Careers

The Township of Greater Madawaska is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill a full-time permanent position as the Finance/Reception Clerk. This position will report directly to the Treasurer-Deputy CAO and provide effective and efficient support to the Administrative Office. Primary responsibilities include receptionist duties such as typing, filing, answering telephone inquiries or transferring calls to appropriate staff, and ensuring office supplies are ordered and kept replenished. Responsible for cash receipting duties and accounts payable processing.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Post Secondary Secretarial or Office Administration diploma with high efficiency in word processing, or equivalent receptionist experience.
• Computer experience is essential.
• Strong ability to learn new systems, procedures, and policies quickly.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in both fast-paced, high-volume environments and slower, detail-focused settings.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks as demands change
• High level of initiative and ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills combined with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Approximately 1-year progressive office administration experience, ideally including reception

The salary range for this position is $45,846 to $53,945 based on a 35-hour work week (8:30am – 4:00pm), includes mandatory OMERS participation, optional health and dental benefits and opportunity for a flex time schedule.

Full Job Description document is available for review.

Please submit your resume quoting “Finance/Reception Clerk” by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026, to:

Jessica Schroeder

Finance and Human Resources Administrator

Corporation of the Township of Greater Madawaska

19 Parnell Street, P.O. Box 180

Calabogie, ON K0J 1H0

Fax: 613-752-2617

Email: hr@greatermadawaska.com

The Township of Greater Madawaska is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their

interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Township will

provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with

disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform

the Township of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or

processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of

the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Now Hiring: Summer Student Positions

The Township is currently accepting applications for Summer Student positions for the upcoming season. These positions are ideal for students looking to gain hands-on experience while contributing to the community.

Application Deadline is March 6, 2026 at 4:00pm

Available Positions

• Public Works Labourer (2 positions)
  Assist with general maintenance, road work, and operational tasks within the Public Works Department.

• Park Maintenance Labourer (1 position)
  Responsible for maintaining municipal parks and facilities, including groundskeeping and general upkeep.

• Administrative / Recreation Assistant (1 position)
  Provide administrative support and assist with recreation programming, events, and customer service.

Eligibility Requirements: All summer student applicants must meet the following requirements on the first day of employment with the Township of Greater Madawaska.

• You must be 16 years of age to 30 years of age (with the exception of the Facilities Grounds Labourer which can be a minimum of 15 years of age)
• You must be enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary program
• You must be returning to a secondary or post-secondary program on a full-time basis in the fall of 2025.
• You must have a minimum of a class 'G2' licence and present a clean drivers abstract (with the exception of the Facilities Ground Labourer if only 15 years of age)
• A satisfactory Criminal Reference Check is required prior to commencement of employment for applicants that are 18 years and older.

Interested applicants can:

• complete the Online Summer Student Application
• forward their resume by email to Human Resources
• drop off or mail resume to the Township office at:
  • 19 Parnell St
  • PO Box 180
  • Calabogie, ON K0J 1H0

We thank all applicants and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township of Greater Madawaska is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request. Please contact Jessica Schroeder.

Are you interested in being an active part of our community ensuring safety and enhancing public education to the youth and families within the Township, do you want to challenge yourself to try something new? If this interests you, we invite you to join the Greater Madawaska Fire Department. Currently we have two stations one located in Calabogie and a station located in the Griffith. 

To apply to the fire department please complete the Volunteer Firefighter Application.