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Here you will find active job posting with the Town of Renfrew. Thank you for your interest, however, only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the selection process. Applicants must make their needs known in advance. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

GIS/Engineering Technician (1 position)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of GIS/Engineering Technician to support the Development and Environment, and Engineering Departments. The technician will assist with collecting, organizing, and maintaining mapping and infrastructure data used by the Town. This includes completing field work to gather spatial and assetrelated information, entering and updating data in the Town’s GIS system, and creating maps to support planning and engineering projects. The technician will also assist with engineering activities such as reviewing drawings and plans, supporting the delivery of capital projects, and assisting with site inspections and field reviews during construction. The technician will be required to work independently at times, as well as collaboratively across multiple departments. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the attached link.

Household Hazardous Waste Depot Attendant (1 position)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of Household Hazardous Waste Attendant – Summer Term to operate the Household Hazardous Waste Program at the Renfrew Landfill. The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving, sorting, packaging, and tracking household hazardous waste (e.g. automotive fluids, paint, cleaning products, aerosols, light bulbs, batteries, fertilizers, pesticides, etc.) for shipment. They will also assist landfill users by directing them to the appropriate disposal locations and help landfill staff with basic maintenance activities (e.g. litter pick up, grass cutting, cleaning etc.). The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.

Summer Grounds Maintenance-Public Works (2 positions)

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The Town of Renfrew is accepting applications for a Summer Grounds Maintenance position to assist the Department of Infrastructure, Public Works & Engineering’s Public Works Division. This seasonal role involves supporting municipal operations through duties such as horticultural maintenance, grass cutting/trimming, and various other duties. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.

Summer Camp Leader (1 position)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of Summer Camp Leader to assist the Community & Recreation Services Department in supervising and ensuring the safety of campers during all Town of Renfrew Summer Camp activities. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.

Summer Camp Counsellor (4 positions)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of Summer Camp Counsellor to assist the Community & Recreation Services Department in supervising and ensuring the safety of campers during all Town of Renfrew Summer Camp activities. The responsibilities of this position include general supervision of children and the facilitation of activities including crafts, games, sports and day trips all while maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone. This position will be required to assist with general set-up and clean-up of program spaces, and ensuring they are safe and tidy. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.

Summer Camp Inclusion Counsellor (1 position)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of Day Camp Inclusion Counsellor to assist the Community and Recreation Services Department in supervising and ensuring the safety of campers during all Town of Renfrew Summer Camp activities. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.

Records Management Clerk (1 position)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of Records Management Clerk. The duties of the Records Management Clerk include, but are not limited to, assisting with the organization’s information and records management, archival and retention processes. The position will support the Town of Renfrew’s compliance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) by collaborating with the Department of Legislative Services & Council Relations to implement records management standards. This role is highly active and hands-on, requiring full days of work. The successful candidate will work directly for the Department of Legislative Services & Council Relations and will integrate with all departments across the organization. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.

Summer Maintenance/Labourer-Parks & Rec (4 positions)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of Summer Maintenance/Labourer – Parks & Rec. The summer maintenance/labourers will be responsible for assisting full time staff to ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of designated facilities and parks for the Town of Renfrew. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.

Assistant Museum Director (1 position)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of Assistant Museum Director for the McDougall Mill Museum. The Assistant Museum Director assists in the day-to-day operation of the museum and visitor information centre. They are the team leader and responsible for operations when the Curator/Archivist is not present. They assist with staff and volunteer orientation and oversee that all policies and protocols are in place and being followed by staff, volunteers and visitors. Tasks include: Assist with seasonal cleaning and opening of the museum. Assist with training and orienting summer staff. Oversee day-to-day museum operations as a team leader. Set daily, weekly, monthly goals and ensure they are met. Collaborate with Curator/Archivist to prepare staff schedules, time sheets, projected tasks and handle concerns arising with regards to the day-to-day operations. Assist in gathering statistics and preparing quarterly reports to council. Follow records management and financial recording procedures. Assist with directing and recording the activities of museum volunteers. Assist with organizing special fundraising events. Schedule, plan and oversee school group and day camp visits. Schedule limited access tours of the museum including planning the tour program and tour logistics. Greet visitors to the museum and visitor information centre and deal with routine inquiries and/or complaints from museum visitors. Maintain and create museum displays. Promote new exhibits. Ensure housekeeping schedule is maintained. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.

Visitor Experience Assistant (2 positions)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of Visitor Experience Assistant for the McDougall Mill Museum. Visitor Experience Assistants are the main point of contact for museum visitors. They greet visitors, provide an orientation to the museum, answer questions and are available to provide guided tours and point out key artifacts. They are also responsible for gift shop and refreshment sale transactions. McDougall Mill Museum works in partnership with the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association as a visitor information centre. Visitor Experience Assistants act as ambassadors of the Ottawa Valley, answer questions and promote Renfrew County attractions, events and businesses. Visitor Experience Assistants follow a cleaning schedule that involves the washrooms, office and museum grounds. They are also responsible for the routine cleaning of the 3 floors of exhibitions accessible to the public. Visitor Experience Assistants interact with school tours, summer day camp visits as well as group visits. They also prepare displays and programming for special events such as Canada Day. As time permits, Visitor Experience Assistants may assist the Curator/Archivist with collections management activities such as inventory, data entry, records management, rehousing collections in storage, cataloguing and updating exhibitions. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.

Museum Program Coordinator (1 position)

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The Town of Renfrew invites applications for the position of Museum Program Coordinator for the McDougall Mill Museum. The Museum Program Coordinator will develop, coordinate, and deliver the Saturdays at the Mill programming schedule, with a focus on creating engaging public programs, training staff in program delivery, and supporting day-to-day museum operations. Program development involves historical research, creative planning, technical writing, photography, data entry using Catalogit, and hands-on work with museum materials. The Museum Program Coordinator will be expected to collaborate with other local heritage organizations when needed to gather relevant information or seek guidance on program content. From time to time, the Museum Program Coordinator will liaise with the public, where they will be expected to promote the programs they are developing and delivering. They may also assist with other museum duties as required, such as events, visitor orientation, or exhibit cleaning. The availability of this position is subject to funding approval by Town Council.

More details can be found in the link provided.