Job Postings

Acting Deputy Clerk

Full time – one (1) year contract (Maternity Leave Replacement)

Position overview and requirements:

The Township of Russell is currently seeking a motivated individual to fill the above-mentioned position.

The candidate will be reporting to the Municipal Clerk and will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Municipal Clerk, the Mayor and Municipal Councillors. Assist the Clerk in carrying out their administrative and statutory duties in accordance with the Municipal Act, corporate policies, objectives and by-laws. 

The candidate will also assist in the preparation of Council meetings agendas, assembly and distribution of agenda packages, assist in the preparation of council motions, will be required to attend all council meetings and act as recording secretary including transcribing of council meeting minutes, live broadcasting and managing sound system for all Council meetings in the evening.

The ideal candidate has experience in a municipal administration setting and is familiar with Diligent (iCompass) software.

• Post-secondary education in administration or a combination of education and training;
• Must be able to write correspondence;
• Moderate knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Office) and office equipment;
• Ability to perform detailed work on several tasks simultaneously with interruptions and shifting priorities;
• Ability to organize workload in order of priority to meet requirements and deadlines with minimal supervision;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Be available to attend Council meetings in the evening.

Language requirements:

Advanced proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing of both French and English.

Compensation:

The salary, based on 35 hours per week, is between $35.44 and $44.18 per hour, and includes , a pension plan, and free access to the Sports Dome Training Centre.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume in Word or PDF format to the attention of Human Resources, by email at jobs.emplois@russell.ca no later than 4:00 p.m. on February 10, 2026. A detailed job description is available upon request.

Help Little Minds Grow! Exciting Daycare Opportunities await you!

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Positions available at St. Jean/La Croisée, Saint Joseph, St. Mother Teresa Daycares for our Before and After School Programs:

• Part-Time Registered Early Childhood Educators
• Part-Time Early Childhood Educators

Positions overview and requirements:

Registered Early Childhood Educators under the supervision of the Daycare Manager are responsible for delivering an educational program including activities that are geared toward children's development, their health, their security and their well-being and ensure professional and efficient management of the programming and activities of the service.

• College degree in Early Childhood Education or in the process of completing an apprenticeship program;
• Be a member of the Association of Early Childhood Educators Ontario;

• Valid and negative criminal record check - Vulnerable sector (within six months);
• Hold a valid CPR and First Aid certification;
• Must be 18 years or older;

• Communication and interpersonal skills;
• Patience, empathy and understanding of children’s needs;

• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment;
• Capacity to work within a team and participate actively in supporting the center, children, families and co-workers;
• Have strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Language requirements:

• Excellent proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing of French (St. Joseph and St. Jean/La Croisée);
• Excellent proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing of English (St. Mother Teresa);
• Bilingualism is an asset.

Compensation:

The salary is between $26.30/hour and $29.60/hour and includes pension plan as well as a free access to the Municipal Sports Dome Training Center (gym).

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Early Childhood Educators are responsible for delivering an educational program including activities that are geared toward children's development, their health, their security, and their well-being. 

• Hold a valid CPR and First Aid certification;
• Valid and negative criminal record check – Vulnerable sector (within 6 months);
• Must be 18 years or older;
• Communication and interpersonal skills;
• Patience, empathy and understanding of children’s needs;
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment;
• Work in cooperation within a strong team environment.

Language requirements:

• Excellent proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing of French (St. Jean/La Croisée and Saint Joseph);
• Excellent proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing of English (St. Mother Teresa);
• Bilingualism is an asset.

Compensation:

The salary is between $21.56/hour and $24.27/hour and includes pension plan as well as a free access to the Municipal Sports Dome Training Center (gym).

How to Apply:

Those interested in the position are invited to submit their resume in Word or PDF format by clearly stating the desired position and Daycare service to the attention of the Human Resources Department, by email at: jobs.emplois@russell.ca. These positions will remain open until filled. A detailed job description is available upon request.