About this role
One of the sunniest regions in BC's Lower Mainland, Delta embraces three unique communities - Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen. The City of Delta is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our commitment to lead the way in public service excellence.
- City of DeltaAdmin Assistant City Manager?s OfficeThe City of Delta has an exciting opportunity for a Regular Full-Time Admin Assistant in the City Manager?s Office.
- We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly organized and resourceful individual with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, sound judgement and the ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of their work.
- The successful candidate will have an understanding of local government and its relationships with residents, other levels of government and the private sector.
- They will demonstrate initiative, discretion and the ability to work independently while providing comprehensive administrative support to the City Manager?s Office.
- Reporting to the Administrative Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for: Receiving and organizing the City Manager and Department?s communications including screening telephone calls, mail and email messages, and use independent judgment to determine items requiring priority attention.
- Scheduling internal/external meetings, confirming travel arrangements if necessary.
- Provide excellent and timely customer service to both external and internal customers, via telephone, e-mail, website and in-person, including liaising with Executive Assistants, General Managers, City Manager, Mayor and Council members.
- Maintain electronic tracking of customer complaints and inquiries.
- Coordinate meetings with staff and/or community stakeholder groups.
- Anticipate, identify and manage emerging issues and challenges within the department.
- Independently and appropriately direct internal/public requests for departmental service.
- Compose, proofread, edit and finalize a variety of documents, letters, memos and/or Council Reports, including those of a technical nature.
- Assist with planning and organizing corporate events.
- Support the City Manager and Deputy City Manager in both internal/external departmental projects with an ability to anticipate needs.
Qualifications
- A minimum of three (3) years of high level office experience plus post-secondary education in Business Administration; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- A valid BC Class 5 Driver?s License Proficiency in MS Office and desktop publishing.
- Local Government Management courses are an asset, as well as experience working with senior levels of government, business, residents and local associations.
- An ability to uphold the dignity, respect, order and confidentiality of the City of Delta is imperative.
- Tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive issues is necessary, and strong organizational, interpersonal and communications skills are essential.
- The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $77,242 - $92,113 (commensurate with experience) and an excellent benefits package including Municipal Pension Plan as well as an earned-days-off system.
- Interested applicants are requested to apply online using the APPLY NOW link below, to competition number #26-204 EX by November 30, 2026.
- At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.
- We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets must be submitted with your application.
- Preferred candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check.