Position Title: Constituency Assistant for Saskatoon University-Sutherland, MLA Tajinder Grewal
Full Time: Start date to be negotiated upon offer
Hours of Work: 7.2 hours/day or 36 hours per week
Salary: As per Collective Agreement COPE 397
Date Posted: November 20, 2024
Job Description:
This is a full-time position based in Saskatoon. Main duties will include responsibility for managing all aspects of the MLA’s constituency office, including case work, financial management, dealing and responding to concerns of constituents, excellent computer & data skills, research and communication, and attending meetings with or representing the MLA.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Dealing with casework referred to the MLA from constituents, which includes evaluating information; checking its accuracy; investigating complaints; referring to relevant government offices if appropriate; and preparing MLA responses to constituents;
- Managing the financial accountability for office expenditures; ordering materials and supplies; preparing and authorizing payments; and maintaining the budget;
- Researching and communicating information to respond to the issues/inquiries made by constituents of the MLA and his/her critic area;
- Computer/data skills
- Attending meetings/functions with the MLA or representing the MLA when necessary.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and experience:
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to set priorities and manage several tasks simultaneously;
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal courteously with members of the general public;
- Strong oral, written communication and research skills;
- Strong computer skills, including facility with Microsoft Office and other common software packages;
- Familiarity with the organization of civic, provincial and federal governments;
- Familiarity with the organization and operations of the New Democratic Party;
- Familiarity with the duties of a Member of the Legislative Assembly including critic area, and with the procedures of the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly; and
- Familiarity with the issues affecting people in Saskatoon University Sutherland
Applications for this position will remain open until 12 pm. on December 4th. Interested candidates should submit a resume, and cover letter to the email address below. Resumes should include the name of references willing to speak to the candidate’s knowledge, skills and experience. A criminal record check may be required (costs to be reimbursed).
Tajinder Grewal
MLA-Elect for Saskatoon University-Sutherland
[email protected]
Applicants must be a member in good standing with the New Democratic Party of Saskatchewan. Interviews will be held in Saskatoon. Successful applicant may be subject to a criminal record check. Any cost will be reimbursed.
Having a valid driver’s license is preferred.
Interviews will be held shortly after the competition closes.
The NDP is an Employment Equity Employer.
This position is covered by the provisions of the Collective Agreement between COPE Local 397 and the Saskatchewan NDP Caucus.