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Our Financial Services Department is seeking to fill the role of Treasury Assistant for a one-year, full-time contract for the purpose of covering a parental leave. Under the direction of the Manager of Taxation & Revenue / Deputy Treasurer the Treasury Assistant is responsible for providing accounting and financial services including payroll processing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, and utility processing. Provides cash management including cash receipting and bank deposits. 

The primary focus of the role will be coordinating the accounting and administrative functions for Water, Sewer, Solid Waste Collection and Recycling, including billings, adjustments and specialized accounts receivable. Preparing and issuing water, sewer, solid waste collection and recycling / utility billings. Initiates late payment processes and conducts collections on overdue accounts. Provides support to the Manager of Taxation & Revenue / Deputy Treasurer including customer service support relating to property tax enquiries.

The Ideal Candidate

·     We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional that is willing to obtain or has the following:

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business Administration or an equivalent program.
• Completion of the Municipal Administration and Finance Program (MAFP) is considered an asset.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.
• Experience in a financial municipal environment is considered an asset.
• Proven knowledge and experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Sound working knowledge of accounting software (Asyst), and Microsoft 365.
• Excellent interpersonal skills working with staff and providing customer service.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced working environment, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow procedures and to request assistance when necessary.

Tangible Benefits

When you join us, you will be in receipt of the following amazing benefits:

• Competitive salary and fantastic matching pension plan
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Strong employer paid health benefits coverage – health, vision & dental benefits
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Supportive employee and family assistance program (EAP)
• Great corporate training and leadership development
• Great teamwork environment – have other professional and experienced staff to work with regularly
• Opportunity to provide meaningful work

Working Conditions:

Work occurs in an in-office environment with a high degree of public contact, as well as exposure to highly sensitive and confidential issues, which may be of a personal nature. This position requires long periods of sitting, as well as consistent visual concentration upon computer screens. Occasional lifting of boxes is required. Hours of work are scheduled within the core operating hours of 8:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. Occasional overtime may be required to deal with peak periods.

A detailed job description can be made available upon request.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until 4:30 PM on Friday, August 28, 2026.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume preferably by email to:

Justin Finkbeiner, Talent and Workforce Manager
Municipality of South Huron
322 Main Street South
P.O. Box 759
Exeter, ON N0M 1S6
Email: jfinkbeiner@southhuron.ca

We thank all applicant for their interest in this position; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contracted. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used for candidate selection purposes only. Accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Job Title: Community Relations Manager – Full-Time

As a result of a vacancy, the Municipality of South Huron is seeking to fill the full-time role of Community Relations Manager. Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, you will support the planning, coordination, marketing, and implementation of municipal community and economic development functions. This position conducts research, supports stakeholder and business engagement, assists with grants and funding opportunities, coordinates communications and promotional activities, and contributes to strategic projects that advance local economic vitality, community capacity, and municipal projects. You will also support related administrative, reporting strategic initiatives and special project coordination functions for initiatives led through the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer.

The ideal candidate must have: 

•         University degree or college diploma in Public Administration, Communications, Economic Development, Marketing or related discipline.
• Previous experience in an administrative, municipal, community development, economic development, communications, or public sector office environment is considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, website content management systems, social media platforms, and digital communication tools.
• Familiarity with economic development within rural Ontario is an asset.
• Event planning experience is an asset.
• Able to form a sound judgement as to the best way of dealing with sensitive issues. Requires experience developing corporate relations strategies and providing assistance and direction to senior management and staff.
• Understanding of the program development process and how to implement new initiatives, including planning, costing, implementation strategies, and building in feedback and evaluation techniques.
• Proven ability working in a complex environment that requires a high level of integrity and professionalism, along with superior client service skills at all times.
• Strong understanding of all applicable legislation, by-laws, and policies.
• Excellent oral, written, presentation, interpersonal, and consultative communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with Council, staff, community partners, business, media and the public.
• Ability to work under pressure, complete multiple assignments and function effectively in a high-volume workplace with tight deadlines.
• Work effectively as a member of a team.

Tangible Benefits:

When you join us, you will be in receipt of the following amazing benefits:

• Competitive salary and fantastic matching pension plan
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Strong health benefits coverage – employer paid health, vision & dental benefits
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Supportive employee assistance program (EAP)
• Great corporate training and leadership development
• Great teamwork environment – have other professional and experienced staff to work with regularly
• Opportunity to provide meaningful work

Working Conditions:

Work occurs in an office environment with a high degree of public contact. This position requires long periods of sitting, as well as consistent visual concentration upon computer screens. Occasional lifting of boxes is required. Hours of work are scheduled withing the core operating hours of 8:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. Occasional overtime may be required to deal with peak periods. Attendance at after-hours meetings, Council meetings, Committee meetings and special events may be required from time to time.  

A detailed job description can be made available upon request.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until 4:30 PM on Friday, September 04, 2026.

How to Apply

Please submit your application preferably by email to:

Justin Finkbeiner, Talent and Workforce Manager
Municipality of South Huron
322 Main Street South
P.O. Box 759
Exeter, ON N0M 1S6
Email: jfinkbeiner@southhuron.ca

We thank all applicant for their interest in this position; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contracted. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used for candidate selection purposes only. Accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Our Transportation Services Department is seeking to fill the roles of Seasonal Equipment Operator. Under the direction of the Foreperson of Transportation Services this role assists in the day-to-day winter operations in an effective, safe, efficient and environmentally responsible manner. This role monitors municipal roads to provincial minimum standards, conducts repairs, and maintains necessary records. Provides winter control through snow removal and salting/sanding of roads and sidewalks.

The Ideal Candidate  

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professionals that have the following:

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• Possess a valid DZ license, AZ license would be considered an asset.
• Driver's abstract deemed satisfactory by the Municipality.
• Experience as a heavy equipment operator.
• Works effectively as a team member. 
• Knowledge of the Ministry of Transportation regulations and minimum maintenance standards, as well as provincial occupational health and safety standards.
• Effective inter-personal, management, and written and oral communication skills.
• Proper operation, care and maintenance of departmental equipment and other resources of the Transportation Services Division.

Tangible Benefits

When you join us, you will be in receipt of the following amazing benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Eligibility to participate in matching pension plan
• Great corporate training and development
• Great teamwork environment – have other professional and experienced staff to work with regularly
• Opportunity to provide meaningful work

Working Conditions

Work involves a substantial amount of heavy lifting, carrying and climbing, Operations continue in all weather, including severe weather conditions such as freezing roads, blizzards, and white outs with poor visibility and slippery conditions. A high degree of mental alertness is required to ensure the safety of self and others as working with heavy equipment, vehicles, unpredictable traffic conditions, tools and hazardous chemicals is required. A flexible schedule is required to account for operational coverage outside of the core hours, including emergencies, holidays, weekends, on-call and seasonal shifts. 

A detailed job description can be made available upon request.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until 4:30 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026. 

How to Apply

Please submit your resume preferably by email to:

Justin Finkbeiner, Talent and Workforce Manager
Municipality of South Huron
322 Main Street South
P.O. Box 759
Exeter, ON N0M 1S6
Email: jfinkbeiner@southhuron.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used for candidate selection purposes only. Accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.