Description:

We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, self-starter to help MPP Mike Schreiner carry out legislative responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about being part of a small team in a fast paced environment working together to represent constituents in Guelph.

General

• Responsible for operations and administration of Queen’s Park office
• Manage Member’s daily schedule
• Attend events and meetings with Member and as needed in lieu of Member
• Draft briefing notes and memos to support Member
• Manage and respond to correspondence received in Queen’s Park office (mail and email) 
• Manage the Member’s Queen’s Park financial expenditures and administer expense claims, working with the Constituency Office Manager
• Support Member with all other daily tasks as required

Legislative

• Support the Member in preparing debate remarks, member’s statements and other speeches
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, Queen’s Park Clerk Office, Committee members, constituents, interest groups, other Members and their staff members 
• Keep Member and other staff up to date on daily activities events and activities and decisions related to Parliamentary matters and events

Communications 

• Support the communications team in coordinating MPP press conferences
• Take photos and create social media posts while the Member is at Queen’s Park, working with the communications team

Other

• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Relevant post-secondary degree, or equivalent training, education & experience
• Political office or other administrative experience 
• Ability to be flexible and accommodate long working hours during legislative sessions, including evenings. 
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment where tasks change on short notice 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team environment

Assets 

• French or other languages
• Proficiency in government relations and Ontario legislative procedure  

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.