Junior Business Officer (Funded Position - Sudbury Local Immigration Partnership Project)
About the role
Job Description Division: Economic Development
Department: Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
Initial Reporting Location: Tom Davies Square
Job Status: Limited position (Funded Position - Sudbury Local Immigration Partnership Project)
Estimated Probable Duration: August 16, 2025 to March 31, 2028
Number of Vacancies: 1
Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Inside Unit
Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: No
Range of Pay: Group 7 $28.04 to $32.82 per hour
Characteristic Duties: Under the general supervision of a Business Development Officer.
- Assist clients with on-line business registrations.
- Guide, advise, and counsel clients through business start-up procedures, business planning, market research, regulations and available resources.
- Assist in directing clients to the appropriate public and private sector business resources.
- Develop and deliver seminar, workshop and presentation materials.
- Participate and assist with relevant conferences, workshops, trade fairs and events as required.
- Assist in the organization, implementation and reporting for various programs and initiatives delivered by the Economic Development division.
- Track internal statistics on activities, job creation, start –ups, expansions and investments as well as input data as required by government agencies and community partners.
- Assist in the preparation of reports for various partners of the Economic Development division.
- Assist in the delivery of various projects and community partner related programs and activities.
- Work outside regular office hours as required.
- Develop and maintain a through working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- S uccessful completion of a Community College Diploma or University degree in Business Administration, Marketing or Economic Development.
- U p to six (6) months related experience.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Knowledge of various computer applications including Windows based systems, Internet, word processing, data base and spreadsheet applications.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communications skills.
- Demonstrate organizational and analytical ability.
- Demonstrate skills and abilities related to the use of information technology.
- Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
- French verbal and written skills an asset
- Satisfactory health, attendance and employment history.
- Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid Ontario driver’s licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.
Competencies: Competency Library - Level 1 Proficiency
This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.
Development opportunity range of pay: $27.20 to $31.98 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced range until the minimum qualifications have been met.
How To Apply If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.
We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, July 21, 2025 . For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.
- Click on the Apply for Job button.
- Follow the step by step application process.
- Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
- .doc
- .docx
- .txt
- .rtf
- Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.
- Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.
All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.
Live outside Canada or new to Canada? The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)
Contact Us For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email myJOBS@greatersudbury.ca
About Greater Sudbury
Welcome to the City of Greater Sudbury, a growing community recognized for innovation, leadership and a great northern lifestyle.
As an employee of our municipality, you get to enjoy working as a part of a team which enhances the quality of life for our residents. We provide a great employment experience which leads to a great resident experience. If you are passionate about our community, its people and its future, join our team and we can work together for an even better Greater Sudbury.
Our work is service driven and there are hundreds of technical, professional and operational roles that provide service to residents and businesses in our community. Local government provides an unparalleled environment to see your work transformed into a positive contribution to your city.
Junior Business Officer (Funded Position - Sudbury Local Immigration Partnership Project)
About the role
Job Description Division: Economic Development
Department: Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
Initial Reporting Location: Tom Davies Square
Job Status: Limited position (Funded Position - Sudbury Local Immigration Partnership Project)
Estimated Probable Duration: August 16, 2025 to March 31, 2028
Number of Vacancies: 1
Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Inside Unit
Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: No
Range of Pay: Group 7 $28.04 to $32.82 per hour
Characteristic Duties: Under the general supervision of a Business Development Officer.
- Assist clients with on-line business registrations.
- Guide, advise, and counsel clients through business start-up procedures, business planning, market research, regulations and available resources.
- Assist in directing clients to the appropriate public and private sector business resources.
- Develop and deliver seminar, workshop and presentation materials.
- Participate and assist with relevant conferences, workshops, trade fairs and events as required.
- Assist in the organization, implementation and reporting for various programs and initiatives delivered by the Economic Development division.
- Track internal statistics on activities, job creation, start –ups, expansions and investments as well as input data as required by government agencies and community partners.
- Assist in the preparation of reports for various partners of the Economic Development division.
- Assist in the delivery of various projects and community partner related programs and activities.
- Work outside regular office hours as required.
- Develop and maintain a through working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- S uccessful completion of a Community College Diploma or University degree in Business Administration, Marketing or Economic Development.
- U p to six (6) months related experience.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Knowledge of various computer applications including Windows based systems, Internet, word processing, data base and spreadsheet applications.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communications skills.
- Demonstrate organizational and analytical ability.
- Demonstrate skills and abilities related to the use of information technology.
- Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
- French verbal and written skills an asset
- Satisfactory health, attendance and employment history.
- Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid Ontario driver’s licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.
Competencies: Competency Library - Level 1 Proficiency
This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.
Development opportunity range of pay: $27.20 to $31.98 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced range until the minimum qualifications have been met.
How To Apply If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.
We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, July 21, 2025 . For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.
- Click on the Apply for Job button.
- Follow the step by step application process.
- Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
- .doc
- .docx
- .txt
- .rtf
- Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.
- Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.
All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.
Live outside Canada or new to Canada? The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)
Contact Us For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email myJOBS@greatersudbury.ca
About Greater Sudbury
Welcome to the City of Greater Sudbury, a growing community recognized for innovation, leadership and a great northern lifestyle.
As an employee of our municipality, you get to enjoy working as a part of a team which enhances the quality of life for our residents. We provide a great employment experience which leads to a great resident experience. If you are passionate about our community, its people and its future, join our team and we can work together for an even better Greater Sudbury.
Our work is service driven and there are hundreds of technical, professional and operational roles that provide service to residents and businesses in our community. Local government provides an unparalleled environment to see your work transformed into a positive contribution to your city.