Election Clerk (8 month contract)

Job Type:

Contract

Department:

Hourly Wage:

$49,167.00

Close Date (closes at 12:00 am on date noted below):

April 4, 2026

Openings:

1

Position Summary

About Milton
Join one of Ontario’s fastest-growing and most dynamic municipalities. The Town of Milton is proud to deliver high-quality, sustainable municipal services that support a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-looking community where residents thrive, businesses succeed, and nature is respected and protected.

Our vision is to foster a safe, diverse, and welcoming environment—one that honours its natural landscapes and rich heritage, supports thriving and inclusive neighbourhoods, nurtures a strong and balanced economy, and offers exceptional opportunities to live, learn, work, and play.

What We Offer?
This contract position is eligible for the following:

•Annual Salary Range: $49,167 - $61,458
•Payment in Lieu of Benefits (for contracts over 12 months)
•Employee Assistance Program
•Eligibility to participate in the OMERS pension plan
•Paid time off, including vacation and incidental days (for contracts over 6 months)
•Employee perks/discounts: Discount on Active Living Pass and Perkopolis
•Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work options and participation in the Town’s compressed work-week program (for eligible positions)

Position Summary
Under the direction of the Manager of Legislative and Legal Services/Deputy Clerk, this contract position assists the Deputy Clerk and the Election Team with supporting the public, election workers and candidates for the Municipal Election. This position assists with duties required to implement the Municipal Election.

Major Job Responsibilities

Provides direct support and assistance to the Deputy Clerk and Election Team with the coordination of various activities related to the effective implementation of the Municipal Election and related processes, which includes:

• Assists the Election Team with communicating election-related information to the public, staff and candidates for the Municipal Election.
• Assists with updating and preparing election materials including Voters Lists, information pamphlets, election handbooks, voters’ cards etc.
• Assists with reviewing election web pages for required information updates.
• Participates in project coordination and team meetings as required to meet operational needs.
• Assists with setting up voting places.
• Assists with purchasing and recording of necessary election supplies.
• Assists with duties related to recruiting, training and organizing of Municipal Election workers and/or volunteers.
• Acts as a Deputy Returning Officer and assists in the Election Day and advance voting processes, including voting and vote counting procedures, as needed.
• Performs other election related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree, preferably in public administration or government relations programs

• Experience interpreting provincial legislation and regulations

• Able to prioritize work and work under pressure to meet deadlines

• Available to work flexible shifts or overtime as required

• Able to work in a highly confidential environment and maintain a high level of integrity

• Strong communication and customer service skills with ability to communicate and deal with all levels of staff, public, other government agencies and candidates in a professional and courteous manner

• Effective organization and time management skills

• Able to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment

• Strong problem solving and dispute resolution skills

• Proficient in Windows based software including Word, Outlook and Excel

• Valid Ontario Driver’s License with driving record that demonstrates responsible/safe driving behaviour and use of a personal vehicle is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) years’ experience in a municipal environment

• Knowledge of municipal legislation

• Knowledge of municipal elections

• Experience related to municipal elections is an asset

Note to Applicants

This posting is for an existing job vacancy.

The Town is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to fair and transparent hiring practice.

We thank all who apply, however only those selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.

Accommodations

Should you be selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your full participation in the process.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to apply online at www.milton.ca under the Employment Opportunities section. Please ensure your application is submitted by 11:59 pm on April 3, 2026.

If you are currently employed with the Town of Milton, please apply internally through the Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.

In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.