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Summer Student, Support Clerk (FireSmart)

Requisition ID: 4098
Affiliation: CUPE Municipal
Position Type: Seasonal Student
Fixed Term Duration: Approximately four (4) months
Number of Openings: 2
Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly
Shift/Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 
Department/ Branch: Regional Emergency Services, Professional Services
Job Location: Fort McMurray
Pay Level: PL5 (70%)
Rate: $ 28.74
COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480
Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 21/02/2026
Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 15/03/2026
Posting Type: Internal and External

 

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know.

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

 

This is more than a job it’s a calling.

 
We’re big enough to offer lots of opportunity and small enough that you are never just a number. You are part of a brotherhood, a sisterhood, a second family. You train together, grow together, and rise to every challenge as one. 

 

Our fully integrated Fire/EMS team responds with courage, compassion, and commitment offering firefighting, advanced life support, helicopter medical and rescue services, and more. Working side by side with our RCMP and Bylaw partners, we are part of a seamless network of first responders dedicated to protecting and serving our community. Together, we bring safety, strength, and support when it’s needed most. 

 

You’ll train hard, grow fast, and rise to every challenge with a team that feels like family. The department offers above-average wages, paid training opportunities, and excellent employee benefits including health, dental, and pension plans to support your lifestyle today and your future down the road. 

 

If you are up for a challenge, we have some boots that might fit you in a place where you can thrive and grow. 

 

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

 

These Seasonal Student positions will provide clerical support in the Professional Services Branch of the Regional Emergency Services Department. The students will assist with various administrative and customer service activities in the assigned area from May 2026 to August 2026 and will attend public education and various events in the community. They will work with the FireSmart team and assist with the FireSmart Begins at Home – Home Assessment Program. These positions are within the CUPE 1505 Bargaining Unit and are located in the community of Fort McMurray, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo’s urban centre.

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Implement, create, and maintain documents such as invoices, files, expenses, notifications, spreadsheets, statistical reports, presentations, and other related documentation.
  • Provide reception and customer service duties, including responding to telephone enquiries. Primary contact for the public; responsible for issuing files, pamphlets and keeping others informed.
  • Collect, compile and assemble reports and statistical information for distribution internally and externally. Develop and maintain filing systems.
  • May be required to prepare agendas, record minutes of meetings, and distribute to the appropriate staff. Accurately process labour, material, equipment and service order information expediently into a computerized system.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

  • Proven ability to take accurate notes and minutes.
  • Ability to work independently and accomplish multiple tasks with deadlines.
  • Ability to adapt to changing practices and work demands.
  • Must have proven interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proficient in various computer programs (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
  • Must be willing to work outside in all conditions.
  • Must be medically and physically able to perform the job on an ongoing basis.

 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • Successful completion of one (1) year of post-secondary education is required.
  • Candidates must be returning to full-time post-secondary studies for the Fall 2026 semester to be eligible for this position.
  • Preference will be given to students enrolled in post-secondary Office or Business Administration programs that have an interest in FireSmart, Environmental Science, Forestry and Fire Prevention.

 

Candidates who are successful during the interview process will be required to provide the following documents:

  • Proof of full-time post-secondary enrollment for the Winter 2026 and Fall 2026 semesters.
  • A copy of a High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
  • A copy of a valid Class Five (5) *Driver’s Licence (non-GDL) and a Driver’s Abstract. *Note: GDL will not be accepted. Proof of licence and a Driver’s Abstract (issued within 30 days) will be required from candidates.

 

These documents are not required at the time of application, however preparing and collecting these documents in advance will expedite the recruitment process for successful candidates.

 

 

 

SAFETY:

 

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, including all policies, practices, procedures, as well as properly utilizing all control measures including the required use of personal proactive equipment. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.

 

To apply: Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.ca
Current employees must apply through the internal careers site. 
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals
selected for interviews will be contacted.  Late applications will not be accepted.

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