Careers and Volunteering

Thank you for your interest in working with the Municipality of Trent Lakes.

The Municipality of Trent Lakes accepts resumes for employment only when a specific job opportunity has been posted. If you are applying for more than one job opportunity, you must submit a separate resume for each posting. If you are emailing your resume, please include the title of the job you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the Municipality of Trent Lakes. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment opportunities

Deputy Clerk

Type: Permanent Full-Time, Non-Union

Salary: $59,523.69 to $70,040.54 annually and a Competitive Benefits Package

Hours of work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Department: Clerk’s Department

Qualifications:

Post-Secondary Diploma in Legal, Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science or equivalent.
Minimum of three years’ previous experience in municipal government in a related field or equivalent.
Completion of AMCTO Municipal Administration Program and Municipal Law Program an asset.
Knowledge of municipal government processes and parliamentary procedures.
Experience with TOMRMS or other Records Management Systems.
Knowledge of purchasing and tendering processes and principles.
Previous experience of knowledge of local, provincial, and federal laws including the Municipal Act (MA), Municipal Elections Act (MEA), Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Commissioner for Taking Affidavits Act, Marriage Act, Vital Statistics Act, etc.

Deputy Clerk job description.

Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your application. Applications must be clearly marked “Deputy Clerk” and will be received in confidence no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday, March 31, 2023. Please submit your resume to the Human Resources Coordinator, Municipality of Trent Lakes, 760 Peterborough County Road 36, Trent Lakes, Ontario K0M 1A0. E-mail submissions are acceptable at hr@trentlakes.ca.

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to inform of any accommodating requests so that they can be dealt with throughout the recruitment process. Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment.

Casual Transfer Station Attendant

This position covers vacation, sick time, and peak periods

Type: Casual

Wage: $22.26 per hour

Hours of work: The hours of work will vary based on work demand and availability

Department: Public Works, Non-Union

Qualifications:

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent;
Minimum of one (1) year experience performing job related duties;
Knowledge of Ministry of Environment and Climate Change as well as Ministry of Natural Resources regulations an asset;
Knowledge of hazards and applicable safety rules;
Demonstrate communication skills including the ability to listen and respond with tact and courtesy;
Exhibit a high level of initiative, work performance and responsibility in the performance of duties;
Process straight forward financial transactions as they relate to tipping fees and dog licenses;
Successful candidate will be required to work weekends and applicable holidays;
Reliable transportation to any of the four (4) transfer station sites.

The full Transfer Station Attendant job description.

Applications must be clearly marked “Casual Transfer Station Attendant”. Please submit your resume to the Human Resources Coordinator, Municipality of Trent Lakes, 760 Peterborough County Road 36, Trent Lakes, Ontario K0M 1A0. E-mail submissions are acceptable at hr@trentlakes.ca.

Volunteer opportunities

Trent Lakes Fire department

Being a Volunteer Firefighter can be a very rewarding experience. Volunteer Firefighters contribute to the safety of the whole community.

For more information about joining our team, please visit our Firefighter Recruitment page.

Boards and committees

There are currently no vacancies.

Community halls and rinks

We welcome applications from anyone seeking a volunteer position at one of the municipally-owned halls or rinks. Please fill out the Community Volunteer Application if you are interested in volunteering. Please note we will only contact applicants when there are available openings to volunteer.

Fence-Viewer

Trent Lakes Municipal Council is accepting applications for the position of Fence-Viewer.

Fence-Viewers - 4 Vacancies

Term of Appointment: Term of Council (Term ending November 14th, 2026)

Purpose: Fence-Viewers are appointed pursuant to the Line Fences Act to carry out the provisions of this Act. Fence Viewers are paid $80.00 per site visit and mileage at the prevailing municipal rate.

Key Qualifications: Appointees will have relevant experience in line fence viewing, fence construction, property law, or surveying. Fence-Viewers may be required to access remote areas on rural properties, must hold a valid "G" driver's license, and be willing to sign a Code of Conduct.

Ways to apply:

Fill out our online application
Download the PDF version of our application and submit to clerk@trentlakes.ca
Pick up the printed application at the Municipal Office, and submit via mail, fax, or email at clerk@trentlakes.ca

Applications are due by Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.

Questions:

Please direct any questions regarding this position to Jessie Clark, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk at clerk@trentlakes.ca or at 705-738-3800 ext. 219.

Non discrimination statement

The Municipality of Trent Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. 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. Please advise Human Resources to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated.

Please note: Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection.