Administrative Assistant, Municipal Law Enforcement Services

Legislative Services | Municipal Law Enforcement Services
1 Vacancy | FT Temporary; One (1) Year | CUPE 126
Competition #: 26-T-63

Located on the historic, 386-kilometreTrent-Severn Waterway in the heart of the Kawartha tourism region, Peterborough is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting. The city has been named one of 52 destinations to visit in 2025 by the New York Times.

The City has been shaped by its connection to the waterway, nature, and by the people who call it home. Peterborough is a community of doers and dreamers that are resourceful, passionate, creative and brimming with local pride.

Before it was ever known as Peterborough, this land was called Nogojiwanong – Ojibwe for “the place at the foot of the rapids.” Today, the city remains continuously in motion, guided by a deep sense of community and connection. The City is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, known collectively as the Williams Treaty First Nations.

Job Details

Lead and oversee administrative duties associated with the Division by undertaking and providing primary reception, customer service, secretarial, and general administrative duties to support the daily operation of the division including, but not limited to, the input of absent time entries, preparing of invoices for approval and payment, formatting and updating division documents, as well as the maintenance, updating, and editing MLES related content on the City’s website. Coordinate records management and Freedom of Information responsibilities relative to the division. Provide backup and additional coverage to the division’s Enforcement Clerk as needed.

Qualifications

Requires two (2) year college diploma in business, office administration, or law clerk. Requires a combination of 2-3 years previous and on the job experience. Knowledge of enforcement practices and applicable corresponding legislation including Property Maintenance By-law, Property Standards By-law, Zoning By-law, Sign By-law, Pool Enclosure By-law, Waste Collection By-law, Enforcement By-law, Inspection By-law, Parking By-law, Parks and Facilities By-law, Trespass By-law,  Municipal Act, Building Code Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Planning Act, Provincial Offences Act, Evidence Act and Trespass to Property Act.

Must demonstrate attention to detail, have accurate data entry skills and have advanced level of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Power Point).  Must have well developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) to build effective relationships within the corporation and work collaboratively with divisions and independently; strong organization and time management skills; the ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate a number of tasks at one time; ability to work with minimal supervision.  Must be a team player with a commitment to quality and customer service.

Salary

Starting Hourly Rate: $34.80

Application Information

Qualified applicants are invited to apply by email to recruiting@peterborough.ca no later than 11:59pm midnight on April 22, 2026.  

To ensure your application is considered, please follow these steps: 

• Prepare one file only (PDF or Word) that includes both your résumé and cover letter 
• Name your file with your first and last name (e.g., JaneSmith Comp#.pdf)
• Include the competition number in the file name, and email subject line 

We thank all applicants for their interest in the City of Peterborough. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Peterborough is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's goods, services and facilities. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise People & Culture if you require accommodation.