
• Minimum of two years experience in Payroll administration is considered an asset
• AMCTO Municipal Accounting & Finance Program (MFAP) is considered an asset
• AMTCO Municipal Tax Administration Program (MTAP) is considered an asset
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, experience in computer field to provide technical support to users
• Excellent organizational oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Keystone or similar municipal software

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If you are looking for an opportunity to be progressive, innovative and supportive in a leadership role with a comprehensive benefits package please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to the undersigned by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 23, 2019 via e-mail or regular mail. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Julie Farrell, Human Resources Generalist
100 Scott Street, P.O. Box 68
Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0
519-881-2223 Ext. 135
jfarrell@brockton.ca

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator

The Municipality of Brockton invites qualified applicants for the Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator position. The Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator performs functions requiring skills and responsibilities in the operation of heavy equipment with mechanical or hydraulic control system along with manual labour for the construction and maintenance of streets, roads and equipment. This seasonal position will commence October 21, 2019 and will conclude on April 24, 2020.

Primary Responsibilities

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Minimum Requirements

• Applicant must be able to report to the yard within 30 minutes after being called
• Valid Class DZ Drivers Licence
• Clean Drivers Abstract
• Grade 12 or equivalent education
• Own transportation to and from work
• Flexible working hours
• Have some knowledge in repairs to equipment
• Have some experience in the operation of heavy equipment
• Operation of snowplow, grader and back hoe an asset.
• Knowledge in construction and maintenance of roads an asset.

Interested individuals should submit their cover letter and resume to the undersigned by Friday, September 6, 2019 at 4:30. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Julie Farrell, Human Resources Generalist
100 Scott St., Box 68
WALKERTON, Ontario  N0G 2V0
(519) 881-2223
jfarrell@brockton.ca

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Seasonal Part-Time Arena Cruiser/Cleanup

The Municipality of Brockton invites qualified applicants for the Seasonal Part-Time Arena Cruiser/Cleanup position. This position will be starting in September

The Seasonal Part-Time Arena Cruiser/Cleanup is responsible for keeping the arena clean, providing assistance to the Recreation Facility Attendant while cleaning the ice, and patrolling public skating events.

Primary Responsibilities

• Keeping the dressing rooms and the referee rooms clean and tidy
• Patrolling public skating events
• Garbage clean up and collection through the facility
• Maintaining the front foyer, and booth area by keeping windows clean and floor clean of debris
• Janitorial tasks include stocking the washroom supplies, and cleaning the washrooms
• Shovelling and salting the arena entrances
• Moving nets on the ice, while the facility maintainer is cleaning the ice
• Set up and tear down for special events
• Provide customer service
• Working cooperatively with others to ensure all required tasks are completed on a daily basis

Minimum Requirements

• High school student
• Flexible working hours

Interested individuals should submit their cover letter and resume to the undersigned by Friday August 30, 2019 at 4:30 pm. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Julie Farrell, Human Resources Generalist
100 Scott Street, P.O. Box 68
Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0
519-881-2223 Ext. 135
jfarrell@brockton.ca

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Seasonal Part-Time Food Booth Attendant

The Municipality of Brockton invites qualified applicants for the Seasonal Part-Time Food Booth Attendant position. This position will be starting in September.

The Seasonal Part-Time Food Booth Attendant is responsible for operating the Walkerton Arena Food Booth by preparing and serving the posted menu items.

Primary Responsibilities

• Food preparation
• Cooking by use of Deep Fryers, Microwaves and Griddles
• Customer Service
• Cash handling, balancing end of shift float
• Cleaning the booth facility on an ongoing basis during service and after close
• Taking inventory
• Restocking supplies
• Working cooperatively with others to ensure all required tasks are completed on a daily basis

Minimum Requirements

• High school student
• Flexible working hours
• Safe Food Handling or ability to obtain

Interested individuals should submit their cover letter and resume to the undersigned by Friday August 30, 2019 at 4:30 pm. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Julie Farrell, Human Resources Generalist
100 Scott Street, P.O. Box 68
Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0
519-881-2223 Ext. 135
jfarrell@brockton.ca

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Airport Operations - Saugeen Municipal Airport

The Saugeen Municipal Airport invites qualified applicants to provide airport business and operation services.

The day-to-day operations of the airfield must be carried out to the satisfaction of the SMA Commission in accordance with Transport Canada and the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).  The business operations and facilities of the Saugeen Municipal Airport are important regional assets with significant growth opportunities.

Candidates must demonstrate superior knowledge of the business and operations of an airfield.

Responsibilities

The airport operations shall be responsible for maintenance and business management of airport assets in order to ensure the on-going sustainability and safe operation of the airport.

The SMA Commission is seeking proposals from individuals, corporations or groups, with the experience, desire and capacity to fulfill the following duties:

Business Operations:

• Manage all airport property including facilities ie. air terminal building, municipal owned hangars, maintenance shed, etc.  
• Manage rental of airport amenities including meeting rooms, office space, aircraft hangars, tie downs, restaurant, etc.
• Preparing an annual budget and asset management schedules
• Manage airport tenant relationships including new hangar development, maintenance and dispute resolution
• Schedule the supply and sale of aviation fuel and oil in accordance with federal regulations
• Familiarity with airport fuel software- Siteminder
• Communicates with and notifies Transport Canada and NavCanada of any changes in the operation of the airport including NOTAM notifications
• Ensures aircraft operating areas and other facilities are inspected in accordance with the level of service set out by the Commission.  Additional inspections will be made in poor weather conditions during the winter months.  Any hazards or deficiencies identified during these inspections will be either rectified or reported to the London Flight Service Station for an issue of a NOTAM.  Manager is responsible for all airport advisories which may be required by the airport.
• Keep records of aircraft movements and activity.
• Provide excellent customer service for fuel sales during attended hours, deposit all fuel receipts into the SMA bank account, supply all information regarding fuel sales and inventory to the Commission in a monthly report, maintain records of all fuel sales and inventory and conduct the required fuel inspections in accordance and, as required, under the Gasoline Handling Act of Ontario and/or applicable Acts.
• Ensure the runways and other aircraft movement areas are maintained to Transport Canada and the Ministry of Transport Ontario Standards.
• Business development of airport assets.
• Answer all phone and radio communications, using call forwarding, if necessary.
• Supervise and control all access of persons or vehicles to airport runway areas.
• Submit monthly activity, of events, planes, maintenance, fuel reports to the SMA Commission.
•  Maintain on-going library of airport records
• Enforce and meet all requirements of the Canadian Aviation Regulations and all other statutes that may apply.
• Liaise with contractors, Commission, pilots and general public in a professional manner at all times.

 Facilities Management: 

• Prepare asset management maintenance schedules.
  • Maintain radio, lighting systems, taxiways and operational runways.
  • Maintain aircraft operating areas and other facilities in accordance with the level of service set out by the Commission.  Identify any hazards or deficiencies and notify appropriate individuals / organizations to ensure they will be either rectified or reported to the London Flight Service Station for an issue of a NOTAM
  • Maintain the runways and other aircraft movement areas to Transport Canada and the Ministry of Transport Ontario Standards, including replacement of burnt-out runway light bulbs, keeping the wind indicators and beacon light in good repair, sign maintenance and runway markers.  A well-documented supply of replacement bulbs and other supplies of this nature should be kept on the premises.
  • Maintain grounds and equipment – including runways/taxiways, snow removal and grass cutting.

Skills and Knowledge

• Considerable knowledge of all aspects of aviation
• Knowledge of Federal and Provincial policies and funding programs
• Knowledge of dispensing fuels, great customer service
• Radio Operators License (aircraft)
• Computer and bookkeeping skills
• Knowledge of hard service facilities on airport, water, electrical, septic, etc
• Knowledge of emergency procedures; duties regarding accidents and incidents
• Knowledge of the CARs and Transport Canada Regulations

Physical

•  Manual snow shoveling and other heavy lifting, as required

Decision Making and Judgment

• Ensure all policies and levels of service and standards are implemented
• Ensure the airport operates efficiently and pursuant to safety standards and requirements of Transport Canada and Labour Canada
• Day-to-day handling of users’ problems and concerns, and of the municipal partners
• Greeting and handling public concerns related to airport matters, updating Commission
• Day-to-day planning and scheduling
• Forecasting and recommendations to the Commission for the long term viability of the airport
• Assist with the tendering process of agricultural lands

Interpersonal Skills- Interact effectively with:

• Co-workers and airport tenants
• Provincial and federal agencies regarding airport issues
• General public- to provide information, respond to complaints and inquiries, promotion
• Politicians- to respond to and act on expressed concerns of the Commission

Working Conditions

• Ability to work indoors in a clean office environment
• Ability to work outdoors with exposure to certain physical hazards and inclement weather

Please include 3 work references name, phone, email, as well, please advise how you would propose handling the following

• Ensure snow removal from all areas that require it, property landscaping and maintenance of grass areas
• Ensures the terminal building is cleaned and maintained
• Maintain or replace airport owned equipment and repair any deficiencies
• Ability to operate and repair equipment and tools, as necessary
• Class D/Z license
• Ability to operate a variety of small, medium and heavy equipment safely and efficiently 

If you are looking for an opportunity in a progressive, innovative and supportive leadership role with an upward organization please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to Rebecca Hergert, Vice Chair Saugeen Municipal Airport rhergert@westgrey.com, by 4:30pm Monday September 16^th. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Early Childhood Education Teacher

The Municipality of Brockton invites qualified applicants for the Early Childhood Education Teacher located at the Brockton Child Care Centre. We are looking for qualified teachers that are available to start immediately.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teaches gross motor skills, dramatic play, use of senses and science.
• Supervises children in a variety of settings such as out of doors, in the classroom and in the sleep room.
• Encourages children to participate, play cooperatively, problem solve, share and learn about safety.
• Integrates separate individual programs for special needs children in with the regular program.
• Assists with planning and organizing special events, field trips and parties.
• Assists children with hygiene activities.
• Responds to telephone enquiries, giving out information and taking messages.

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Early Childhood Education Diploma or Equivalency is considered an asset
• Registered member of the College of ECE is considered an asset
• Experience in the Child Care field is considered an asset
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to follow direction and work independently
• Valid First aid/CPR
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

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If you are looking for an excellent opportunity to support the healthy development of children please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to the undersigned immediately via e-mail or regular mail. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Julie Farrell, Human Resources Generalist
100 Scott Street, P.O. Box 68
Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0
519-881-2223 Ext. 135
jfarrell@brockton.ca

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.