Careers and Volunteer Opportunities

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 Community Services Department is seeking to fill the roles of Seasonal Part-Time Facilities Operator. Under the direction of the Foreperson of Community Services, provides facility maintenance and supervision for municipal property and facilities. You will be responsible for the care, maintenance, and day-to-day operations of Municipal facilities including arenas, community centers, fire halls, parks, pools, splash pad, playgrounds, pavilions, sports fields, cemeteries, and the Port Blake Day Park. Your role will include maintenance activities including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry, painting, and mechanical. You will be responsible for completing daily, weekly, and annual maintenance activities and inspections of facilities, equipment and play spaces.

The Ideal Candidate  

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional that has the following:

• Completion of Secondary School, preferably with a background in trades and occupations.
• Certification or willingness to become certified as a Facilities Operator, Pool Operator, Ice Technician, including Basic Refrigeration or Horticultural Technician
• First Aid, CPR and AED Level C, WHMIS and propane handling certification.
• Ability to maintain a valid Class G license.
• A working knowledge of basic building construction and maintenance, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC and refrigeration.
• Background experience and technical skills in ice making and resurfacing, refrigeration and grounds’ keeping.
• Exposure to building, parks, playfield and cemeteries maintenance.
• Ability to complete mathematical calculations for working with equipment and materials
• Ability to regularly lift in excess of 25 kg.  

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 leadership 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, crawling and climbing. Operations continue in all weather, including severe 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. Hours of work are scheduled based on operational requirements by a rotational shift including days, evenings, and weekends. A flexible schedule is required to account for operational coverage outside of 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, August 14, 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.

As a result of annual seasonal recruitment, our Community Services Department is seeking to fill the roles of Seasonal Labourer – Winter Operations. Under the direction of the Foreperson of Community Services, this position is responsible for providing facility maintenance on municipal property and facilities. Responsible for all areas of municipal facilities including arenas, community halls, open spaces, parks and trails, playing fields, municipal cemeteries and Port Blake Day park and support Facility Operators as requested. Provides assistance to the public in a friendly and professional manner while promoting the health and safety of colleagues and the public.

This position is a seasonal position that provides a great opportunity for high school and post-secondary students.

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional that has the following:

• Previous exposure to buildings, parks, playfields and cemetery operations and/or maintenance is considered an asset
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to deal with the public with diplomacy and tact
• Ability to adhere to Municipal policies and procedures required to effectively deliver programs and services
• Effective inter-personal, management, and written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organization skills to effectively complete/deliver and prioritize assigned tasks and responsibilities within established timelines.
• Works effectively as a member of a team
• Ability to follow through with assigned tasks, to ask questions and ensure that the tasks are completed in an effective, timely and efficient manner, based on policy and Supervisory direction.  

Tangible Benefits

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

• Competitive salary and eligibility to participate in our pension plan
• 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 involves a substantial amount of heavy lifting upwards of 40 lbs., carrying, crawling and climbing. Operations continue in all weather. A high degree of mental alertness is required to ensure the safety of self and others as working with equipment, vehicles, unpredictable traffic conditions, and tools is required. A flexible schedule is required to account for operational coverage outside of core hours, including weekends, overtime or call-in shifts.

A detailed job description can be made available upon request.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until 4:30 PM on Friday, August 14, 2026.

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.