Corporate Communications Student Assistant (NUG-25-08) - Jobs in Peterborough, Ontario

Job Description

We #39;re on the lookout for top-tier talent to join our upper-tier municipality! If you #39;re ready to take your career to new heights, learn from some of the best local government experts, or are just interested in being a part of positive work culture, where opportunities for growth and career advancement exist - we want to hear from you! Seize the opportunity to contribute to a future that will leave a lasting impact for generations. Take action today by applying and join us in shaping tomorrow together! Posting Details:

• Application Deadline: February 28, 2025 at 12:00pm (noon)
• Position Status: Full-Time Seasonal Contract
• Contract Length: May 5, 2025 - August 29, 2025
• Openings: 1
• Hourly Rate: $19.65 per hour (effective January 1, 2025)
• Hours per Week: 35
• Position Location: Peterborough, Ontario
• Position Group: Non-Union, Seasonal
• Competition #: NUG-25-08

What you’ll do:The Corporate Communications Student Assistant role provides an opportunity to be part of a team that brings ideas to life, showcases the incredible work of various divisions, delivers top-notch customer service, and ramps up resident engagement. As a supporting player in our dynamic and fun-filled environment, you #39;ll wear many hats.

• Social Media: Craft compelling content to be featured across different social media platforms and the official website to promote County initiatives and projects.
• Information Hub: Assist with providing direct support to local businesses and residents seeking information on economic development, tourism, and more.
• Customer Service: Ramp up resident engagement through working with the general public and assist internal departments with bringing their creative ideas to life
• Administration: Help execute the Corporate Communications strategy through report writing, developing communication concepts, sourcing materials, assisting with event planning, and more.

In accordance with County Policy, a Police Record Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of employment.Selection Process: Get ready to showcase your skills! The selection process is expected to kick off during the month of March. Keep a close eye on your email toensure you don #39;t miss out on this exciting opportunity. This job is for you if…

• Our non-negotiable: You are a current post-secondary student, attending post-secondary education in the fall of 2025, or graduated from a post-secondary education institute within 2025.
• Creativity: You are versatile and really shine when getting to design graphics for presentations, reports, and social media.
• Organization: You can juggle multiple different tasks due to your strong prioritization and effective communication skills.
• Problem Solver: You excel at problem-solving by thinking outside the box and taking all details into consideration prior to making a decision.
• Learning: You love having collaborative feedback on projects and thrive in an environment where sharing knowledge and ideas is encouraged.
• Community: You take pride in serving a community that offers a diverse landscape, tourist attractions, a booming downtown scene, a lively arts community, and a strong local business sector.
• Perks: You want to work for an organization that offers OMERS pension enrollment, a casual dress code, and flexible/work-from-home-arrangements for eligible employees.
• Culture: You thrive in a collaborative team environment with a focus on growth and professional development opportunities. Wellness in the workplace is important to you, and you enjoy attending events, lunch-and-learns and more!

Peterborough County embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive workplace! In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used for the purpose of job selection. Any queries should be directed to People Services. If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact the People Services Department at hrinfo@ptbocounty.ca or 705-743-0380.  Powered by JazzHR