Current Opportunities

The Town of Paradise is seeking Deputy Returning Officers and Poll Clerks for the upcoming By-election.  The Advance Poll will take place on May 4, 2019.  The 2019 Municipal By-election will take place on May 9, 2019.

Qualifications:

Experience working Federal, Provincial or Municipal elections would be an asset.

Note:  A person who is, voluntarily or for pay, working or intending to work on the campaign of a candidate in the election is ineligible to serve as an election official.

Competition closes:  April 5, 2019

Please forward your written application; include your name, address, phone number, position applied for, and previous related work experience to:

Apply in confidence by forwarding your resume to:

The Town of Paradise offers a wide range of instructional programs and activities for children, youth, and adults throughout the Town during the summer months. If you are a motivated, enthusiastic, energetic individual who would like the challenge of working in a recreation environment, apply for one of the exciting and challenging Summer Student positions. The complete list of available positions along with details on each position can be found on the Summer Student positions page. Additional information on summer employment can be found on our Student Summer Employment Page.

Applications must be received by Friday, March 22, 2019. Late applications will only be considered if there are any unfilled positions.

The Town of Paradise, one of the fastest growing municipalities in Newfoundland and Labrador with the potential for significant growth in residential and commercial / industrial development, is seeking a Human Resources Officer.

Reporting to the Manager of Human Resources, this position will provide expertise and support in all areas of Human Resource Management including; recruitment and selection, performance management, labour relations, disability management and staff training and development. 

The Town of Paradise provides a competitive salary of $64,735.79-$80,919.74 with an exceptional benefits package, which includes a defined benefit pension and a group insurance plan. 

Closing Date:  March 15, 2019

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your resume, quoting the competition number to:

We are seeking a qualified and passionate senior management team member to provide leadership and expertise in the Infrastructure and Public Works Department. 

Located on Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula, the Town of Paradise (population 20,000+) is one of the fastest growing municipalities in the Atlantic Provinces.  Bordering the cities of Mount Pearl and St. John’s, Paradise is strategically situated to take advantage of the bustling resource driven economy of eastern Newfoundland. Boasting the youngest average age of all municipalities in the Province, Paradise is a community of expanding residential neighbourhoods with a growing commercial and industrial sector.  The successful applicant for this position will encounter a fast paced and varied work environment and the opportunity to be involved in shaping the future of a progressive community.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership in all aspects of the Town’s Infrastructure and Public Works Department including engineering services, capital works programs, road maintenance and environmental services management. The incumbent will also be responsible for long term planning for the department and setting appropriate goals and objectives in alignment with the Town’s Strategic Plan.

This position is responsible for providing advice to the Council, CAO and other Senior Management on all facets of the Department; direct and indirect supervision of staff including the administration of the collective agreement as well as, preparation of the department’s annual and long term operational and capital budgets.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a Degree in Engineering;
• Professional Engineering Designation (licensed or eligible for licensure with PEGNL) with ten (10) years’ experience;
• Supervisory Experience;
• A clear Driver’s Abstract and;
• Experience in working in a unionized and municipal environment would be an asset.

The Town of Paradise provides a competitive salary of $105,091-$131,363 with an exceptional benefits package, which includes a defined benefit pension and a group insurance plan.

Closing Date:  March 22, 2019

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Apply in confidence by forwarding your resume to: