Job Postings

Constituency Assistant

Constituency Office

Location:

Edmonton

Competition #:

8717

Open To:

All

Date Posted:

August 14th, 2025

Closing Date:

August 28th, 2025 - 11:59pm

Compensation Rate:

Hourly wage is between $30-$35 per hour commensurate on experience in addition to a comprehensive benefits package.

Hours Per Week:

This is a part-time position consisting of 20 hours per week.

Additional Information:

Job Description:

Reporting to the MLA, the Constituency Assistant will be a liaison between the MLA and their Edmonton Highlands Norwood community groups, stakeholders, and individuals. The Constituency Assistant will be required to work in a challenging, variable environment and take responsibility for assisting the MLA with a high volume of casework and correspondence. Occasional work in event support, office management, staffing, and community outreach will also be required. Travel to events and meetings across the constituency and the province may be required. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Receive, document, and respond to inquiries, concerns, and requests from constituents on a wide range of local and provincial issues.
  • Assist constituents with accessing government services and programs.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of constituent interactions.
  • Ensure compliance with legislative and privacy requirements. 
  • Respond to correspondence from constituents and stakeholders.
  • Staff the MLA at community events and activities.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills: 

  • Degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
  • Familiarity with MS Windows, Office365.
  • A strong understanding of the political history of the constituency and of Alberta politics. 

Working Conditions:

  • Flexible office hours, with occasional evenings and weekends required.
  • Option for hybrid work structure.
  • Fast-paced, public-facing environment requiring adaptability and professionalism.
  • Some travel within the constituency and across the province may be necessary.

Please submit a resume and cover letter by midnight on Thursday August 28th, 2025.

 

If you’re interested but not sure you meet the qualifications, please apply anyway! We are committed to diversity in hiring, and that includes acknowledgement of lived experience and non-traditional career paths.

 

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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