Manager, Legislative Services and Deputy Regional Clerk
Manager, Legislative Services and Deputy Regional Clerk
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Manager of Legislative Services and Deputy Regional Clerk
Legislative Services- Clerks
Status: Regular Full Time
Salary Range: $114196-$142747per annum plus comprehensive benefits
Work Mode: Hybrid*see below for more details about this work mode.
Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive Brampton
Hours of work:35 hours per week
Lead with Purpose in the Heart of Municipal Government.
Are you a municipal governance professional with a passion for process public service and policy Do you thrive in roles where leadership legislation and service excellence intersect
We are looking for a strategic collaborative and experienced leader to join our Legislative Services team as Manager of Legislative Services & Deputy Regional Clerk.
About Us:
The Office of the Regional Clerk supports accessible and effective governance at Peel Region. We work closely with elected officials staff and the community to ensure transparency accountability and service excellence. Our core focus areas include:
- Council and Committee Support Services
- Corporate Policies
- Access to Information and Privacy
- Records Management and Archives
About the Role:
In this dual-capacity leadership role youll manage the day-to-day operations of the Legislative Services section and step into the Deputy Regional Clerk role when required. Youll lead a skilled team oversee council and committee operations and support statutory functions that keep democratic processes running smoothly. This is a unique opportunity to shape the delivery of governance services while ensuring legislative compliance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategic Management
- Direct supervision of a team of Legislative Specialists and Technical Advisors
- Strategic oversight of Council/Committee support including agenda management meeting logistics and legislative coordination
- Budget development and resource planning for the Legislative Services Section
- Championing staff development succession planning and a culture of service excellence
- Managing vendor contracts (e.g. chamber technology closed meeting investigators)
Deputy Regional Clerk Responsibilities
- Fulfilling all statutory duties of the Clerk in their absence
- Acting as signing officer for the Corporation
- Oversight of:
- Corporate Policy Program
- Council Procedure By-law reviews
- Lobbyist & Gift Registries Integrity Commissioner coordination
- Planning Act and Construction Act obligations
- Corporate Document Execution and Oaths commissioning programs
- Community complaints and inquiries process
What You Bring:
- University degree in Public Administration Political Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government experience including 5 years in a supervisory role
- Deep knowledge of parliamentary procedures council operations and municipal legislation (Municipal Act Elections Act Conflict of Interest etc.)
- Strong political acuity communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion
Nice to Have:
- Certified Municipal Officer (CMO) designation
- Completion of the Municipal Administration Program
Why Join Peel
This is more than a jobits a chance to be part of the Regions leadership fabric. Youll play a pivotal role in advancing good governance and enabling Council to make informed transparent decisions that shape Peels future. Make an impact. Lead with purpose. Be bold. Think big. Join us.
At Peel Region we believe in taking care of you. Heres what youll enjoy when you join our team:
- Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health Dental and Vision plan (yes even psychological health coverage) starting on your very first day!
- OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
- Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year because work-life balance is important!
- Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
- Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
- Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases your hard work is recognized and rewarded!
- Supportive Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.
- Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing whether in your career or on a personal level.
Weve got you covered because we know happy healthy people do their best work!
In this role youll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.
Its important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that were compliant with all regulations and policies.
The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.
Interview:Ourrecruitmentprocesswill include video conference technology
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About Us
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200000 businesses.
Were working to create a community that is safe inclusive and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6700 strong and since 1974 weve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services health programs long-term care and services for seniors child care support garbage collection and recycling waste water and water treatment road maintenance financial assistance and housing support.
Recognized by Canadas Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity practices inclusion recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together its impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You wont find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact
Please be advised Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicants responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings interview dates) it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Unclear
