Posting Number:PN-26-12

Job Type:PermanentFull**-time, Non-Union**

Salary Range:$107,652.66 to $144,287.69per year

**Posted:**Monday, March 23, 2026

Application Deadline:Monday, April 6, 2026at 11:59 pm

The Opportunity

The Legislative and Court Services Department is comprised of three branches; Legislative Services (which includes Council Secretariat, Corporate Mail and Print Services, Vital Statistics and Access and Privacy Services), Court Services (which is responsible for the administration of justice within two court service areas in compliance with the Provincial Offences Act, the Memorandum of Understanding and Inter-municipal Service Agreements) and Enforcement Services which is responsible for administering and enforcing several municipal by-laws including but not limited to regulations related to the parking of vehicles, pet controls, property maintenance, business licensing, and sign placement).

Under the general guidance and direction of the Director of Legislative and Court Services (City Clerk), the Deputy City Clerk/ Manager of Legislative Services is responsible for providing leadership to the Legislative Services Branch including the general and financial management and day-to-day administration. Key responsibilities include recording of Council/Committee meetings and/or oversees the provision of Council secretariat and administrative support functions and associated records management, prepares reports/ recommendations/by-laws and attends Council, Committee and other public meetings, makes presentations and provides advice and guidance, consults with members of Council on meeting procedures, motions, resolutions, coordination of reference and advisory committee agendas, meetings and reports and handling of complaints. This position is also responsible for the council approved and corporate policy repository, ensuring they are up-to-date and reviewed regularly. In addition to overseeing the above noted services, this position is responsible for participating in all facets of the Municipal Election.

Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job

Corporate Culture:Your workplace values align with our corporate values ofStrive, Share and Careand you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community.

Equally important to what we do ishowwe do it - your actions reflect our core accountabilities of***Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation,andService Excellence,***which define how we work together to succeed.

Education(degree/diploma/certifications)

• Four (4) year University Degree in Public Administration, Law, Local Government or a related discipline
• Completion or eligibility to complete the four courses of the Municipal Administration Program though AMCTO

Don’t meet the credentials as outlined but have years of directly related experience? Please see the City’sEducation Equivalency Policyto determine if you may qualify for equivalency. Further information is available at www.barrie.ca/government-news/jobs

• Position Equivalency Code: F

Experience

• Six (6) years of experience performing duties related to the above mentioned major responsibilities, including demonstrated leadership/supervisory experience

Knowledge/Skill/Ability

• Thorough knowledge of the following legislation, regulations, or requirements:
  • Municipal Act, including the Lobbyist Registry Framework
  • Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • Municipal Elections Act
  • Vital Statistics Act
• Demonstrated Ability to:
  • interact effectively and courteously with all levels of staff and contacts in a political and community/client service environment; develop, promote, and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholder
  • exercise discretion and judgment in order to make sound decisions under tight timelines or while managing multiple or conflicting priorities
  • implement new initiatives or adapt existing section initiatives to meet the needs of the branch, department, division, and corporate goals, objectives, and initiatives
  • interpret and analyze data; identify challenges or opportunities; and make recommendations; interpret and apply policies and procedures and use reason and judgment to develop conclusions or solutions to problems
  • lead and coordinate simultaneous projects; build cohesive and motivated teams
  • perform in a manner which is consistent with corporate goals, vision, mission, and values
  • maintain confidentiality and ensure the security of private information in accordance with legislation and corporate policies
  • set priorities; meet deadlines; and manage work demands; work under pressure to meet deadlines or peak period workload
  • work independently or work collaboratively in a group setting to achieve a desired objective, goal, or outcome
• Intermediate skills include Customer Service; Interpersonal; Negotiation; Organizational; Presentation; Project Management; Supervisory; Teamwork; Time Management; Verbal Communication
• Advanced skills include Analytical; Problem Solving; Report-writing; Research; Written Communication
• Advanced computer literacy using the following systems and software: Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word), Microsoft InfoPath, Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Writer, database management, SAP, and SharePoint)
• Availability to accommodate deadlines or peak period workloads that may extend beyond designated normal workday hours or normal hours per week

Conditions of Employment

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check*

• Please note that this is a requirement for any new employees to the City of Barrie in accordance with thePolice Record Check Policy. Existing employees who have met this criteria will be exempt from this requirement.

Other Important Information

**Location:**City Hall, 70 Collier Street, Barrie, Ontario

• Please note that the City has aHybrid Work Program Policyin place that may allow a hybrid work arrangement of one (1) remote day per week for employees who meet eligibility requirements.

**Hours:**The normal hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 35 hours per week, with at least one night a week of overtime.

**Wage:**This a permanent full-time non-union position with the following pay level and 2025 pay range:

• • Pay Level: Level 14
  • Yearly Salary: $107,652.66 to $144,287.69
  • Hourly Pay Rate: $59.15 to 79.28

**What We Offer:**This position includes a comprehensive non-union benefit plan, including but not limited to extended health and dental coverage, life and accident insurance, paid vacation and sick days, short/long term disability plans, OMERS Primary pension plan, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), discounted rates for City Fitness Memberships and Transit Passes, and access to the Perkopolis Perks program, which provides exclusive access to discounts on a wide range of products and services available to all City employees.

**How to Apply:**Click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top and/or bottom of the job posting to start the application process. Please note that emailed applications will not be considered.

Why Barrie?

The City of Barrie is a vibrant, progressive, and growing community with deep connections to our heritage, to nature and to the opportunities surrounding us.

Our community values quality of life; the ability to play year-round with 300 hectares of park space, our beautiful waterfront, our lively downtown core and the nearby hills, wetlands, and forests. We also value connections; to our neighbours and the community, to our road and rail network, and to the opportunity Barrie provides to enjoy life.

Everything Barrie has to offer, from the water we drink to the roads we travel on, has one thing in common - municipal workers. Joining a municipality is one of the most rewarding, engaging, and exciting careers you could choose. It is a career you can take pride in knowing that every day you make a positive impact on an entire community. We are one team, with one goal and we all work together to continue making our community great.

The City of Barrie is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices and we will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require Code-protected accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of employees to do this job. For full position details, please request a copy of the job description by emailingHR.Recruitment@Barrie.ca.