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Current job opportunities
View our latest opportunities to work for the City of Kenora:
Truck driver |
The Truck Driver will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of City roadways throughout the year by operating a variety of equipment including but not limited to tandum trucks, snow plows, sidewalk plows, and dump trucks. The individual will operate a variety of equipment in a safe and responsible manner including the completion of all pre-operational equipment checks. Qualifications
Salary and benefitsRate $26.47 per hour, benefits in accordance with Collective Agreement. Hours of workVarious shifts How to applyQualified applicants must forward a completed City of Kenora Application form, along with a cover letter and current resume to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email, no later than 12:00 p.m. on July 12, 2022 The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please be advised, the City of Kenora may use email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. Please provide an up-to-date email, which is checked regularly, with your application. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and is used solely for the purpose determination of eligibility for employment with the City of Kenora. Only those that submit full documentation will be considered for an interview. The documentation submitted must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. We wish to thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be further contacted. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Seasonal full time sidewalk repair labourer |
The Sidewalk Repair/General Labourer will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of City sidewalks, curbs, parking lots and other general maintenance on City property by performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled labour including brick and concrete work, trimming, sweeping, and shoveling. They will repair, resurface, and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structures according to grade and depth specifications. They will perform a variety of other labor tasks on worksites such as constructions sites, parking lots, ditches, roadways, etc and may be required to assist with traffic control for Roads projects. The individual may need to provide leadership and guidance to seasonal student labourers and other duties as required. The individual will demonstrate initiative on a daily basis, understanding the role they play within the community and have excellent customer service skills. Qualifications
Salary and benefitsRate $25.72 per hour, benefits in accordance with Collective Agreement. Hours of workSeason is approximately from May 1 to October 31. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. How to applyQualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email, no later than 12:00 p.m. on July 11, 2022 The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please be advised, the City of Kenora may use email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. Please provide an up-to-date email, which is checked regularly, with your application. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and is used solely for the purpose determination of eligibility for employment with the City of Kenora. Only those that submit full documentation will be considered for an interview. The documentation submitted must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. We wish to thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be further contacted. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Associate planner |
Reporting to the City Planner, the Associate Planner provides planning knowledge and expertise related to statutory planning and community development. Activities include: interpretation of relevant planning legislation, along with the evaluation of complex land use planning issues to ensure that growth and development is planned and managed for current and future generations. The Associate Planner:
Qualifications
Pre-employment requirements
How to applyQualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume that clearly indicates how they meet the full qualifications of the position to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email, no later than end of day on July 7, 2022 Successful applicants will be subject to criminal and professional reference check. The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only those that have submitted the full required documentation will be considered for an interview. The documentation must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Accounts payable assistant |
The Payables / Assistant Accountant will be responsible for performing routine clerical, accounting and administrative work in administering the accounts payable function and assists in carrying out financial functions related to Municipal accounting procedures. Qualifications
Summary of duties and responsibilities
Hours of workMonday to Friday Salary and benefitsBenefits in accordance with the Collective Agreement Salary $29.62/hr How to applyQualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume that clearly indicates how they meet the full qualifications of the position to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email, no later than 12:00 p.m. noon July 5, 2022 The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only those that have submitted the full required documentation will be considered for an interview. The documentation must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Financial analyst |
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Financial Analyst will provide overall revenue, financial and accounting services to various divisions through research, financial analysis, forecasting, subsidy revenue and cash management, account reconciliation, risk assessments, enhancing and developing financial and internal controls, supporting the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets and business planning, monitoring corporate accounting policy initiatives and other support. The Financial Analyst will:
Qualifications
Hours
Monday to Friday
RateBand 15 - $74, 363.55, Non-Union How to applyQualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume that clearly indicates how they meet the full qualifications of the position to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email, no later than end of day on July 1, 2022 Successful applicants will be subject to criminal and professional reference check. The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only those that have submitted the full required documentation will be considered for an interview. The documentation must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Part-time desk attendants |
The Part-Time Desk Attendant will be the first point of customer contact and will be responsible for performing a variety of administrative and clerical tasks related to the Transfer site. This includes greeting customers and visitors in a friendly, professional manner, reception, cash handling, bank deposits etc. The individual will demonstrate initiative on a daily basis, understand the role they play within the community, and have excellent customer service skills. Qualifications
Duties
Hours of workVarious Shifts, 7 day operation. Salary and benefitsBenefits in accordance with the Collective Agreement Salary $25.71/hr How to applyQualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and current resume to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email, no later than 12:00 p.m. noon on June 30, 2022 Successful applicants will be subject to a criminal reference check deemed satisfactory to the Employer. The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only those that have submitted the full required documentation will be considered for an interview. The cover letter must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. Please be advised, the City of Kenora may use email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. Please provide an up-to-date email, which is checked regularly, with your application. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and is used solely for the purpose of determining the eligibility for employment with the City of Kenora. |
Project engineer |
Responsible for providing leadership and project management expertise on engineering design and construction assignments related to Capital, Operations and Infrastructure, or development projects, the Project Engineer will ensure that designs meet City, engineering and legislative standards and protects public safety. These positions require the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Project Engineer will:
Qualifications
Hours
Monday to Friday
RateBand 19 - $91,299.40, Non-Union How to applyQualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume that clearly indicates how they meet the full qualifications of the position to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email, by end of the day on June 30, 2022 Successful applicants will be subject to criminal and professional reference check. The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only those that have submitted the full required documentation will be considered for an interview. The documentation must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Project coordinator, temporary |
Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the Project Coordinator will oversee the planning, contract administration, tendering, implementation, and construction for capital projects ranging from minor capital renovations to medium size projects. The Project Coordinator will:
Qualifications
HoursMonday to Friday RateBand 17 - $82,398.00, Non-Union How to applyQualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume that clearly indicates how they meet the full qualifications of the position to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email. Open until filled. Successful applicants will be subject to criminal and professional reference check. The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only those that have submitted the full required documentation will be considered for an interview. The cover letter must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and is used solely for the purpose of determining the eligibility for employment with the City of Kenora. |
Labourer crew lead |
The City of Kenora is looking for Summer Student Crew Leads for summer employment! This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and innovative team of professionals who work hard to ensure the best possible experience for all of our residents and visitors. We take a lot of pride in what we do, and we want you to join us in working together to make our great public services even better. The position will be responsible for ensuring daily tasks are completed, and safety protocols are being followed on job sites while working with their team to perform a variety of beautification and maintenance tasks including flowers and shrubs, mowing and trimming, cleaning of washrooms, litter and waste collection, and other labouring activities. As part of this job, incumbents may be required to operate a range of vehicles and equipment such as tractors, riding lawn mowers, pick-up trucks, string trimmers and a variety of hand tools. In addition, this position will be responsible for responding to enquiries and complaints as required. Qualifications
HoursVarying shifts including evening and weekends Rate$18.86 per hour How to applyStudents will be required to provide the City with a clean driver’s abstract, and proof of enrolment if successful in a summer position with the City of Kenora. Interested students are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email. Open until filled. Please be advised, the City of Kenora may use email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. Please provide an up-to-date email, which is checked regularly, with your application. Only those that submit full documentation will be considered for an interview. We wish to thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be further contacted. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Director of engineering and infrastructure |
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Engineering & Infrastructure is responsible for leading the management, operation, administration and implementation of all municipal works, engineering, and community planning programs and services. A key member of the Senior Leadership Team; the Director will manage a wide range of projects end-to-end, including the planning, supervision of construction and commissioning of new infrastructure and rehabilitation of existing infrastructure initiatives. The Director will develop operational working knowledge of the municipality, provide strategic insight, challenge the conventional approach, and execute several developments during an energizing time of growth and expansion. This is a career opportunity for a strategic and community-minded operational leader with a blend of technical and tactical skills, who is driven by making a lasting impact, mobilizing teams in a complex environment, and fostering a culture of outstanding customer service and team excellence. Key responsibilities
Qualifications
How to applyQualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume quoting project #40134 to Jen Sklar at jen@harrisleadership.com |
Executive assistant to the CAO |
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Executive Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support to the CAO and Senior Leadership Team. Serving as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the CAO, including those of a highly confidential or critical nature, the Executive Assistant will prioritize and determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response, exercising judgment to reflect CAO’s style and organization policy. The Executive Assistant will be responsible for grant coordination on behalf of the City of Kenora. This position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Executive Assistant will:
Qualifications
SalaryNon-union, Band 15- $69,239.00 Hours of workMonday to Friday How to applyQualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume that clearly indicates how they meet the full qualifications of the position to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email. Open until filled. Successful applicants will be subject to criminal and professional refence check. The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only those that have submitted the full required documentation will be considered for an interview. The documentation must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Arena maintenance operator, part-time |
The Maintenance Operator will be responsible for providing operational and maintenance services to all City owned Recreation facilities including opening and closing procedures, set up, take down and maintenance during special events, and maintenance of outdoor recreation grounds. They will also assist in the installation, maintenance and removal of ice, swimming pool operations, water testing, cleaning and day-to-day maintenance activities. The position may also assist with maintenance of other municipal facilities as required. Qualifications
Hours of work7-day a week operation Shift work required. Salary$26.59 per hr unlicensed $27.10 per hr CIT certified How to applyQualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email. Open until filled. Hiring up to three positions. The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only those that have submitted the full required documentation will be considered for an interview. The cover letter must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. Please be advised, the City of Kenora may use email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. Please provide an up-to-date email, which is checked regularly, with your application. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and is used solely for the purpose of determining the eligibility for employment with the City of Kenora. |
Student part time desk attendant |
The Student Desk Attendant will be the first point of customer contact for patrons at the Kenora Recreation Centre and will be responsible for greeting customers and visitors in a friendly, professional manner and directing the visitor to the appropriate person if required. Qualifications
Duties
Hours of work
This position is not a summer position. It is part-time and permanent, year round. How to applyQualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources, City of Kenora, 1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2, fax 807-467-2150, or email. This posting is open until it is filled. Apply today! The City of Kenora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please be advised, the City of Kenora may use email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions. Please provide an up-to-date email, which is checked regularly, with your application. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and is used solely for the purpose determination of eligibility for employment with the City of Kenora. Only those that submit full documentation will be considered for an interview. The documentation submitted must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the Qualifications. We wish to thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be further contacted. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Labourer student |
The City of Kenora is looking for students for summer employment! This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and innovative team of professionals who work hard to ensure the best possible experience for all of our residents and visitors. We take a lot of pride in what we do, and we want you to join us in working together to make our great public services even better. The position will perform a variety of beautification and maintenance tasks including flowers and shrubs, mowing and trimming, cleaning of washrooms, litter and waste collection, and other labouring activities. As part of this job, incumbents may be required to operate a range of vehicles and equipment such as tractors, riding lawn mowers, pick-up trucks, string trimmers and a variety of hand tools. In addition, this position will be responsible for responding to enquiries and complaints as required. Qualifications
Hours
Rate$17.86 per hr How to applyStudents will be required to provide the City with a driver's abstract and proof of enrolment if successful in a summer position with the City of Kenora. Interested students are invited to submit a cover letter, resume and City Application form (all three pieces are required) which can be picked up at City Hall or found on our Jobs page to: Human Resources Open until filled. Please be advised, the City of Kenora may use email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. Please provide an up-to-date email, which is checked regularly, with your application. Only those that submit full documentation will be considered for an interview. We wish to thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be further contacted. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
Tourism counsellor |
This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and innovative team of professionals who work hard to ensure the best possible experience for all of our residents and visitors. We take a lot of pride in what we do, and we want you to join us in working together to make our great public services even better. This position will be the first point of contact for visitors at the Travel Centre or downtown Pavillion and will be responsible for greeting visitors in a friendly, professional manner and providing accurate and detailed information about local attractions, accommodations, and events in the Kenora area. In addition, they will manage information hot lines, maintain tourism statistics, and answer phone inquiries. They will also assist with event set up and take down as required. Qualifications
Hours
Rate$17.86 per hr How to applyPreference will be given to students. Candidates will be required to provide the City with a criminal record check and drivers abstract deemed satisfactory to the Employer. Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Open until filled. Please be advised, the City of Kenora may use email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. Please provide an up-to-date email, which is checked regularly, with your application. Only those that submit full documentation will be considered for an interview. We wish to thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be further contacted. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. |
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If you're interested in a position, you can apply with one of the following:
- a completed Application for Employment; or
- the online Job Application; or
- your resume and cover letter.
Send by email to our Human Resources Department. You can also drop off at City Hall or Kenora Recreation Centre, or mail to:
City of Kenora
1 Main St. S.
Kenora, ON P9N 3X2
Your cover letter must provide concrete examples that illustrate how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the job posting.
All information included in your application will be kept confidential.
We would like to thank all those who apply. We will only contact applicants under consideration.
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