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Executive Assistant to the Mayor

Remote
Cookville, NS
CA$63,257 - CA$79,072/annual
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Defined-benefit pension plan
Group health, dental, vision insurance
Flexible condensed work week

About the role

Work with MODL

We believe in a healthy work life balance for all employees that respects their personal time and allows them to lead fulfilling, impactful lives. We support the physical and mental health of our team through popular workplace wellness initiatives, generous EFAP services and an excellent benefits package. Lifelong learning is valued – we invest in educational opportunities for our employees. MODL offers a condensed work week and work from home options.

At MODL we understand that our uniqueness as individuals is how we become great at a team. We value the experiences and perspectives of all our team members, and we are proud that equity, diversity, and inclusion are among our core values. We’re committed to providing fair and equitable opportunities to all applicants, free from discrimination. We also strive to make our recruitment processes mirror our values and will provide accommodations to candidates to ensure access to and participation in our recruitment processes are accessible to all. If you require an accommodation, please reach out to us via email at employment @mjsb.ca or call 902-543-8181.

About the role

The Executive Assistant provides administrative and communications support to the Mayor and various committees of Council.

  • Provides executive support to the Mayor and various committees of Council.
  • Coordinates and sets up meetings for the Mayor, Directors, and Strategic Management Team.
  • Manages the Mayor’s email account and telephone inquiries by reviewing and responding accordingly on the Mayor’s behalf.
  • Manages the Mayor’s calendar, meetings, and travel arrangements.
  • Prepares meeting agendas, records and types minutes, prepares correspondence from meetings, prepares recommendations to Council, and other related duties including but not limited to the Policy & Strategy Committee and the Finance Committee
  • With support and direction from Communications staff:
    • Prepares speaking notes, press releases, social media content and other communications materials for the Municipality.
    • Supports the mayor in implementing the calendar of proclamations
    • Coordinates flag raising events
    • Prepares and develops correspondence on behalf of the Mayor.
    • Maintains municipal website elements for Administration Department.
  • Assists with municipal elections and coordinates and prepares the Council orientation binders.

View the full Job Description here

Is this you?

You are an organized professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with many shifting demands. You have excellent communication skills and are proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite. You are comfortable with social media management and can craft content in multiple formats (including audio/visual). You have impeccable tact, discretion, and judgement and are comfortable working in a sensitive/confidential capacity.

Essential qualifications and skills include:

  • Diploma in Administration/Business Administration, and
  • A minimum of 3 years of related experience; OR
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines
  • Seasoned knowledge of Microsoft Office software
  • Minute Taking ability is considered an asset
  • Social media management; content creation, and/or A/V skills considered an asset
  • Strong keyboarding skills
  • Experience working with elected officials and senior executives
  • Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality

Working Conditions

  • Office environment
  • Required to work with Council and a range of stakeholders with complex priorities and perspectives
  • Evening meetings as necessary
  • Permanent full-time position, based on 35 hours per week.
  • MODL offers a condensed work week and work from home options.
  • Salary range: $63,257 – $79,072 (Band 60)
  • In addition to salary, MODL offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package that include a defined-benefit pension plan, group benefits and insurances.

Please submit a resume and cover letter no later than Friday, October 10, 2025 by 11:59pm AST

About Municipality of the District of Lunenburg

Government Administration
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The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg is a district municipality in Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia.

We are the third-largest rural municipality in Nova Scotia in terms of total property assessment and encompass a geographic area representing over 432,000 acres. Our municipality surrounds the towns of Bridgewater, Lunenburg, and Mahone Bay, which are incorporated separately and not part of the district municipality.