Legislative & Privacy Assistant (12 month full-time term) - Exempt

OPEN DATE:        Friday, September 19, 2025

CLOSING DATE:  Wednesday, October 8, 2025

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Come live, work and play in paradise! Located along the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Powell River is a contemporary hub that balances abundant, natural beauty and a surplus of adventures with growing industry sectors in technology, retail, and tourism. Located just a 90-minute ferry away from Vancouver Island, within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a temperate climate. It’s known for an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle, a vibrant arts community, and four seasons of recreational adventures to explore.

Legislative & Privacy Assistant

Term Position (12 Months)

(Salary Range $69,400 - $79,600 per year)

Working as part of the Administration team, the Legislative & Privacy Assistant provides a senior level of confidential administrative support related to the functions of Council and the City as a corporate entity.  Under the direction of the Corporate Officer, the incumbent processes responses to access information requests under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is involved in the review, development and ongoing management of Council and Corporate policies, procedures, bylaws and reports. You will be privy to highly confidential and sensitivity and must adhere to the highest standards of discretion and professionalism.

Ideally you hold a post-secondary Diploma in Public Administration or a related field, along with at least three years of working directly with governing boards or councils, senior staff, committees and commissions.  Highly organized and self-motivate, you have exceptional attention to detail and are able to manage multiple priorities and effectively meet deadlines.  Preference may be given to candidates with experience working with FOIPPA. A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence is required.

Closing date: October 8, 2025.

Legislative & Privacy Assistant Job Description

How to Apply:

1. Complete the application below. Once complete, click Next.

2. Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents. This is a mandatory requirement of the application process. 

3. Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.

4. IMPORTANT: Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.

Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we may choose to only acknowledge those applicants selected for interview.